2009 Pontiac Vibe service brakes, hydraulic problems
13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the service brakes, hydraulic on the 2009 Pontiac Vibe — 2% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I own a 2009 vibe . Recall has been completed re: sudden acceleration. They removed drivers floor mat over a year ago. I had first episode today. Fortunately it was at about 10mph. When I engaged the brake the engine revved and the brake pulsated like the anti-lock feature had been activated. The…”
filed Jan 25, 2012
“When coming to a stop, occasionally the vehicle will lunge forward. I have noticed this on many, many occasions since purchasing the car in july 11. When coming to a fast stop (such as when someone pulls out in front of you or someone suddenly stops in front of you -- abs is not being used as these…”
filed Jan 24, 2012
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Service Brakes, HydraulicCampaign 09V392000 · Aug 31, 2009
Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems in other Vibe years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 Vibe | 3 | 5% |
| 2008 Vibe | 1 | 2% |
| 2007 Vibe | 3 | 2% |
| 2006 Vibe | 1 | 1% |
| 2005 Vibe | 3 | 1% |
| 2004 Vibe | 3 | 1% |
| 2003 Vibe | 3 | 1% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2009 Pontiac Vibe
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.