2007 Pontiac Vibe Engine Problems
NHTSA has 34 owner complaints about engine problems in the 2007 Pontiac Vibe, 20% of all 170 complaints for this model year. That is #4 highest engine complaint count among 7 Vibe model years. These complaints report 1 fire. Median mileage at failure: 45,185 miles.
- Engine complaints
- 34
- 20% of 170
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 45,185 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
When 2007 Pontiac Vibe engine complaints were filed
First complaint Sep 11, 2007, latest Sep 9, 2025.
Engine recalls for the 2007 Pontiac Vibe
- NHTSA 10V387000Aug 26, 2010Engine161,754 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling
Gm is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 pontiac vibe vehicles. The engine control module (ECM) for the subject models equipped with the 1zz-fe (lv6) engine and two-wheel drive may have been improperly manufactured. There is a possibility that a crack may develop at certain solder points or on varistors on the circuit board.
Risk: There are a variety of warnings and consequences associated with the defect. The engine warning lamp could be illuminated, harsh shifting could result, the engine may not start, or the engine could shut off while the vehicle is being driven. An engine shutoff while the vehicle is being driven increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the production number of the ECM and replace the ECM if necessary. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on february 8, 2011. Owners may contact gm at 1-800-620-7668.
Engine complaints by Vibe model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- Does the 2007 Pontiac Vibe have engine problems?
- NHTSA has 34 owner complaints about the engine in the 2007 Pontiac Vibe, 20% of all complaints for this model year. Median mileage at failure is 45,185 miles.
- Which Pontiac Vibe year has the most engine complaints?
- The 2009 Pontiac Vibe has the most engine complaints (92), compared with 34 for the 2007.
- Is there a engine recall for the 2007 Pontiac Vibe?
- Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign for the 2007 Pontiac Vibe concerns the engine: 10V387000.