NHTSA Recall 09V392000: Vacuum (service brakes)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 10,119 vehicles. It affects 2009–2010 Pontiac Vibe.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V392000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 09199 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › POWER ASSIST › VACUUM |
| Report received | August 31, 2009 |
| Owner notification | October 23, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General motors is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 pontiac vibe vehicles equipped with 1.8l engine and originally sold in or currently registered in the states of alaska, colorado, idaho, illinois, iowa, kansas, maine, michigan, minnesota, montana, nebraska, nevada, new hampshire, new york, north dakota, south dakota, vermont, wisconsin, and wyoming. When driving under certain unique conditions in extremely low ambient temperatures, the intake manifold suction port for the brake vacuum can become locked due to the freezing of condensation resulting from positive crankcase ventilation.
Safety risk
This could lead to an increase in vehicle stopping distance and a crash could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will modify the brake vacuum line free of charge. A special advisory letter will be sent to owners of vehicles registered in all other states in the same time frame. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before october 23, 2009. Owners may contact pontiac at 1-800-620-7668 or at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.
Notes
GM recall no.09199.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V392000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.