2008 Pontiac Vibe Pontiac Vibe 2008

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2008 Pontiac Vibe repairs by problem area

Engine (48%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (10%)

Suspension and Steering (2%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (31%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (5%)

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2008 Pontiac Vibe electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (14%)

$100 - $499 (29%)

< $100 (57%)

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Chart based on 14 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch

126-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

75000 mi

US $25
Both dim lights went out at the same time. Checked all fuses and all were good. Found there was power at the headlight terminals so replaced bulbs. Both bulbs had been replaced 2/2013. Unsure what caused both to fail. 

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2008 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch

126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

31000 mi

C $110
Cabin fan was noisy and replaced under warranty. 
86800 mi

C $70
Air bag sensor was indicating error. Apparently due to corroded wire connection. 
93000 mi

C $75
Headlamp assembly replaced bulb. 
78000 mi

US $700
AC condensor and resistor module 
150000 mi

US $350
Blender door switch was stuck needed to be replaced 
129000 mi

US $100
Recirculation actuator failed. Replaced 
158000 mi

US $550
Bad compressor and expansion valve so compressor, condenser, r/d, evaporator, and expansion valve replaced 
71920 mi

C $100
Replaced battery 
94240 mi Vehicle wasn't starting. Checked battery and found fluid level low in all cells. Refilled and charged battery with portable charger. 
84500 mi Battery wouldn't reliably start car in sub 45° F weather. Self replaced with Walmart branded battery. 
114300 mi

US $30
Added charge to ac 
148000 mi

US $10
added refrigerant to AC system 

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2008 Pontiac Vibe Electrical Problems

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