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Pontiac Vibe repairs by problem area
Engine (35%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)
Brakes and Traction Control (9%)
Suspension and Steering (10%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (28%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)
Other (6%)
Chart based on 694 repairs.
Pontiac Vibe engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (6%)
$500 - $999 (15%)
$100 - $499 (35%)
< $100 (43%)
Chart based on 220 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2010 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch
158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 94000 mi US $500 |
This was a general 90000 mile tune up and maintenance. The coils did not need replacing. I excluded the cost of the engine oil and other fluids, but included the labor and the costs of wear items such as windshield wiper. |
| 96000 mi US $540 |
Replaced accessory belt and tensioner. |
2010 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch
132-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 48200 mi US $44 |
Check engine light went on |
| 152000 mi US $740 |
Exhaust system |
2010 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch
132-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 62000 mi US $180 |
few seconds loud engine rattle on start up after setting an hour or so more so after cold engine. Dealer replace timing chain guides . Did not help . Dealer going to call GM technical help . |
2009 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch
158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 4960 mi | Harsh downshift when coming to a stop |
| 53940 mi C $500 |
Water pump was leaking, removed/replaced. |
| 4340 mi | The following service is required for 09 Vibe with 5sp Auto: Harsh Transmission Downshift When Stopping After Transaxle Has Upshifted to 4th or 5th Gear. Reprogramming PCM will fix the issue. |
| 1000 mi | A surge when downshifting. I took it in to have the first TSB performed. It changed the problem a little, but didn't make it better. I took my Vibe to the dealer to have TSB #2 performed to correct the surge problem. It seems to have made it better, but did not eliminate it. |
| 53000 mi | Check engine light and VSC dash warning light went on. Dealer stated the trouble code was for a small evaporation leak. A TSB instructed the tech to reflash the PCM which cleared the trouble code. |
| 103137 mi | MAF sensor was dirty; cleaned it and reinstalled it |
| 36000 mi US $350 |
heat shield reattached, computer malfunction -not fixed $800+ repair. also still have grinding noise when braking. |
| 53100 mi US $537 |
Water pump leaking. Replaced water pump assembly. Valve cover gasket leaking. Replaced valve cover gasket. |
| 144000 mi US $300 |
Valve cover seals |
| 132000 mi US $25 |
Replaced valve cover gasket. It was cracked and oil was leaking on to the exhaust. |
| 105500 mi US $180 |
Doing an oil consumption check because of increased oil consumption. |
2009 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch
158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 27000 mi | housing of thermostat-covered under gm warranty on powertrain-included 2 day free car rental. |
| 38100 mi | gasket on water pump-covered under warranty |
| 72540 mi C $160 |
The light came on to indicate a problem with the ECM. Took it in to the dealer for a diagnostic, and they had to update the module. |
2009 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch
158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 182000 mi US $250 |
emission system small leak, large leak, flow out of specification, O2 sensor out of spec. Did a smoke test, replaced cap, replaced purge valve, still failing emissions. |
| 183520 mi C $650 |
Oxygen sensor replaced. |
2009 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch
132-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 46000 mi | Heat shield became loose. Muffler guy said the washer corroded. |
| 52600 mi US $340 |
replaced water pump. |
| 123000 mi US $150 |
Front exhaust donut flange removed (rusted) and replaced. Serpentine belt replaced. |
| 57040 mi C $45 |
Had to replace broken engine oil dipstick tube. Tube broke just above upper attachment and might be due to bad welds on the attention bracket. I have never had a dipstick tube fail before on any car I've owned. Not impressed. |
| 115000 mi US $100 |
Replaced water pump, belt. |
2009 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch
132-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 51960 mi C $501 |
Car wouldn't start. Battery okay, but engine would not fire up. In the extreme cold, condensation had formed in the fuel system, and that plus old plugs were the cause. New plugs, injector cleaning and new fuel filter had the Vibe humming sweetly again. |
| 55800 mi C $640 |
Water pump was leaking. New pump installed and a new serpentine belt installed at the same time. |
| 58900 mi C $619 |
Ignition Coil failed Fuel Injector seals leaking. |
| 81840 mi C $2800 |
The heatshield between the rear muffler and the trunk floor fell off when the retaining bolt holes rotted through. |
| 90520 mi C $160 |
Ignition Coil failure |
| 160600 mi C $1200 |
cat converter needed to be replaced |
| 189100 mi C $550 |
water pump and serpentine belt |
| 198400 mi C $325 |
ignition coil replaced |
| 203980 mi C $400 |
evap solenoid |
| 51000 mi US $145 |
light indicated engine problem but problem was that the gas cap needed to be replaced. |
| 120000 mi | Replaced 4 Spark plug igniters [ignition coils], replaced 4 quality spark plugs. One igniter went bad with some misfiring, so I replaced the entire set. I decided to go ahead and replace spark plugs at the same time - they probably could have efficiently gone another 20K or so.. |
| 105000 mi US $2000 |
Timing chain |
| 120000 mi US $350 |
Water pump |
| 134000 mi US $260 |
The car continued to infrequently make a grinding noise when starting. I originally thought this was a starter issue, it turned out to be a timing chain issue. This engine has a defect that allows oil to drain to the pan so that when starting the tensioner has no oil pressure for the first 2 seconds. Replacing the exhaust cam gear fixed the issue. Part cost was $250 and took 9 hours. Local shop quoted $1600 for the repair. |
| 26660 mi C $497 |
Water pump extremely noisy and was on verge of failure. Replaced water pump. Toyota T-SB-0362-09 explains the issue. Would have usually been covered under warranty but the vehicle hasn't been driven much and the warranty has expired. |
| 133920 mi C $90 |
I changed purge canister. OBD didn't show right spot |
| 115940 mi | There was the smell of gas coming into the interior of the car. I checked the lines and the gas tank but could not detect the leak. I traded the car in on a 2015 Volt! |
| 131060 mi | Exhaust heat shield |
| 177940 mi C $500 |
Water pump seized |
| 65000 mi | Timing Gear actuator issue with Corolla engines. Actuator was replaced to stop the grinding noise at start up. |
| 87000 mi US $400 |
OEM toyota (Corolla) water pump failed. Began making noises in cold weather. Diagnosed by mechanic after taking off serpentine belt and spinning the spindle by hand to hear the failed bearings inside. |
| 95400 mi US $130 |
throttle body pids were recalibrated and plates were cleaned of carbon to try to eliminate a diving idle issue when coming to a complete stop. When bad, idle drops to 650 rpm instead of the normal 750 rpm. Cleaning solved some of the issue |
| 104000 mi US $270 |
Idle dives below ideal level when coming to hard stops at stop signs. Issue is intermittent. Decided to have redesigned Toyota intake manifold (orange) and new PCV installed, as well as any observed carbon removed. Issue not fully resolved |
| 112900 mi US $100 |
New drive/serpentine belt. OEM belt had a rubber sliver showing upon examination by owner. |
| 113000 mi US $2200 |
Timing Chain cover leak. Entire engine needed to be removed to install a new gasket. |
| 119800 mi US $12 |
Working under the guidance of my mechanic, I am starting a regiment of Seafoam and Lucas Oil at/before each oil change interval in an attempt to stem the large consumption of oil, likely due to inadequate sizing of the Toyota oil return holes at the bottom of the piston head. This is a known problem so I felt it worth reporting it as a mechanical failure. I will repeat the process 2 or 3 times before attempting to hot soak the engine in transmission fluid for a few hours. To do nothing will ultimately result in a catalytic converter failure and dumping of this car. I am now averaging over 3 quarts of oil burned in between oil changes. |
| 121000 mi US $20 |
Since this is the last report and will hereby be forever ingrained into history, I wanted to put down this repair to demonstrate the lack of care Toyota has shown regarding oil consumption in most of their 4 cylinder cars. My 2zr Corolla Engine is now consuming 1 quart of oil every 900 miles. I am attempting to remedy the problem by using Seafoam in the engine 200 miles before the oil change, and then adding a quart of Lucas Oil in with the new oil replaced. So far, no positive results. I have had 3 Corollas, two as Pontiac Vibes. All have burned oil. This will be my last GM AND my last Toyota vehicle. I have no faith in their parts suppliers nor their desire to earn my respect as a repeat customer. Farewell True Delta and Good Riddance to GM and Toyota. |
2008 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch
126-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 64000 mi US $4 |
Check Engine light came on in below zero temperature. Used code reader and found code P0101 MAF sensor. Pulled the MAF sensor and cleaned using sensor cleaner solution. Car ran and idled smoother after the cleaning. |
| 82000 mi US $30 |
There was a slight oil leak from the timing chain tensioner. Tensioner was replaced along with using Permatex gasket sealer. |
| 95000 mi US $20 |
Timing chain tensioner is leaking. Tried to fix with new o-ring and gasket sealer. Part is still leaking. |
2008 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch
126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 55180 mi | Engine light |
| 82220 mi | P0171 code. Reset with meter and now driving to reevaluate. |
| 68820 mi C $10 |
P0171 code. Cleaned MAF sensor. If the code comes on again I will change the intake gasket. |
| 48000 mi US $140 |
had to replace the tensioner and belt - belt was not bad but replaced anyway |
| 53000 mi US $100 |
rear O2 sensor failed. |
| 56000 mi US $106 |
fuel ratio sensor replaced |
| 113240 mi C $1250 |
Fuel pump failed while on highway without warning, resulting in engine stall and failure to start. Replaced fuel pump and flushed system. Limited parts availability required second day. |
| 123861 mi C $1200 |
Water pump leaking and new belt required. Dealer suggested replacing both before complete failure. Also maintenance work required to replace rotors and drums (but not pads) after 60,000KM plus transmission fluid flush. Water pump was leaking. Dealer suggested replacement before complete failure. Fuel pump failed. |
| 175000 mi US $50 |
Exhaust leak repair, exhaust pipe coupling near the rear axle rusted and failed. Replaced coupler joint, DIY, bought kit online. |
| 138000 mi US $10 |
Intake manifold gasket replaced. Took less than and our and cost $10 |
| 168000 mi US $850 |
Bad water pump. [Accessory?] Belt tensioner also replaced due to failing. |
| 201000 mi US $98 |
Bad exhaust hangar had to be fabricated |
| 105000 mi | replace engine |
| 145000 mi US $245 |
Replaced cooling fan on radiator |
2007 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch
126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 69800 mi | Check engine light lead to dealership determining PCM was bad, and they decided to cover it at no charge since there is an upcoming recall. |
| 20000 mi | ECM died |
| 30000 mi | Car completely lost power on the freeway. Dealer said entire computer was defective and replaced it. |
| 49900 mi US $274 |
Diagnosed check engine light - emission control adjustments and parts |
| 126780 mi C $230 |
Changed the water pump due to worn out bearings |
| 116560 mi C $620 |
The exhaust manifold was warped causing exhaust fumes to enter the interior of the car, particularly when the car was started. |
| 199640 mi C $300 |
Exhaust pipe including resonator |
| 48360 mi C $326 |
We had another ignition coil replaced. Symptoms were hesitation in the motor. |
| 82000 mi US $150 |
heat shield on bottom of car loose and rattling |
| 210000 mi US $200 |
Replacement of Spark Plug Cables |
| 115000 mi US $175 |
Heat shield had broken loose and rattled--had it replaced. |
| 131600 mi US $650 |
Engine cooling fan cracked and whole housing had to be replaced |
| 119000 mi US $155 |
Spark Plugs Replace oil switch |
2006 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch
126-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 110000 mi US $10 |
Replaced PCV valve as was getting NOX codes on my engine. Appears to have fixed the problem. |
2006 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch
126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 20000 mi | Replaced Powertrain Control Module. |
| 90300 mi US $130 |
Replaced the serpentine belt which was extremely worn. |
| 82200 mi US $26 |
While having new tires installed, shop commented that serpentine belt showed a lot of cracking, so I bought a new belt and installed it myself. |
| 83500 mi US $200 |
Replaced original intake manifold gasket with updated silicone version to eliminate CEL during cold weather. |
| 17980 mi | Engine not heating properly on cold winter days (-15C or below). Looks like a weak thermostat to me as the temp gauge hovers for several miles / minutes before finally reaching normal operating temp. Dealer tested on a warm winter day and said "no probl |
| 78000 mi | Recall notice for the PCM, also noticed that the car would hesitate intermittenly during startup on occasion. No trouble since taking it to the dealer. |
| 95000 mi US $350 |
Radiator fan was wobbling and grating against the radiator intermittently (esp. when AC was on). They replaced the fan motor. That fixed it. |
| 133100 mi US $65 |
Check engine light was on. Computer code said fuel mix was lean. They cleaned a filter and that fixed it. |
| 136800 mi US $300 |
Problem from Nov. returned. PCV valve replaced and other fuel service performed. Problem solved. |
| 31000 mi | The check engine light was on and the dealer said the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve had to be replaced. |
| 17000 mi | SES Light stayed on. Trans was banging into gear esp. Reverse. Checked codes P2716 stored and current. PIP4154A States to replace PCM if ckts check ok. Checked PC Solenoid ckts - ok. Replaced PCM and programmed. CODE FDFD4 (under warranty). |
| 27900 mi US $250 |
During routine inspection and 30,000 mile maintenance, mechanic spotted an oil leak which led to needing a new oil pan gasket. |
| 26000 mi | Check engine light came on although car ran OK. Dealer diagnosed and ordered an Oxygen sensor, which was backordered. I will have to take the car back when the part comes in. |
| 27000 mi | Check engine light came on in December (previously reported here). Dealer had to order an oxygen sensor. The sensor was successfully installed in January. |
| 27000 mi | Check engine light came on. The dealer said an intake gasket was "sucking air", causing dirty air to make the check engine light come on. They replaced the gasket under the factory warranty. |
| 51000 mi | Check engine light came on. Dealer said they need to replace the PCM (Powertrain Control Module). They said it could also be a transmission problem (the code indicated that.) They replaced the PCM as a first step and said to monitor it. |
| 212300 mi | Powertrain Control Module (PTM) under recall finally failing. Turn the key and a second goes by without car attempting to start. Getting to where it wouldn't start in cold. Engine light came on en route to dealership. Running rough. |
| 108300 mi US $575 |
Fuel system vapor recirculation assembly. |
| 65100 mi C $700 |
Code revealed, intake manifold gasket replaced with new orange gasket. Tensioner noisey, replaced tensioner and belt. Bead blasted spark plugs, replaced PCV valve, cleaned throttle. Car runs very smooth and quiet and acceleration much improved. Acts like new now. |
| 177800 mi US $300 |
Car would start with shaking and shuddering. Check engine light appeared. Diagnostics determined valve cover gasket leaking oil, causing spark plugs to misfire. Valve cover gasket and spark plugs replaced. Oil changed. |
| 199000 mi US $900 |
Check engine light on, codes for transmission and catalytic converter. Replaced catalytic converter. |
| 156000 mi US $70 |
Check engine light was coming on when driving on wet roads. The insulation on the sensor wires failed and allowed water to short out the sensor. |
| 175000 mi US $50 |
Replaced timing chain tensioner because of oil leak in the seal. |
| 23068 mi | Bad PCM (Powertrain Control Module) replaced under warranty. Bad PCM (Powertrain Control Module). Module was replaced under warranty by a Pontiac dealer. |
| 181040 mi C $360 |
Radiator fan needed replacing |
| 74000 mi US $653 |
O2 sensor replaced. Spark plugs wires replaced. |
2005 Pontiac Vibe
Engine not specified
| 123000 mi US $75 |
replaced intake manifold gasket. |
| 51000 mi | I felt a kind of "roll" under the accelerator pedal sometimes but ignored this until using cruise control a couple months ago and the car speeded up and slowed down on me. I thought this would end up a costly "Toyota" mystery problem so got rid of it. |
2005 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch
164-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 200000 mi US $30 |
change out valve cover gasket. apparently not the source of leak (car leaves tiny 1.5" drops of oil on occasion). Owner (me) is obviously excessively fussy. Wouldn't have bothered except that I was 100,000 miles overdue for checking valve lash. Valve lash perfect, need not have bothered. |
| 152000 mi US $429 |
Check Engine light cleared for codes P0441, p0455, p0456 |
| 150000 mi US $125 |
Repair to emissions system: valve replaced. Check engine light came back on after repair for same codes. |
| 153000 mi US $15 |
Replaced gas cap due to intermittent check engine light. |
| 140000 mi US $100 |
Replaced starter motor. Easy job that took me a few hours to figure out. |
2005 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch
126-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 86260 mi C $1500 |
Clutch |
| 79360 mi C $20 |
Oil pressure sending unit was leaking. Replaced the sending unit myself inexpensively. |
| 93000 mi US $80 |
Exhaust broke in half at weld by rear axle Intake manifold gasket failed, causing rough idle and check engine light in below freezing temperatures when car was partially warmed up. |
| 170500 mi C $1400 |
Clutch was slipping. |
2005 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch
126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 119040 mi C $40 |
Exhaust weld rusted at the catalyst converter. Replaced with an homemade pipe. |
| 78000 mi US $49 |
Check Engine light - Diagnosed as loose fuel cap. Light reset and has not come back on. Paid $49 for diag and reset. |
| 120000 mi US $495 |
Engine running lean. Replaced spark plugs (first ever), replaced exhaust manifold gasket, cleaned fuel system. |
| 132000 mi US $351 |
Noticed heater wasn't blowing hot air. Hubby ck'd and found radiator fluid leak. Took to local repair shop; found source of leak was radiator which they replaced. BAM! problem solved! Heating great again!!! |
| 64960 mi C $8 |
Intake manifold gasket |
| 67980 mi C $100 |
Water pump leaking and bearings were shot (very louding 'marbles in a can' noise) |
| 81000 mi US $600 |
Powertrain control module needed to be replaced. |
| 19000 mi | Engine has a "hot start" clatter when sitting for 15-25 min. Dealer could not duplicate because they didn't let it sit for the 15-25 Min. time reguired. |
| 98000 mi US $400 |
While driving I felt a small vibration emanating from the car every time I pressed on the accelerator. I took the car to my mechanic for diagnostic test and discovered 2 bad ignition coils. And head gasket needed to be replaced. |
| 110000 mi US $524 |
Engine light remained on while driving. My mechanic performed a diagnostic test and found out the catalytic converter was malfunctioning and needed to be replace. |
| 62000 mi US $500 |
Fuel pump went out. Replaced. |
| 89000 mi | Timing chain makes noise. Either the chain or tensioner needs replacing. |
| 82000 mi US $325 |
Engine computer performance testing and replace mass air flow sensor |
| 164000 mi US $9 |
Rough idle due to dirty MAF sensor. Bought can of appropriate cleaner, used as directed, and car is back to normal. |
| 115700 mi US $150 |
Exhaust pipe rusted out right before the muffler connection. Replaced pipe between catalytic converter and muffler. |
| 137100 mi US $780 |
Leaking timing chain seal, replaced seal and tensioner |
| 86000 mi US $477 |
Evap canister vac pump |
| 131000 mi US $10 |
leaking intake manifold gasket per Toyota TSB-EG045-07. Replaced intake gasket, throttle body gasket and replace serpentine belt |
2005 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch
118-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 95000 mi US $20 |
Oil Dipstick broke off just above where it is bolted on the engine from vibration |
| 256000 mi US $25 |
Timing chain tensioner o-ring leak. Replaced with new tensioner and o-ring |
| 69440 mi C $90 |
Service engine light was on at times and reset by code reader. The codes displayed over two week period were P0134 - several times, P0138 once, P0130 once, P0133 twice. Replaced the upstream oxygen sensor on the manifold with Denso 234-4801 |
| 75100 mi C $120 |
The worn/broken gasket, rusted bolts and springs were replaced at the engine manifold and the start of exhaust pipe. |
| 88660 mi C $51 |
Replaced thermostat and gasket. |
| 94240 mi C $565 |
The exhaust manifold developed a crack and could not be repaired. Replaced the piece that includes both the exhaust manifold and catalytic convertor with a piece from a recycle site and new gaskets for both ends from the dealer. |
2004 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch
180-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 154000 mi US $1500 |
Head gasket went bad. |
| 188000 mi US $500 |
Muffler disconnected from engine |
| 219000 mi US $400 |
Water pump gave out. Replaced it. |
| 221000 mi US $25 |
Replaced spark plugs |
2004 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch
130-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 79360 mi | Check engine light comes on during cold weather -10C, code "engine lean". Light will clear itself if car is operated in +5C weather. Could be the O2 sensor, but I suspect an engine vacuum leak. Check out the Toyota TSB #04507. |
2004 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch
130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 48980 mi C $160 |
check engine light came on - problem seemed to be associated with gas cap - now non existant |
| 122020 mi C $150 |
small leak. Small part replaced. Will see if leak continues on next oil change. |
| 177320 mi C $120 |
Belt needed replacing |
| 35960 mi | Replace O2 sensor under warranty. |
| 78120 mi | Every winter since I've had this vehicle, the engine light comes on when it gets to below -10C outside. It it always the same code (O2 sensor slow response). When spring comes, I reset the engine light and I'm good to go until next yr. |
| 84940 mi C $10 |
Replace intake manifold gasket to hopefully resolve check engine light coming on in cold weather. Issue has been happening intermittently since 2006 when the dealer replace the o2 sensor. |
| 100440 mi C $400 |
Exhaust system leaking at resonator. Replaced from cat back. |
| 127100 mi C $500 |
O2 sensor pre-catalytic converter |
| 471180 mi US $136 |
Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) malfunctioned. Purchased new part for $135.67, including MI sales tax. Part installed myself. Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) malfunctioned. Purchased new part for $135.67, including MI sales tax. Part installed myself. |
| 68000 mi | No cabin heat just blew cold air!! Blowers & a/c ok. Coolant low-added 3cps & some heat. Hard to check coolant lvl (no dipstick).Shop back flushed it twice. Tried everything. Mystery difficulty getting air out of engine had to burp it…maybe air bubble?? |
| 95300 mi | Check Engine Light warninglight came on. Mechanic said code was emission related oxygen sensors so I drove it for a few days and the light did not come back on. Still I had it replaced less than $100. No problems since. |
| 100000 mi | Check Engine light alert. Mechanic read code as emission item "oxygen sensor circuit slow response bank 1 sensor 1". Decided to clear code & take no action. No charge to read code since I get oil changed there. Light stayed off since. |
| 147000 mi US $70 |
Error Code P0446, advised it could be canister assembly, vacuum switch and or PCM update. Replaced gas cap against advice... problem has not reoccurred in 90 miles and passed emissions check. |
| 153300 mi US $20 |
Check engine light came back on with the P0446 code after ~900 miles of driving. Bought a reader and the following codes are currently displaying: P0446, P0442, P0441. Have not decided on a fix yet. |
| 160000 mi US $838 |
Engine check light for P0442 & P0446. Replaced Diaphragm on canister vent solenoid and cracked vacuum lines. Replaced EVAP CANISTER. Due to engine smell when using heat, repaired hole in resonator pipe behind catalytic converter. |
| 173000 mi US $25 |
Re-attached heat shield. |
| 150000 mi US $1100 |
Engine threw a rod after the big freeze in February 2021. The car has exhibited low oil pressure before, but that was possibly the oil pressure sensor that was previously replaced a couple of years prior. Freeze could have been a coincidence. Replaced it with a used JDM engine. |
| 157000 mi US $8 |
P0420 cat efficiency code, so I installed a spacer on the rear O2 sensor. Hope to postpone replacing the car. |
| 127000 mi | NOT WARRANTY -- Replaced upper & lower radiator hoses; replaced PCV valve. |
| 130000 mi US $200 |
Replaced intake manifold gasket due to persistent error codes and check engine lights. |
| 142000 mi US $750 |
P0496 code. Replaced fuel tank cap on my own. The code reappeared in 2 days. Mechanic tested on the "smoke machine" and replaced valve and charcoal cylinder. |
| 177500 mi US $1250 |
Replaced engine gasket and oil pan gasket |
| 148300 mi US $265 |
Gasket to exhaust manifold replaced |
| 108000 mi US $26 |
Timing chain tensioner leaking |
2004 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch
123-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 128200 mi US $5 |
Replaced intake manifold gasket. |
| 28000 mi US $882 |
Broken tailpipe at joint to muffler. |
| 27274 mi US $1100 |
The exhaust pipe sheared flush with the muffler clamp that holds the ball joint. This should be a $175 repair maximum on any car I've ever owned(as well as on the FWD Vibes). If you live where you need AWD prepare to pay $3K for exhausts by 100K |
2003 Pontiac Vibe
Engine not specified
| 247000 mi US $180 |
Overheating. Radiator clamp loose. Replaced. |
| 110980 mi C $350 |
Noise from Manifold & Drive clean test |
2003 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch
180-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 157300 mi US $150 |
Fuel began leaking from the fuelrail, which I had replaced. |
| 164500 mi US $200 |
Replaced both O2 sensors. |
| 178000 mi US $9 |
Broken automatic control valve wire. Replace oxygen sensor. |
| 130000 mi US $100 |
Replaced bad ignition coil. Bad coil caused car to buck and stall. |
| 224000 mi US $30 |
Check engine light for evap emission system. I replaced the cannister with a used one and it is working fine |
| 238000 mi US $125 |
Misfire code, so the plugs were replaced and one new coil pack. After driving a week, a plug backed out resulting in thread damage and it needed a new plug and coil. |
| 143000 mi US $60 |
O2 sensor after catalytic converter tripped check engine light. Not broken, but not optimal. |
| 127000 mi US $860 |
Accessory drive belt tensioner broke while changing belt; tensioner mounting bolt seized in place. |
2003 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch
130-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 202300 mi US $300 |
Exhaust system replaced to pass emissions. Catalytic Converter was integrated into system, did not want to get into cutting and welding. Replaced exhaust sensors as well |
| 134000 mi US $125 |
Accessory belt tensioner was making noise. Replaced belt tensioner, belt was changed at 108,000 miles. Part was $125 after taxes from Autozone. Repair took about three hours, mainly due to limited tools. |
| 112000 mi US $950 |
Oil pan gasket repaired |
| 110000 mi US $1000 |
Clutch had to be replaced |
| 141000 mi US $156 |
replace valve cover gasket |
| 146500 mi US $625 |
replace timing chain tensioner |
2003 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch
130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 105400 mi C $12 |
replaced intake manifold gasket. known problem with these cars (rough idle specially in the winter). replaced intake manifold gasket. known problem with these cars (rough idle specially in the winter). |
| 95000 mi | Steady check engine light for last year and a half, ran great, good mileage, not critical. I work at a GM dealer, had it scanned at work, #2 O2 sensor, replaced - light out for emission inspection. Light back on a week later, evap. problem, won't fix now. |
| 151700 mi | Ran Sea Foam in the oil, drained, added .25qt more than the factory specs, seems like there is a FSB on that extra oil. I did check it recently and it seems to be using about .5qts per 1000 miles, which I can live with at 152K miles. |
| 155700 mi US $25 |
accessory belt |
| 117200 mi US $1000 |
Converter was replaced, causing MIL. Intake gasket worn out causing air leakage. Gasket was replaced. |
| 85000 mi US $10 |
Gross oil leak at timing chain tensioner o-ring. Remove and repair with RTV. |
| 87000 mi US $20 |
Previous repair of cracked exhaust intermediate pipe had rusted out. The original problem occurred about 3 years ago. |
| 156400 mi US $250 |
Belt tensioner worn. Replaced belt and tensioner with new parts. |
| 193000 mi | Cleaned out clogged gas tank filler vent |
| 224000 mi US $108 |
Replace idle tensioner |
| 230000 mi US $20 |
Exhaust pipe clamp rusted away. Replaced clamp. |
| 172000 mi US $50 |
repair hole in the exhaust pipe replaced muffler and tail pipe. |
| 216600 mi US $105 |
A non-metallic rattling noise was coming from the engine bay after a cold start when the car was put into either drive or reverse. It did not make the noise in neutral. Replaced the serpentine belt tensioner and it no longer rattles. |
| 220000 mi US $12 |
The upstream end of the resonator rusted away from the U-bolt clamp that attaches it to the downstream end of the catalytic converter. Stepped hard on the gas to pass a car and the two sections of the exhaust became disconnected. A very loud exhaust noise ensued until it was fixed. An exhaust reducer fitting and two U-bolt clamps were used to reconnect the exhaust sections back together. The two bars that the rubber exhaust hangers attach to had to be bent slightly because the reducer fitting caused the resonator to be positioned a few inches towards the rear of the vehicle. |
| 135000 mi US $75 |
Repaired leaking gasket in exhaust. |
| 140000 mi US $1000 |
Replaced leaking radiator, flushed all coolant, flushed transmission |
| 169400 mi US $20 |
Code P0171 - when cold and accelerating - Found intake gasket dry and brittle. Replaced intake gasket with new design. |
| 178000 mi US $20 |
Valve cover gasket leaking. Replaced valve cover gasket. |
| 183484 mi US $30 |
4 new spark plugs |
| 221000 mi US $100 |
Leaking radiator was replaced with a new one. |
| 112 mi US $60 |
Down stream O2 sensor was replaced. Common repair for these cars. |
| 135000 mi | Check Engine Light On - Cleaned Mass Air Flow Sensor. Very common for the Corolla platform. |
| 181000 mi US $600 |
Catalytic conv replaced |
| 62000 mi C $145 |
Faulty timing chain tensioner. Replaced. |
| 74400 mi C $340 |
Exhaust leaks |
| 132000 mi | catalactic converter was replaced |
| 130900 mi C $200 |
serpentine belt was cracked, so it was replaced |
| 146700 mi US $300 |
Leaking Oil Pan Gasket. |
| 135000 mi US $170 |
Universal joint on exhaust rusted away and needed to be replaced on an emergency basis. |
| 151100 mi US $600 |
Also scheduled a new CAT but that hasn't been put on yet. |
| 154000 mi | Needed a new CAT at about 153,000 miles. We would still have this car, but the electrical system was damaged in a car/deer accident and no wiring harnesses are available anywhere in the US. Odd parts are hard to find. |
2003 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch
123-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 86800 mi C $450 |
catalytic blocked. Changes for a used one. |
| 185000 mi US $425 |
Radiator replaced. |
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