1996 Pontiac BONNEVILLE Recalls

Learn What to Do if Your BONNEVILLE Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Pontiac, so if you own a 1996 BONNEVILLE take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

  1. Call Pontiac to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge
  2. Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance
  3. Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page

Recent 1996 BONNEVILLE Recalls

  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING Recall for 1996 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE

    • Recall Announced APRIL 07 2009
    • NHTSA Reference #09E012000
    • Number Affected 16,270

    Summary: Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, And Associated Equipment." These lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

    Consequence: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

    Fix: Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on May 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09E012000 »

  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM Recall for 1996 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE

    • Recall Announced JULY 01 1996
    • NHTSA Reference #96V116000
    • Number Affected 275,811

    Summary: A backfire during engine starting can cause breakage of the upper intake manifold.

    Consequence: This condition can cause a no-start condition and possibly an engine compartment fire.

    Fix: Dealers will update the powertrain control module programming. Until the campaign repair is made, the vehicle hood should be shut whenever starting the vehicle to reduce the chance of personal injury.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #96V116000 »

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT CONTROLLER Recall for 1996 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE

    • Recall Announced OCTOBER 23 1995
    • NHTSA Reference #95V204000
    • Number Affected 32,869

    Summary: These vehicles were assembled with a malfunction alarm, lighting and locking (mall) module that can contain a damaged capacitor. If the capacitor is damaged, the "key in the ignition" warning chime and the driver seat belt unbuckled warning chime and indicator lamp may not work. This does not meet the requirements of FMVSS no. 114, "Theft Protection" and FMVSS no. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection." In addition, other chime reminder functions, interior lighting controls, and power door locking features are also affected.

    Consequence: Consequence of non-compliance; the driver may not be aware that the key was left in the ignition or that the safety belt was not buckled.

    Fix: Dealers will inspect and, if required, replace the mall module.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #95V204000 »

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