1988 Pontiac FIREBIRD Recalls

Learn What to Do if Your FIREBIRD Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Pontiac, so if you own a 1988 FIREBIRD 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
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Recent 1988 FIREBIRD Recalls

  • EQUIPMENT Recall for 1988 PONTIAC FIREBIRD

    • Recall Announced OCTOBER 24 2007
    • NHTSA Reference #07E088000
    • Number Affected 121,680

    Summary: Certain honeywell fram racing brand HP4 and HP8 oil filters that were manufactured from May 25, 2006, through September 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. The affected filters are marked with a date code A61451 through A72571 sequentially. The date code and part number appear on the filter housing. Fram racing HP4 and HP8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. The gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures.

    Consequence: This condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.

    Fix: Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. The recall began during November 2007. Owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #07E088000 »

  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Recall for 1988 PONTIAC FIREBIRD

    • Recall Announced MAY 19 2006
    • NHTSA Reference #06E043000
    • Number Affected 88,303

    Summary: Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name P/N G3727, with date codes X52911 through X60801 sequentially or X600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from October 18, 2005, through March 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. As a result, the O-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.

    Consequence: This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

    Fix: Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06E043000 »

  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Recall for 1988 PONTIAC FIREBIRD

    • Recall Announced JUNE 12 1990
    • NHTSA Reference #90V115000
    • Number Affected 29,331

    Summary: Fuel feed hoses may pull out of the crimped coupling at the engine end of the hose assembly.

    Consequence: If this coupling seperated, allowing gasoline to leak,and an ignition source is present, an engine compartment fire could occur.

    Fix: Install a redesigned fuel feed hose.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #90V115000 »

  • SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY Recall for 1988 PONTIAC FIREBIRD

    • Recall Announced MAY 14 1990
    • NHTSA Reference #90V105000
    • Number Affected 1,500,000

    Summary: Plastic components of seat belt buckle assemblies do not contain an ultra violet stabilizer, and exposure to direct sunlight and elevated interior temperatures could weaken the plastic components.

    Consequence: This could result in breakage of plastic components whichcould prevent buckle from latching and protecting occupant in a sudden stop oraccident.

    Fix: Replace or repair seat belt buckle.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #90V105000 »

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