2002 Pontiac Firebird Recalls

What To Do If Your Firebird Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Pontiac, so if you own a 2002 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.
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 2002 Firebird Recalls

• STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS Recall for 2002 Pontiac Firebird

  • Recall Announced DECEMBER 12 2001
  • NHTSA Reference #01V381000
  • Number Affected 897

  Summary: Vehicle description: Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of FMVSS no. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," and no. 214, "Side Impact Protection." These vehicles may have welds near the lower driver's side door hinge that do not meet specifications.

  Consequence: In a crash, an occupant could receive severe injuries.

  Fix: Dealers will install structural rivets. Owner notification began December 26, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or Pontiac at 1-800-762-2737.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #01V381000 »