2005 Pontiac Sunfire Recalls

What To Do If Your Sunfire Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Pontiac, so if you own a 2005 Sunfire 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 2005 Sunfire Recalls

• STEERING Recall for 2005 Pontiac Sunfire

  • Recall Announced OCTOBER 17 2008
  • NHTSA Reference #08E063000
  • Number Affected 3,855

  Summary: Dorman products is recalling 3,900 intermediate steering shafts dorman part nos. 425-151, 425-152, and 425-153, (sold under dorman's "oe solutions" brand name), balkamp #'s 7-3057, 7-3058, 7-3059 (sold under the "Napa" brand name), and platinum parts #'s 2425151, 2425152, and 2425153 manufactured during the month of September 2007. These replacement steering shafts can be used on the vehicles listed above. The weld connecting the inner tube to the outer tube may be defective.

  Consequence: If the weld fails, loss of steering could result, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

  Fix: Dorman will notify owners and replace the steering shafts free of charge. The recall began on October 16, 2008. Owners may contact dorman toll free at 1-800-523-2492.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #08E063000 »