1999 Pontiac Sunfire Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 04V036000Jan 27, 20041,415,231 vehicles potentially affected
  Electrical system › Ignition › Switch
  Covers: Pontiac Sunfire 1998–2001, Chevrolet Cavalier 1998–2001, Pontiac Grand AM 1998 +2 more

  Reported issue: On certain passenger vehicles. If the engine fails to start and the driver holds the key in the "start" position for an extended period, high current flows through the ignition switch, and sometimes produces enough heat to melt internal switch parts.

  Possible consequence: If the switch is damaged, a fire could occur in the steering column, even with the engine off and the key removed. The fire could spread to the interior of the car, which could injure occupants or cause damage to adjoining structures.

  Remedy: Dealers will install a relay kit in these vehicles to prevent high current from flowing through the ignition switch, and check that your car will start with a properly charged battery and, if necessary, replace the ignition switch. Owner notification will begin on march 1, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an…

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• 99V218000Aug 11, 19996,584 vehicles potentially affected
  Interior lighting
  Covers: Pontiac Sunfire 1999, Chevrolet Cavalier 1999

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles do not comply with requirements of fmvss no. 101, "control location, identification, and illumination." the instrument panel backlighting may not function after adjusting the interior light intensity.

  Possible consequence: If the instrument panel is not lit at night, the driver may not be able to see the controls and displays.

  Remedy: Dealers will test the body control module, and if necessary, replace it.

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