Pontiac Recall 08V-162: Visibility – glass, side/rear

Affected: 2003–2004 Pontiac Vibe, 2003–2004 Toyota Corolla, 2003–2004 Toyota Matrix. Filed with NHTSA on April 10, 2008, covering about 662,178 vehicles.

The problem

Toyota is recalling 662,178 my 2003-2004 corolla, corolla matrix and Pontiac vibe vehicles equipped with power windows. The driver and front passenger door glass bolts May loosen and come off, causing the door glass to separate from the window regulator. Due to the components becoming loose and possibly rattling, an abnormal noise May be heard from the driver and /or front passenger door when operating the power windows.

The risk

The door glass May separate from the window regulator, bind and shatter during operation of the power windows, causing driver distraction and/or injury.

The fix

Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger door glass bolts with newly designed bolts free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2008 to Toyota owners. The recall began on May 21, 2008, for Pontiac owners. Owners May contact Toyota at 1-888-270-9371 or Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign08V-162 (08V162000)
Manufacturer number80A 07273
ManufacturerToyota Motor Corporation
ComponentVisibility › Glass, side/rear
Report dateApril 10, 2008
Owners notifiedApril 16, 2008
Vehicles affected662,178
Initiated byNHTSA investigation

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the windows, wipers & sunroof

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 08V-162 repair free?

Yes. Pontiac dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger door glass bolts with newly designed bolts free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2008 to Toyota owners. The recall began on May 21, 2008, for Pontiac owners.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 662,178 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.