The problem
GM is recalling 35,038 my 2008-2009 Pontiac g8 vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment" and federal motor vehicles safety standard no. 138, "tire pressure monitoring systems". The brake pedal position switch May have been incorrectly programmed. With this condition, the brake lamps May be continually illuminated and fail to warn a following driver when the vehicle is braking. Also certain vehicles May have incorrect values programmed into the tire pressure monitoring system that will not illuminate the low tire pressure telltale until tire pressure falls below values required by the standard.
The risk
Inappropriate, non-standard lights could increase the risk of a crash or driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
The fix
Dealers will reprogram the brake position sensor and the remote control door lock receiver with the correct values free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before June 5, 2009. Owners May contact GM Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 09V-172 (09V172000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 09101 & 09046 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Tires › Pressure monitoring and regulating systems |
| Report date | May 21, 2009 |
| Owners notified | May 21, 2009 |
| Vehicles affected | 35,038 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the wheels & tires
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 09V-172 repair free?
Yes. Pontiac dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will reprogram the brake position sensor and the remote control door lock receiver with the correct values free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before June 5, 2009. Owners May contact GM Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 35,038 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.