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Campaign 14V047 Posted February 10, 2014 2,190,934 units

2003-2011 Pontiac Models Recall 14V047: Ignition Switch

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Published June 2, 2026

Recall 14V047 covers 2,190,934 2003-2011 Pontiac Solstice, G5, Hhr, Cobalt, Sky, and Ion vehicles for ignition-switch shutdown. Repair is free at any franchised Pontiac dealer.

Pontiac is recalling 2,190,934 2003-2011 Solstice, G5, Hhr, Cobalt, Sky, and Ion vehicles under recall 14V047 because key-ring weight or a jolt can move the ignition switch out of run and turn off the engine. In a crash, that can keep the air bags from deploying, and the dealer repair will be free once available.

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What's wrong?

The ignition switch is the electrical switch behind the key cylinder. In normal driving, it holds the key in the run position, keeps the engine on, and supplies the vehicle systems that depend on ignition power. On 2003-2011 Pontiac Solstice, G5, Hhr, Cobalt, Sky, and Ion vehicles, that steady run position is the part at issue.

The switch can move out of run when extra weight hangs from the key ring, when road conditions jolt the key, or when another sharp movement reaches the switch. If that happens, the engine turns off while the vehicle is being driven. The recall also links the defect to safe airbag operation, because the airbag system depends on the ignition state.

There is no warning sign before failure. Until the recall repair is complete, remove all items from the key ring and leave only the ignition key, with the key fob removed as well.

Who's affected?

Spans 6 models across the 2003-2011 model years, with air bag system and ignition switch components tied to the affected vehicles.

2008 Pontiac Solstice air bag system
2008 Pontiac Solstice electrical system
2008 Pontiac G5 air bag system
2008 Pontiac G5 electrical system
2008 Chevrolet Hhr air bag system
Units affected2,190,934

The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.

What's the safety risk?

If the ignition key moves out of the run position, the air bags are at risk of not deploying in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Until the repair is complete, keep only the vehicle key on the ignition key ring, remove the fob, and wear your seat belt. Repair will be free at any franchised Pontiac dealer once available.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2003-2011 Pontiac Solstice, G5, Hhr, Cobalt, Sky, or Ion is included in this recall.
  2. Watch for the owner letter before scheduling if your dealer says parts are not open for your VIN.
  3. Ask a franchised Pontiac dealer about the free ignition-switch replacement that keeps the key in the run position and preserves air bag operation.
  4. Remove all items from the key ring until the recall repair is complete, leaving only the vehicle key.
  5. Reference recall number 14V047 when you call the dealer, and bring the recall notice if Pontiac mailed one.

What happens at the repair

Until the final dealer repair is available, follow GM's interim instructions: remove every item from the key ring, leave only the vehicle key, remove the key fob if the vehicle has one, and wear your seatbelt. Once the repair opens, a Pontiac technician will replace the ignition switch free of charge. That repair addresses the switch movement that can turn off the engine and affect airbag operation.

Timeline

February 10, 2014 NHTSA published the recall
April 18, 2014 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 14V047?

Recall 14V047 covers 2,190,934 2003-2011 Pontiac Solstice, G5, Hhr, Cobalt, Sky, and Ion vehicles with an ignition switch defect. Weight on the key ring or a jarring event can turn off the engine. If the key leaves run, the air bags can fail to deploy in a crash, increasing injury risk.

What should I do if my 2003-2011 Pontiac Solstice, G5, Hhr, Cobalt, Sky, or Ion is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 14V047. If it is, call a dealer and reference recall number 14V047. Until the repair is complete, remove every item from the key ring, leaving only the ignition key. Remove the key fob too.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Dealers will replace the ignition switch free of charge for vehicles included in recall 14V047.

Is it safe to drive before the ignition switch repair?

Keep the key ring as light as possible until the repair is complete. The recall instructions say to leave only the vehicle key on the ring and remove the key fob. Always wear your seatbelt, and contact the dealer if the engine shuts off or the key moves out of run.

What if I bought this vehicle used?

The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included, then call a dealer and reference recall number 14V047.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V047000
Pontiac customer service1-800-222-1020
NHTSA recall #14V047
NHTSA recall # (full)14V047000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →