Recall 17V061 covers 91,007 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice and Sky vehicles for a passenger-air-bag sensor defect. Repair is free at any franchised Pontiac dealer.
Pontiac is recalling 91,007 2006-2010 Solstice and Sky vehicles under recall 17V061 because the front passenger seat sensor for the air bag suppression system can bend or become damaged. If the sensor disables the front passenger air bag, the passenger has an increased injury risk in a crash; Pontiac dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The 2006-2010 Solstice and Sky use a Passenger Air Bag Suppression System sensor inside the front passenger seat. That sensor reads pressure on the seat and helps the vehicle decide whether the front passenger air bag should be active. When it works correctly, the system tells the air bag controls whether an occupant is sitting there.
On affected vehicles, repeated pressure in the same spot on the seat can bend and damage the sensor's printed conductor, the thin electrical path inside the sensor mat. In severe cases, that damage creates an open circuit. When the circuit opens, the system can disable the front passenger air bag even when a passenger is in the seat.
Owners get warning signs when an active fault is present. The passenger airbag indicator can show that the airbag is off, the driver information center can display a "Service Airbag" message, the audio system can chime, and the airbag warning light can turn on.
Who's affected?
The Solstice scope starts with 2006, while the Sky scope starts with 2007; both continue through 2010 with the same air bag system component.
| 2006 Pontiac Solstice | air bag system |
|---|---|
| 2007 Saturn Sky | air bag system |
| 2007 Pontiac Solstice | air bag system |
| 2008 Pontiac Solstice | air bag system |
| 2008 Saturn Sky | air bag system |
| 2009 Pontiac Solstice | air bag system |
| 2009 Saturn Sky | air bag system |
| 2010 Pontiac Solstice | air bag system |
| 2010 Saturn Sky | air bag system |
| Units affected | 91,007 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
In a crash, a front passenger air bag that does not deploy as intended increases injury risk for the front passenger. Watch for the passenger airbag telltale showing the air bag is off, a "Service Airbag" message, a warning chime, or an airbag warning lamp. Schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Pontiac dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice or Saturn Sky is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Pontiac dealer to schedule the free Passenger Air Bag Suppression System sensor repair that fixes the front passenger air bag suppression fault.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 17V061 when you call.
- Ask Pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737 if the dealer needs help confirming the repair instructions.
- Avoid using the front passenger seat until the dealer confirms the air bag suppression sensor repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Pontiac technician handles the recall repair for the passenger air bag suppression system in the front passenger seat. The source remedy says the permanent repair was under development when the recall opened, so confirm the current repair procedure with the dealer when you schedule. The recall repair is free. If you've already paid for passenger air bag suppression system work tied to this recall, the general reimbursement plan on file provides a path to request repayment for documented expenses. Bring invoices and proof of payment to the service desk.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| January 26, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 26, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| January 26, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 17, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| February 26, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V061?
Recall 17V061 covers 91,007 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice and Sky vehicles with a front passenger seat sensor defect. The passenger air bag suppression sensor can become bent or damaged, which can keep the front passenger air bag from deploying as intended in a crash.
What should I do if my 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice or Sky is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 17V061. If it is, contact a franchised Pontiac service dealer and reference GM recall number 17036. The dealer repair is free under federal recall law.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. If your VIN is included, a franchised Pontiac service dealer should complete the recall work free of charge, including parts and labor tied to the recall remedy.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is injury to the front passenger in a crash. If the front passenger air bag does not deploy as intended, that passenger has an increased risk of injury. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free recall repair through a franchised Pontiac service dealer.
What if I bought this vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the original owner. If you bought the vehicle used and never received a letter, check your VIN and reference recall 17V061 and GM recall number 17036 when you call the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V061000 |
|---|---|
| Pontiac customer service | 1-800-762-2737 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V061 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V061000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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