Pontiac Vibe AWD

20032009 · 5 configurations

Lowest
22
Average
24
Best
25

The Pontiac Vibe AWD has been tested by the EPA across 5 different configurations spanning model years 2003 through 2009. Over this period, the Vibe AWD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 22 MPG to 25 MPG, with an overall average of 24 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2009
22
2006
25
2005
25
2004
25
2003
25

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Vibe AWD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Pontiac Vibe AWD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Pontiac Pontiac Vibe grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
369
Total Deaths
266

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
14.1%
Fire Occurrence
3.3%
Speeding Involved
10.8%
DUI Involved
15.4%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

72%
Front
17%
Side
11%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes31
Fatalities
26
Deaths/Crash
0.84
2022
Fatal Crashes25
Fatalities
18
Deaths/Crash
0.72
2021
Fatal Crashes33
Fatalities
29
Deaths/Crash
0.88
2020
Fatal Crashes37
Fatalities
28
Deaths/Crash
0.76
2019
Fatal Crashes34
Fatalities
19
Deaths/Crash
0.56
2018
Fatal Crashes40
Fatalities
31
Deaths/Crash
0.78
2017
Fatal Crashes44
Fatalities
31
Deaths/Crash
0.70
2016
Fatal Crashes47
Fatalities
34
Deaths/Crash
0.72
2015
Fatal Crashes46
Fatalities
31
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2014
Fatal Crashes32
Fatalities
19
Deaths/Crash
0.59

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2009
9
2005
2
2003
8
Critical
Moderate
Advisory