2008 Honda Fit vs 2008 Pontiac Vibe
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Honda Fit | 2008 Pontiac Vibe |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 217 | 63 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 32 | 802 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 28 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 29–31 | 27–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 75,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Fit | Pontiac Vibe |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 57 | 48 |
| Structure | 43 | 1 |
| Power Train | 24 | 1 |
| Engine | 23 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 18 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 14 | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 17 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 13 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 28 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 13 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 0 |
| Water leaks | 8 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 5 |
2008 Honda Fit
2008 Pontiac Vibe
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.