2008 Pontiac Vibe vs 2008 Suzuki SX4
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Pontiac Vibe | 2008 Suzuki SX4 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 63 | 101 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 802 | 7 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27–29 | 23–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 50,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Pontiac Vibe | Suzuki SX4 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 48 | 74 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 10 |
| Electrical System | 0 | 12 |
| Engine | 1 | 5 |
| Seats | 0 | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 | 4 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 40 |
2008 Pontiac Vibe
2008 Suzuki SX4
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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.