2008 Pontiac Vibe

$5,500

from

listings

$6K–$6K

price range

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Low$5,500

High$5,500

From$5,500

Avg Mileage75,000 mi

Fresh

Sourced from 3 active dealer listings as of May 2026

2008 Pontiac Vibe Trims

All Trims Combined

From$5,500

$6K–$6K

3 listings75,000 avg miles

From$2,900

12 listings|$3K–$10K

2008 Pontiac Vibe Pricing

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Pontiac Vibe Safety & Reliability

Moderate

The 2008 Pontiac Vibe has a moderate safety risk profile with 1 recall campaigns and 63 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

10V3870002010-26-08

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2008 PONTIAC VIBE VEHICLES. THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) FOR THE SUBJECT MODELS EQUIPPED WITH THE 1ZZ-FE (LV6) ENGINE AND TWO-WHEEL DRIVE MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT A CRACK MAY DEVELOP AT CERTAIN SOLDER POINTS OR ON VARISTORS ON THE CIRCUIT BOARD.

THERE ARE A VARIETY OF WARNINGS AND CONSEQUENCES ASSOCIATED WITH THE DEFECT. THE ENGINE WARNING LAMP COULD BE ILLUMINATED, HARSH SHIFTING COULD RESULT, THE ENGINE MAY NOT START, OR THE ENGINE COULD SHUT OFF WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN. AN ENGINE SHUTOFF WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN INCREASES THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 63 owners have filed complaints about the 2008 Pontiac Vibe. AIR BAGS issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Air Bags46

02Engine And Engine Cooling3

03Steering2

04Vehicle Speed Control2

05Tires2

63 total across 1 model years (2008–2008)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Pontiac Vibe Fuel Economy

27–29mpg combined

25-26city

31-33hwy

$1,500-$1,600/yr

Across 2 configurations, the 2008 Pontiac Vibe returns 27–29 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

Vibe - Manual 5-spd

29mpg

1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

26 city33 hwy~$1,500/yr-1/10 Poor

Vibe - Automatic 4-spd

27mpg

1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

25 city31 hwy~$1,600/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2008 Pontiac Vibe

19States

32%in top 3

11% of the market sits in Washington, though listings span 19 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

WAWashington

411%

OHOhio

411%

FLFlorida

411%

MNMinnesota

38%

MOMissouri

38%

MIMichigan

38%

TXTexas

38%

AZArizona

25%

PAPennsylvania

25%

DEDelaware

13%

UTUtah

13%

ILIllinois

13%

ALAlabama

13%

NCNorth Carolina

13%

NDNorth Dakota

13%

NVNevada

13%

CA1

OR1

CO1

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2008.

2008 Pontiac Vibe Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2008 Pontiac Vibe a good car to buy?

The 2008 Pontiac Vibe has 1 recall on record. There is 1 recall on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is air bags, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2008 Pontiac Vibe?

NHTSA shows 1 recall campaign for the 2008 Pontiac Vibe. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2008 Pontiac Vibe?

Depending on configuration, the 2008 Pontiac Vibe delivers 27–29 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2008 Pontiac Vibe?

AIR BAGS is the number-one complaint area for the 2008 Pontiac Vibe, based on 63 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.