Model year guide

2005 Pontiac pursuit

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Pontiac pursuit is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

2005 Pontiac pursuit — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2005 Pontiac pursuit at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints2

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2005 Pontiac pursuit recalls 1

Electrical System:ignition:switch NHTSA Campaign #14E021000 · 30/04/2014

UCI-FRAM Group is recalling certain LS1328 ignition Switches sold as Wells LS1328, Duralast LS1328, Airtex 1S6097, and Carquest 53-27479, and LS1497 Ignition Switches sold as Wells LS1497, Duralast LS1497, Airtex 1S10961, and Carquest 53-27967, for use on various General Motors model and model year vehicles during repair and replacement of the original ignition switch. The weight on the key ring and/or road conditio…

Fix: UCI-FRAM Group has notified its purchasers to quarantine and return all inventory. Any switches already installed in vehicles will be replaced by GM dealers as part of NHTSA recall 14V-047, free of charge. UCI-Fram's purchasers should contact UCI-FRAM Group at 1-800-890-2075. GM vehicle owners requ…

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2005 Pontiac pursuit common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.

Dimensions & weight

Length
180.3 in
Width
68.1 in
Height
57.1 in
Wheelbase
103.1 in
Curb weight
3,217 lb
Front track
58.7 in
Rear track
58.3 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2005 Pontiac pursuit. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 488

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 488.

This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.

Bulletin PIP5601C · Jul 2025

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.

Bulletin PIT5074R · May 2025

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.

Bulletin PIT5074R · May 2025

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.

Bulletin PIT5074R · May 2025

This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).

Bulletin 02-00-89-002X · Sep 2024

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in que…

Bulletin PIT3271P · Sep 2024

Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need updating and then proceed to updating affected modules (with some exc…

Bulletin General Communication · Electrical System · Aug 2024

This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.

Bulletin 01-06-01-011P · Engine · Aug 2024

This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.

Bulletin 18-NA-099 · Jun 2024

This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491, E4492, or E6961 and resolution information.

Bulletin 24-NA-098 · Electrical System · Jun 2024

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the PURSUIT. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 5

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2005 Pontiac pursuit. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Steering

Certain vehicles equipped with electric power steering may experience a sudden loss of power steering assist that could occur at any time while driving. If the power steering assist is lost, a message is displayed on the Driver Information Centre and a chime sounds to inform the driver. Steering control can be maintained, as the vehicle will revert to a manual steering mode, bu…

Transport Canada #2015010 · Jan 2015

Other

On certain vehicles, a defect may allow the ignition key to be removed from the ignition switch when the key is not in the "Off" position. This could result in unintended vehicle movement if the transmission is not in the "park" position (automatic transmission) or not in the reverse gear with the parking brake engaged (manual transmission), and increase the risk of a crash cau…

Transport Canada #2014126 · Apr 2014

Electrical

On certain vehicles, a defect in the ignition switch could allow the switch to move out of the "run" position if the key ring is carrying added weight or the vehicle goes off-road or is subjected to some other jarring event. The timing of the key movement out of the “run” position, relative to the activation of the sensing algorithm of the crash event, may result in the airbags…

Transport Canada #2014038 · Feb 2014

Steering

Certain vehicles equipped with electric power steering may experience a sudden loss of power steering assist that could occur at any time while driving. If the power steering assist is lost, a message is displayed on the Driver Information Centre and a chime sounds to inform the driver. Steering control can be maintained, as the vehicle will revert to a manual steering mode, bu…

Transport Canada #2010059 · Mar 2010

Lights And Instruments

Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of CMVSS 108 - Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment. Shields inside the headlamps became loose during a vibration test. If this occurred while under way, oncoming driver's may notice additional glare. Correction: Dealers will install two new headlamp assemblies.

Transport Canada #2004412 · Nov 2004

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

2005 Pontiac pursuit trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
2.2L 4-cyl 170 hp

2005 Pontiac pursuit vehicles on record

2005 Pontiac pursuit — frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Pontiac pursuit have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2005 Pontiac pursuit. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Pontiac pursuit?

Across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are steering, electrical system, tires.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.