Tpms & brake pedal position switch/fmvss 138 & 108
Defect Summary
Gm is recalling 35,038 my 2008-2009 pontiac g8 vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment" and federal motor vehicles safety standard no. 138, "tire pressure monitoring systems". the brake pedal position switch may have been incorrectly programmed. with this condition, the brake lamps may be continually illuminated and fail to warn a following driver when the vehicle is braking. also certain vehicles may have incorrect values programmed into the tire pressure monitoring system that will not illuminate the low tire pressure telltale until tire pressure falls below values required by the standard.
Safety Consequence
Inappropriate, non-standard lights could increase the risk of a crash or driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Corrective Action
Dealers will reprogram the brake position sensor and the remote control door lock receiver with the correct values free of charge. the recall is expected to begin on or before june 5, 2009. owners may contact gm pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.
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FAQ: Recall 09V172000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 09V172000?
NHTSA recall 09V172000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on May 21, 2009. It addresses: Tpms & brake pedal position switch/fmvss 138 & 108. The recall affects approximately 35,038 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Air component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09V172000 or the manufacturer campaign number 09101 & 09046. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.