NHTSA — Electrical System Problems

2009 Pontiac G6 (Page 5 of 9)

CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2009 is starting to have the same problems as previous model years, including the headlights blowing out due to bad connectors.

The wiring harness connections aren't a big deal to replace, as long as your dealer or mechanic doesn't charge you an arm & a leg to "diagnose" the problem.

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 4
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
60,890 miles

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2009 Pontiac G6 electrical problems

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2009 Pontiac G6 Owner Comments (Page 5 of 9)

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problem #89

Sep 232014

G6

  • 28,667 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2009 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the air conditioner shut off independently and the thermostat would not display the correct temperature. In addition, the contact stated that the power locks failed to operate and as a result, the key fob had to be used in order to lock or unlock the doors when inside the vehicle. The mechanic diagnosed that connectors or wires needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 28,667.

- Minden , LA, USA

problem #88

Oct 172014

G6

  • 79,800 miles
The dim headlights keep going out I have replaced them 3 times and still go out I believe it's in the wiring because if you hit the headlight they will soon come back on. I've read the wiring harness gets to hot and melts the wires seems like a fired hazard to me.

- Kansas City, MO, USA

problem #87

Feb 102010

G6 6-cyl

  • miles
Unfortunately I have experienced about all of the issues that are being complained about on here. The light connectors melting and blowing the headlights, the electrical system messing up and frying 7 brains, the brake lights not working properly, the steering acting funny just to name a few, and although I have taken the car to the dealership several times since 2010 to have these issues worked on, I continue to have the problems. I think that it is ridiculous that car manufacturing companies are allowed to let these vehicles stay on the road without doing recalls on these dangerous and possibly fatal problems. For years I wanted one of these cars after they came out and now it has been the biggest waste of my time and money. But..that's ok! as soon as I have a wreck or something happens due to one of these problems I will be dialing up my lawyer!!!

- Palmer, TN, USA

problem #86

Oct 012013

G6

  • 45,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The driver side headlight burned out. I checked the bulb, and the connectors were burned and melted on the light as well as the harness. I changed the harness myself, and the same thing happened approximately one year later. There is a severe malfunction in the electrical component of the headlight system. I am afraid if this continues to occur, it could start a fire in the vehicle. Possibly while it is being driven.

- Buffalo, NY, USA

problem #85

Oct 242014

G6 4-cyl

  • miles
Blinker switch won't turn off after you turn corner.

- Blue Springs, MO, USA

problem #84

Jul 012014

G6 4-cyl

  • miles
Driver side, rear passenger door won't lock or unlock. Also, a couple months later, the driver door did the same thing.

- Blue Springs, MO, USA

problem #83

Oct 152014

G6 6-cyl

  • 46,795 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Driver side low-beam headlight not working. Replaced bulb in 23 November 2013 and again on 5 October 2014. Light went out again on 15 October 2014. Dealer replaced headlight lamp socket as socket was burnt out. Internet searches show numerous issues with Pontiac G6 headlamps having issues with headlight lamp sockets... electrical arcing within socket causing carbon build up and lamp failure. This should be a recall item by GM on this vehicle to fix this safety issue.

- Kokomo, IN, USA

problem #82

Oct 072014

G6

  • miles
On October 7, 2014, as I was waiting for the stop light to change. My car turned off and then on again. On the following day, after I parked my car, I went to start it, and it didn't crank at all. I went to get the battery, starter, and alternator checked, they all passed with flying colors.

- Washington, DC, USA

problem #81

Aug 192014

G6 6-cyl

  • 60,000 miles
I was driving down the road when the driver's side headlight went out. I have replaced the same headlight at least three times. Today, 26 Sept 2014, I attempted to replace the headlight bulb again, but found that the connector has melted. I'm concerned that my other headlight may go out while driving, so I will see what the dealership says after the vehicle inspection. I have heard that it can cost between 400 to 500 dollars. Please have this investigated before someone gets hurt or killed.

- Indianapolis, IN, USA

problem #80

Dec 182013

G6 4-cyl

  • 98,554 miles
As I was driving towards my home after dark, my drivers side headlight (low-beam) went out. Because I was on a rural road, I turned on my high-beams. In less than a minute an I went back to my low-beams due to an oncoming car and I had no low-beam lights at all. I immediately turned my high-beams back on so I could be seen by the other car. After returning home I informed my husband of the problem. The next morning he checked the headlight lamps and found that the electrical plug/sockets to both low-beam lights were shorted-out, burned, and melted. While at a local auto-parts store trying to get replacement pig-tails to repair the lights I talked to one of the sales persons who also works at a local GM dealership. He told me that they see 6 to 10 cars a week that have had this same problem. This is a very dangerous situation and it appears to be very common.

- Cambridge, OH, USA

problem #79

Sep 092014

G6 6-cyl

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

September 10, 2014 dear National Highway Traffic Safety Administration & GM customer assistance center, I have been the customer of two General Motors recalls. First recall notice was for a 2007 Chevrolet cobalt, ignition fix and 2009 Pontiac G6 for a body control module connection to the brake apply sensor. I had difficulty waiting for the parts for the Chevy cobalt. First call I made to the dealership, was greeted with the following response (from the dealership) call back in April (my call was made in February ? when I received the letter). I called in may, they still didn't have the parts for the repair, and they were unwilling to put my name on a list to call me back. I finally called another dealership " they ordered the part and called me back and repaired my vehicle. So, when the second recall notice was received for the Pontiac G6, I called the second dealership ? where I finally had resolution to the first recall. This dealership is 30 minutes from my residence. The first dealership was 2 miles from my home. I called, they had the parts and I made an appointment for 3:00pm on Tuesday. I took time off work, arrived at the dealership, and I was told they were out of parts. How does that happen? when you make an appointment, shouldn't your part be set-aside" I don't understand the un-professionalism from the dealership.

- Flint, MI, USA

problem #78

Sep 012014

G6 4WD 6-cyl

  • miles
Letter from constituent regarding her Pontiac G6 coupe; she's having problems selling her vehicle due to a recall on the vehicle; request the advice as to the best course of action that can be taken against GM for the swift resolution of this matter.

- Miamisburg, OH, USA

problem #77

Aug 012014

G6 4-cyl

  • 55,000 miles
My passenger side headlight went out so I replaced it only to have it go out again. I realized there were some burnt wires and had it inspected. I was told I needed a new wire harness.

- Grayling, MI, USA

problem #76

Nov 112013

G6

  • miles
The problem is when I turn the knob to defroce it make noise.

- Chicago Ridge, IL, USA

problem #75

Aug 012014

G6

  • 123,000 miles
Headlights on 2009 Pontiac G6 GT constantly going out. The wiring harness has to be replaced because the connection melts and have to replace the wiring harness. Called GM and they said that it is not a concern for them and will not assist in fixing the issue. This will be the 3rd time I have replaced the wiring harness to the headlights. This is extremely dangerous as it could cause a fire with the amount of heat being generated to cause the connectors to melt.. also have to drive with the brights on to avoid being pulled over.

- West Jordan , UT, USA

problem #74

Oct 312013

G6 6-cyl

  • 41,000 miles
I purchased my used Pontiac G6 in October 2013. Before I brought my car off the lot the dealership had to replace the left low beam headlight. No big deal I thought. We'll we have changed this same headlight 3 times. Today 8/11/2014 it needs replacing again. My husband went to check to see if maybe it was unplugged as we knew the bulb should have been fine. Well when he took the back plastic cover off to check my headlight wiring was smoking. How long this has been going on I do not know. We have unplugged this headlight because I have to drive this vehicle about 60 mile everyday for work. We'll needless to say I am terrified to drive it. What happens if it catches fire while me and my grandchildren are on the road"??? so far I have only received 1 recall notice.# 13036. That alone is enough forms to stop driving it. I have read several of the same complaints all over the internet. Do we have to die before this is fixed???"

- Winder, GA, USA

problem #73

Aug 012014

G6 4-cyl

  • miles
2009 Pontiac G6. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle headlights problem. Consumer has different vehicle and ODI# complaint in artemis. The consumer stated the driver's side headlight was replaced three times. The dealer wanted to charge $150 to replace the bulb. However, the consumer changed the bulbs himself. The consumer stated it appeared as if the electrical system feeding the headlights had a design problem, which resulted in customers frequently paying hundreds of dollars without the issue being resolved. The consumer believed the low beam headlights frequently failing was due to melted sockets.

- North Canton, OH, USA

problem #72

Aug 032014

G6 6-cyl

  • 92,000 miles
See NHTSA campaign number: 14V252000 ; GM recall notice 13036 dated July 2014. I've been in two near rear end collisions due to brake light failure; I was pulled over by the police & told that my brake lights were staying lit while driving and then I was pulled over again & told that my brake lights were not lit up when I braking. I was able to show both officers the recall notice I received from GM & I was advised to get the problem fixed immediately as I was putting myself and others at risk of possible accident and injuries. While driving on the highway, the cruise control was enabled and would not disengage when I brake nor disengage when I pressed the on/off button. I had to cycle the key off/on in order to disengage the cruise control. Other times, the cruise will not engage when on/off button is pressed. I am also having issues shifting from park to drive or reverse, also E.S.C. isn't working as it should, nor the panic brake assist features. Lights for E.S.C. tcs randomly flash and flicker. All these are indications are consistent with the GM recall notice 13036. As stated before, I have almost been in two collisions and been pulled over twice. Contacted GM five times - case #[xxx] on file. GM stated that my car must be serviced by local dealership but will not cover costs. The local dealer wants diagnostic fees up front, which I cannot afford. GM hasn't notified dealerships of the recall 13036 to date. Do I need to be involved in an accident, harming myself and others, before this is addressed by GM" does there have to be loss of life to get GM to fix the known issues outlined in recall 13036? how can I rely on safe transportation until this is fixed" in closing, I seek assistance in addressing the blatant disregard of public safety that GM has shown to me and other customers. I would like to get my car fixed at no cost to me. Help!! information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- St. Louis, MO, USA

problem #71

Jun 302010

G6 4-cyl

  • 15,000 miles
Headlamps & taillights burn out every few months. Technician at GM dealership said it is occurring in numerous GM vehicles. It is an electrical issue that causes the bulbs to burn out. Since it is an electrical issue that sends too much power and causes burning wires, I am afraid this will eventually start a fire. I should not have to switch these bulbs out constantly. I am also surprised I have not been pulled over or in an accident yet due to non functioning tail lights or headlamps. Nor should I have to pay to get this fixed when it is clearly an issue with the construction of the car. I am currently at 45,000 miles and I am no longer under warranty. I sent an email to GM (which I can forward you if need be) and a week later I saw that a recall was issued about headlamps/tail lights. A GM dealer searched my VIN number and my car did not come up under said recall. I tried to call GM today and waited for 20 minutes on hold and then was disconnected. I refuse to do this again.

- Baltimore, MD, USA

problem #70

Jul 022014

G6 6-cyl

  • 54,000 miles
I get in my car put the key in the ignition and start my car, I then put the car in drive and get going about 35/40 and the door locks start going up and down by them self. Later that day I open my door and get in my car without the key in the ignition and the door locks start to go up and down again on there own. I have contacted the dealership I purchased the car from and they tell me my VIN has no recalls. Really "?" this has been going on for a while with the back doors and now they all do it., I think GM needs to fix this and they need to check all pontac G6's for all the recalls they have on these cars.

- Mchenry, IL, USA

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