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CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2005 Pontiac G6 has major problems with two areas fairly critical to the act of driving... steering & safety.

The 2005 G6 has a major defect trend with electronic power-assisted steering failure. The power steering cuts out while driving, making it extremely difficult to steer. G6 owners typically report spending $600 - $1,200+ to fix the problem, replacing either the entire steering column or the power assist motor.

In March 2010, GM recalled 1.3 million vehicles for this exact problem "...after receiving 1,100 complaints of power steering failures." However the 2005 G6 wasn't included in that recall.

In July 2010, GM issued a "Special Coverage Adjustment" — TSB #10183 — covering "certain" (not all) 2005, 2006 & 2008 Pontiac G6's for power steering problems, up to 10 years/100k miles.

As of early 2013 the NHTSA had 300+ steering complaints on file for the 2005 G6, with 12 crashes & 4 injuries. The NHTSA closed their initial investigation in 2007, having determined that losing your power steering going over 15-20 mph isn't a big deal & that most crashes occurred at slow speeds, so not a safety risk. Ridiculous? Yep, we think so too.

The 2005 G6 also has an expensive problem with "popping" or "clunking" noises when turning, & that issue extends to newer model years as well.

Factor in the 2005 Pontiac G6's poor side impact protection & you end up with a vehicle you should steer clear of.

2.0

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
79,333 miles

About These NHTSA Complaints:

This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.

So how do you find out what problems are occurring? For this NHTSA complaint data, the only way is to read through the comments below. Any duplicates or errors? It's not us.

2005 Pontiac G6 body / paint problems

body / paint problem

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2005 Pontiac G6 Owner Comments

problem #3

Feb 012019

G6

  • 126,000 miles

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There is drain tubing connected to the sunroof that comes unconnected because its too short and leaks/pours water all over the passenger front and back side of the vehicle. It happens whether youre driving it or its sitting still. Water just pours in and soaks everything on passenger side.

- Wilmington, OH, USA

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problem #2

Jan 012015

G6

  • 105,000 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that the roof failed and caused water to enter into the vehicle. The contact was concerned that the water would damage the carpet, dashboard, and electrical system. The contact did not take the vehicle to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not notified. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 105,000.

- Wichita, KS, USA

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problem #1

Jun 092011

G6

  • 7,000 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that during inclement weather conditions, water leaked into the interior of the vehicle, which caused electrical issues. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the entire weather stripping was replaced. Three months after the repair was performed the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 7,000.

- Everman, TX, USA

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