The power steering locks up while driving. Car is over 70,000 and is out of extended warranty. I've heard many people have this problem, and I've called around to other mechanics to have this looked at and no one seems to be able to pin point the problem.

- Ga, GA, USA

First problem, the exterior rear tail brake lights do not function well. I did find the recall and did take it in for repair. The problem still exist even after changing out the defected part. This is very scary and can lead to a serious accident. Second problem, the power steering light comes on and service light, when this happens the steering wheel becomes very hard and difficult to steer. After turning the car off the steering wheel returns to "normal". I have seen on different forum of complaint that have been made about this problem. I think this is very dangerous and can lead to an accident and deaths. This problem exist and not only in my vehicle but in many other of the same make. This is serious safety issue because the problem with the steering wheel becoming difficult to steer makes it impossible to control the vehicle. I am very angry because ever since I got the car I have been having a lot of safety issues with it, and as a student attending college it is extremely an inconvenience. I have three years paying the car and have one year to go, this so unfortunate because as far as all the reviews the problem is never taken care of which would mean I would have to purchase another car.

- Houston , TX, USA

The contact owns a 2005 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that there were multiple failures experienced in the vehicle with the power steering. The contact stated that the intermediate steering shaft was previously replaced and the dealer advised that the part would potentially need to be replaced every twelve months due to the quality. In addition, the contact stated that the bushings also needed replacing. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The VIN was unavailanle. The failure mileage was 40,000 and the current mileage was 134,000.

- Decatur, GA, USA

The contact owns a 2005 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph, the check engine light illuminated, a power steering chime would sound and the steering wheel locked. The contact struggled with the steering wheel for five minutes and then it turned but had no power steering capability. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that the electronic power steering assist needed to be replaced along with some sensors near the steering column. The contact received a letter from the manufacturer stating that there was an issue with the steering and to take it in to the dealer for a free repair; however, the dealer stated that he had to pay for the repairs as the title was branded. The vehicle was not repaired. The current mileage was approximately 66,000. The failure mileage was approximately 49,000.

- Belle Vernon, PA, USA

My wife's 2005 Pontiac G6 has some very bad steering problems. The power steering is going out and the cost is unreal to fix. I think this should be a recall due to there poor design. I just don't want my wife and little girl getting hurt or even killed over a bad design on a car that she really loves.

- Royalton, KY, USA

I was backing out of my driveway and my steering went out, I had no more power steering, I turned off my car and on again then it worked ok, later it went out again about a 10 mile stretch it took forever to work again, I am still having this problem, I hear their are more incidents related to mine. I feel that this is a recall but Pontiac says it is not! so why are their so many complaints about this particular car? I heard that the 2007 models went back to a hydraulic system, not like the previous years that have electric steering.

- San Antonio, TX, USA

I have a 2005 Pontiac G6 GT. Since purchase, I have had to replace the intermediate steering shaft four or five times. I recently replaced the whole column (about 4 months ago) and it is again making clunking noises. A car expert friend who drove the car yesterday noted that it seems to both drag and have too much 'play'. the car should be recalled. It is no longer under warranty at 110,000 miles and should be replaced by GM.

- Cresskill, NJ, USA

Power steering fails. I have to turn the car off and back on (sometimes several times) before the power steering comes back. The steering wheel is sometimes "jerky". the dealership tells me there is nothing wrong. The problems come and go.

- Grand Junction, CO, USA

Complete steering failure, it was like driving my dads old 53 international pickup. I was scared, it wounldn't turn properly and was jerky. I'm just thankful I wasn't on a curvey road. I don't know if I would of made it!

- Athol, MA, USA

Steering gear was loose in my 2005 Pontiac G6 which cause a lot of steering noise and concern. Brought to dealer and found it to be loose and they grease and tighened the gear shaft, note this is the third time.

- Athol, MA, USA

Steering defects; electric power assist system. Loss of steering while driving vehicle. Vehicle warning lights appeared on in (O3) separate incidents that there appears to be a steering malfunction. (52 year old experience driver - horrific driving experience. Vehicle was recently purchased-used, and this happen within 7 days of the sale. Returned the vehicle to the dealership with no explanation, of defects" I do not know what if any was done by the dealership to correct this problem. What I do know is that I returned this vehicle to the GMC-Pontiac dealer, which I explained that this vehicle should be crushed and destroyed from the driving public to prevent a near future fatality to the public. This vehicle needs to be located by the ntsb and the brains checked, because if it is sold and put back on the road surely a fatal accident is to come, from the defect not the driver. Warning this is not Toyota, unfortunately it's one of our on. American name {Pontiac G-6 2005 est. Mileage at time of incident 114,800}. the local dealership stated prior to the sale that this vehicle was certified" upon return to the dealership personnel were reluctant to discuss this defect and it's findings. End.

- Memphis, TN, USA

Power steering started to get really hard to turn into parking spots or when you would try to turn then it started to just freeze up. I have taken my car into the shop and they informed me that there was a tps bulletin on the part, they repaired the part but I am not sure if it is completely repaired B/C it has started doing it again but not as badly as before. I have two small children with me constantly and I have come very close to colliding with other vehicles.

- Arkansas, AR, USA

Electronic power steering goes out while driving and upon starting the vehicle. It is nearly impossible to steer or turn, and extremely dangerous. The exact same eps system was recalled on the G5's but GM has not recalled on the G6's. the repair is not minor - upwards of $1000.

- Marion, IA, USA

2005 Pontiac G6 V6 power steering went out with no warning.

- Va, VA, USA

I own a 2005 Pontiac G6 GT that I purchased in 2005. Around 2007 was the first occurrence of the power steering "lock-up". I took it to the dealership and was told that it was an electrical problem and a diagnostic test was performed and I was sent on my way. I regularly maintain my car and take good care of it. In the last year the problem has become worse (happened 5-6 times last year and again this morning) and I was told by GM that it is "easier" to file a law suit than for them to recall the car. This is very dangerous and very inconsiderate to their customers. What happens is, the "power steering" light comes on across the radio, the maintenance wrench shows on the dash and the steering wheel locks up and becomes impossible to control. The car then has to be shut off and restarted to re-gain control.

- Hampton , GA, USA

Power steering light illuminated on message center, chimes heard and then a loss of power steering in my 2005 Pontiac G6. Everytime I turn on the vehicle the message appears when I am driving, and shortly there after a loss of power steering occurs. I have contacted GM and was told that there are no recalls regarding this. I have found several complaints on Pontiac G6 owner blogs reporting the same issue.

- Port Saint Lucie, FL, USA

Took vehicle to GM dealer on 12/5/10 as have noticed a knocking/sticking in the steering when turning right or left. This has been a recurring issue since I have had the vehicle and I have had 2 steering gear replacements. Have also noticed that the vehicle is often hard to turn. The dealer kept the vehicle for 2 days and stated there was nothing wrong, they could not diagnose the problem and the vehicle was safe to drive. On 12/13/10, while driving down the road, the warning light chimed and lit up on the console, the words "power steering" came up on the screen display, and the power steering completely went out. This was while driving at a speed of 40 mph. I could barely turn the steering wheel and it almost caused an accident as I tried to maneuver to the side of the road. I am extremely concerned that the dealer was unable to diagnose the problem and assured me the vehicle was safe to drive when obviously it was not. This is a serious safety issue as the steering wheel can barely be turned when this occurs.

- Holly Springs, GA, USA

The contact owns a 2005 Pontiac G6. The contact received a recall notice two months ago stating that there was a power steering issue that may occur. The vehicle was involved in a crash one month later while driving 20 mph in inclement weather. The driver was not injured. A police report was filed. The vehicle was repaired by the manufacturer after the crash occurred. The failure mileage was approximately 53,813.

- Mentor, OH, USA

The contact owns a 2005 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that on November 7, 2010 while driving approximately 15 mph when she attempted to exit the service station the steering wheel locked, the power steering light also illuminated after the failure occurred. She was able to shift into reverse gear and moved the vehicle away from the fuel tanks. The contact turned the vehicle off for a few minutes and when the power steering reset itself, the vehicle began functioning normally. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing who confirmed that the steering column caused the failure to occur and it needed to be repaired. The manufacturer will not assist with the repair, because the vehicle was over 100,000 miles and the warranty had expired. The vehicle wasn't repaired. The failure and the current mileages were 154,023.

- Katy, TX, USA

This past Saturday, I was driving my car and suddenly (and without warning), my power steering failed and I could not drive the car. Luckily, I was able to turn it off and restart the car and that cleared up the problem for the moment, and I was able to drive home safely. This happened again the following Monday. I have since taken it to my local dealership who informed me of the problem, that by they way, GM was well aware of. To make a long story short, even though GM has recalled other models (the G5 and cobalt for example) for the same issue, power steering assist, they blocked the national highway transportation from recalling the G6 models, and instead, issued a "special policy" that covers vehicles with less than 100,000 miles or 10 years. In my case, my car is over the mileage, though under the 10 years. I never received a notice from GM or my local dealership advising me of this potentially life-threatening issue. And now because my car is over the mileage that they cleverly set, I have to pay for this repair (between $700 and $800). I don't understand why GM would recall some vehicles with the exact same issue, but not others. I don't think this is the right way to treat loyal customers and GM should fix this free of charge for all affected vehicles since it appears to be a defect in their product. GM needs to rethink their strategy and aim to keep all their customers happy and safe. GM needs to issue a recall for all cars affected by this and issue refunds to anyone who has already had to come out of pocket to fix it. From what I've researched on the internet today, there are a lot of angry, worried customers just like me and that is really unfortunate. I love my G6, but I am not happy with this issue, nor with the unhelpful customer service I received from both GM corporate offices and my local dealership. My daughter's safety is #1!

- Woodbridge, VA, USA