NHTSA — Fuel/Propulsion System Problems

2006 Pontiac G6 (Page 3 of 4)

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CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2006 Pontiac G6 has major problems with two areas fairly critical to the act of driving... steering & safety.

The 2006 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 2006 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 this power steering issue, up to 10 years/100k miles. However a large number of 2006 G6 owners have reported they were not covered by this campaign, based on VIN#.

As of late 2013 the NHTSA had well over 700 steering complaints on file for the 2006 G6, with 21 crashes & 12 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 2006 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 2006 Pontiac G6's poor side impact protection & you end up with a vehicle you should steer clear of.

1.9

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
85,830 miles

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2006 Pontiac G6 fuel system problems

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2006 Pontiac G6 Owner Comments (Page 3 of 4)

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problem #36

Jun 012008

G6 6-cyl

  • 20,000 miles

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June of 2008, the service airbag light kept coming on. I took it back to the dealership where I bought the car from and they said it was the passenger side seat sensor that needed to be replace and since it was still under warranty at the time I didn't have to pay for it. After getting it fixed it hasn't come back on until about two years ago and it is now no longer under warranty and I was told if I don't get it fixed then when it comes back on then the airbags won't deploy. February of 2011, the check engine light came on and I had to replace all four of my O2 sensors and then the brain in order for the check engine light to go off. But every winter the check engine light comes back on when the temperature is 35degrees or lower and then I am unable to remote start my car. I have had it checked and code that keeps coming up is that I have bad O2 sensors but when they are checked they are still good. Both of these are a real pain. Can you please check to see if there are any other complaints. Thank you.

- St. Louis, MO, USA

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problem #35

Nov 282014

G6

  • 130,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that fuel fumes emitted into the vehicle. The dealer discovered that there was a fuel leak; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.

- Houston , TX, USA

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problem #34

Oct 012014

G6

  • 104,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that fuel fumes emitted in and around the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the fuel pump was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 104,000.

- Coral Springs, GA, USA

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problem #33

Oct 302014

G6

  • 119,000 miles

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

The Pontiac G6 2006 fuel pump is faulty and there's alot of complaint on the internet about this part. The strange thing about this issue is GM knows about this issue but for some very strange reason recall the vehicles from 2007-2010 and left off the 2006 model which seem to suffer most from this fuel pump defect from the plastic made part on their pump. The dealership after charging me $134 just to diagnose the problem which they knew from before wanted an additional $1200 to replace their own defective pump which they recalled on the 2007 model and many other vehicle....its a major rip off and a [xxx] shame ! this issue is a major issue, gas is leaking on the exhaust and its a fire hazard. There are over 300 complaint on this on the internet from the 2006 G6 model and I am only one of them...GM should do right and recall these vehicles for the proper repairs...like they did for the 2007... information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Coral Springs, FL, USA

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problem #32

Oct 012014

G6

  • 90,000 miles
My car has been smelling like a gas station my husband has looked into this and it seems to be leaking near the fill neck. After looking at forums it seems that this is a common problem and you have a possible recall on the G5 I now cannot drive my car it is so bad and it is just sitting in my driveway I guess we will be waiting on yet another recall on my car.

- Bend, OR, USA

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problem #31

Oct 012014

G6

  • 127,766 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that fuel fumes emitted inside of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a diagnosis. The technician stated that the fuel filter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the odor persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in recall NHTSA campaign number: 13E043000 (equipment, fuel system, gasoline). The approximate failure mileage was 127,766.

- Dixon, MO, USA

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problem #30

Nov 012014

G6 6-cyl

  • 96,155 miles

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

Vehicle was taken in for oil change and put on lift. Technician said, there was a strong odor of fuel(gasoline) coming from the rear of the vehicle. The tech showed me the location of a wet spot and we both touched the area and our fingers smelled like fuel. They want to charge me $850.27 for parts and labor. My choices are clear, get the thing fixed, or burn in an explosion. I strongly believe that many other motorist with this make and model have the same problem.

- Killeen, TX, USA

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problem #29

Nov 302013

G6

  • 131,650 miles
Fuel pump line cracked at pump had bad smell all the time and mileage was much lower so dropped fuel tank and noticed top of tank very wet and spotted leak at fuel outlet line, touched fitting and pulled off with very little effort.

- Union, MO, USA

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problem #28

Oct 312014

G6 6-cyl

  • 95,500 miles
Hairline crack discovered in fuel pump unit, causing fuel leak onto exhaust pipe, resulting in fire risk, especially in enclosed areas.

- Wichita, KS, USA

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problem #27

Oct 202014

G6 6-cyl

  • 49,262 miles
When vehicle was parked, raw fuel smell from rear of vehicle, took my insp mirror and found leak on the tank top.also fuel seeping down on the tank shield (bottom).GM dealer dropped tank and found fuel feed pipe cracked from fuel pump module.this line is plastic.

- Ogden, UT, USA

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problem #26

Oct 062014

G6

  • 140,000 miles

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

There was a smell of fuel from the vehicle. No appearing leek from under the hood. When parked, noticed a leek under the car.

- Sebastopol, CA, USA

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problem #25

Sep 012014

G6 6-cyl

  • 110,000 miles
Hey my car was leaking gas and after driving a ticking time bomb for two weeks actually learned what the issue was the gas cable connected to the fuel pump had a leak from wear and tear and gas was coming out. If someone threw anything lit behind my car it would have blown up this fuel pump issue should be a recall I was charged a hefty repair bill as well im really starting to regret this Pontiac G6 GT coupe the car itself should be recalled if it isnt the steering its something else.

- West Palm Beach, FL, USA

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problem #24

Sep 272014

G6 6-cyl

  • 22,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that fuel fumes entered the vehicle and fuel was discovered on the ground were the vehicle was parked. The dealer stated that the fuel pump was cracked and needed to be replaced. The failure was remedied. The manufacturer was informed of the failure, but no remedy was offered. The failure mileage was 22,000....updated 03-11-15

- Vista, CA, USA

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problem #23

Apr 012013

G6 4-cyl

  • miles
My car constantly smells of gas and is very hard to start. I can't park it in my garage because it makes my home smell like gas fumes. My check engine light is also on. I have changed the gas cap several times and this has not helped.

- Huntsville, AL, USA

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problem #22

Jul 012014

G6

  • 96,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that fuel fumes were emitted in and around the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the fuel tank was crack. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 96,000.

- Patterson, CA, USA

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problem #21

Apr 102013

G6

  • 110,000 miles
Driving 65-70 mph on highway while raining. Lost quite a bit of power and started to stahl. Message flashed across message screen stating "reduced engine power". had to pull of to emergency shoulder lane. Left car on the side of highway for a little over 24 hours. Came back next day and my car started right up with no problems. This happened 3 more times with the same outcome. Around 4 weeks ago, while driving on the highway, no rain this time, I heard the chime and message screen flashed "power steering." My power steering was immediately lost, I managed to merge over to left lane and into the emergency lane. While merging, the screen chimed once again but now displaying "reduced engine power". my car stalled and completely shut off. Once stopped, I pulled out key from ignition. Replaced key in efforts to restart my vehicle. The ignition would not turn over. My vehicle was completely dead at this point. Around 10 hours later, returned to vehicle on highway shoulder, car started right up on the first turn of key. This exact incident happened 4 days later with same outcome. Recently last week and this week, while starting my car, once I place my vehicle in reverse. My message screen will chime and display "power steering" and loose all steering capabilities. I can fix this myself by turning off the engine, removing key, wait about 30 seconds and try again resulting in normal use.

- Bethel , OH, USA

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problem #20

Dec 022013

G6

  • 52,585 miles
After returning from a short trip, I noticed the smell of gasoline around the car. After checking under neath the car. Gasoline seepage was observed on the side of the fuel tank. (not filler neck) after dropping the car off at the dealership were it was purchased, the faulty part was determined to be a fuel pump nipple was leaking.the fuel pump assembly was replaced for a mere $998.75. The fuel pump is located at the top of the tank and is totally protected and should not have failed. The car has only 52,000 miles on it.

- Rancho Cordova, CA, USA

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problem #19

Nov 152013

G6

  • 167,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that the vehicle began to emit a gasoline odor. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for inspection where the contact was advised that fuel was leaking near the manifold. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the incident. The approximate failure mileage was 167,000.

- West Sacramento, CA, USA

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problem #18

Nov 152013

G6

  • 175,000 miles
Fuel pump went out, these parts are supposed to last a lot longer than this. Fuel was leaking from the top right side of the gas tank. Took it to a mechanic and found it was a cheap plastic part on the fuel pump. Unfortunately the plastic part is part of the fuel pump assembly and a totally new fuel pump needed to be replaced. Mechanic reported that this is common with the G6 models.

- West Sacramento, CA, USA

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problem #17

Sep 062013

G6

  • 140,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that while sitting at a traffic light, she smelled gasoline. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they stated that there was a fuel leak and the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,000. The VIN was unavailable.

- Montgomery, AL, USA

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