NHTSA — Exterior Lighting Problems

2006 Pontiac G6 (Page 5 of 8)

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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.

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
73,935 miles

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2006 Pontiac G6 Owner Comments (Page 5 of 8)

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problem #72

Jul 032013

G6 6-cyl

  • 92,000 miles

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

The brake lights on my car turn off when I am stopped and then randomly illuminate when I am driving or parked..

- Shreveport , LA, USA

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problem #71

Jul 022013

G6 4-cyl

  • 116,000 miles
The brake lights illuminates when pedal is not engaged, and goes out briefly when engaged. I became aware of this situation when in for inspection the car failed for the center mount stop light was not working due to burned and melted bulbs and holders. Upon being told I needed to replace the whole unit, I took upon myself to get the aftermarket bulb holder and fix myself. Upon completion it became know as to the lights brake light turning on when pedal is not engaged. Changed brake switch, problem still continued. Seek info on internet and came upon former recall, and recent complaints. Called GM dealer and was informed there is nothing they can do to fix the problem. This is a safety issue and reason for bulb holders melting is from heat from being on all the time.

- West Homestead, PA, USA

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problem #70

Jan 012009

G6

  • 60,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that while driving 25 mph, the brake lights illuminated independently. The contact depressed the accelerator and the brake lights illuminated. The brake lights failed when the brake pedal was depressed. In addition, the cruise control was inoperable. The vehicle was to the dealer, who stated that the body control module failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure was not reported to the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 60,000. The current mileage was 92,000.

- Charlevoix, MI, USA

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problem #69

Oct 012011

G6 4-cyl

  • 57,000 miles

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

The mileage is a rough estimate because I don't remember exactly what it was but this all started in the fall of 2011. My brake lights are working in reverse. When the brake pedal is pressed my lights go off and when I'm not pushing the brake pedal the lights are on. The dealership did the recommended service by putting the lubricant on the brake module. It worked fine for about 4 months by then my car was no longer under warranty so I was not going to pay the dealership to do the service. My dad replaced the whole module and again it worked fine for another 6 months. When it happened again my dad put lubricant on it again, worked fine up till this past May. My dad is going to take a look at it again. I'm scared to drive in this car for fear of being rear ended due the lights no working.

- Fombell, PA, USA

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problem #68

Jun 172009

G6

  • 24,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that while the brake lamps failed to illuminate when the brake pedal was being depressed. The lamps would illuminate when the brake pedal was not being depressed. In addition, the cruise control would not engage and when shifting out of park, extreme force had to be applied to the brakes. The vehicle was taken to dealer for diagnosis and a wiring harness for the cruise control was replaced. The bulbs were also replaced however, the failure recurred. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 09V036000 (exterior lighting) but did not confirm if the vehicle was included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 24,000 and the current mileage was 90,000.

- Augusta, GA, USA

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problem #67

Oct 302012

G6 6-cyl

  • 70,000 miles
I was attending my aunts funeral in hackensack, NJ. I reside in Maryland, so its about a 5 hour drive for me. Half way there, my sister called me and asked why was I riding my brakes. I told her, I was not riding my breaks. She informs me that my brake lights flash all the time. I could not believe her. Coming home from the funeral, we witnessed the same thing. Then several days later, I could not get the car out of park. I had to sit at foodlion for about twenty minutes, before I was able to get the car in gear. I called GM 800-620-7668 and tried to issue a complaint. I was told there was no recall. But I happen to see this issue all over the internet. My issue is still occurring, again I called GM and I was brushed off. I feel this issue should be corrected by GM and not my bank account.

- Berlin, MD, USA

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problem #66

May 172009

G6 6-cyl

  • 80,000 miles

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

The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that the brake lights would not illuminate when the brakes were depressed. The brake lights would illuminate however when the brakes were not being applied. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 09V036000 (exterior lighting) but was advised by the manufacturer that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where the brake switch was replaced. The failure continued. The vehicle was not further repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

- Plymouth, MA, USA

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problem #65

Oct 242009

G6 6-cyl

  • 20,279 miles
Cruise control would not work. Also discovered that the brake light would not work at times. I took it to the dealer for service. He said that the brake pedal sensor needed recalibrated. This fixed the problem for about 6 months. Since then I have had the sensor replaced (3) times.

- Danville, IL, USA

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problem #64

Nov 142012

G6

  • 170,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that while parked, he noticed that the brake lights would not illuminate when engaging the brakes. In addition, the brake lights illuminated independently without pressure being applied to the brakes. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer but was not repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number 09V036000 (exterior lighting), however the contact's VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000.

- Glen, MS, USA

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problem #63

Mar 132013

G6 4-cyl

  • 144,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 mph, the brake lamps illuminated when the brake pedal was not being depressed. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was diagnosed that a dielectric lubricant needed to be applied to the connector to prevent corrosion. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 09V036000 (exterior lighting). The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 144,000 and the current mileage was 145,000.

- Kile , TX, USA

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problem #62

Mar 132013

G6

  • miles

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

Passenger side low beam of my 2006 Pontiac G6 kept going out. Even after changing the entire headlight on multiple occasions. Once the wires on the back of the connector were in a certain position the lights would come on only to go right back off.

- Westfield, PA, USA

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problem #61

Dec 082010

G6 6-cyl

  • 30,000 miles
I am so frustrated with this car. There was a recall for the same year model my car is for the exact same issues I'm having (recall #80317 summary: GM is recalling 8,012 my 2005-2006 Pontiac G6 vehicles. The brake lamps may not operate properly because of corrosion in a wiring connector. Corrosion in the connector could cause the brake lamps to illuminate when the brake pedal has not been depressed, or the lamps may not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed. In addition, the cruise control may not engage, and greater brake pedal force may be required to shift the vehicle out of park. Consequence: Brake lamps that are not operating properly may not warn a driver in a following vehicle of the braking status and could lead to a crash without prior warning.) and I have been trying to get it fixed for almost 3 years now and no one will help me. I take it to the dealership and they inform me that my VIN is not part of the recall and send me on my merry way with no help or other solutions but I'm having the exact same problems and I'm to the point where I'm scared to even drive the thing and this is my only way of transportation. Mine is the 2006 2 door GT I'm not sure which models were involved in the original recall but this one needs to be looked into as well. Every vehicle I have owned has been a GM and I've never had any problems until this one and it has really put a bad taste in my mouth. If I could get rid of it right now I would.

- Grovetown, GA, USA

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problem #60

Aug 042012

G6 4-cyl

  • 104,000 miles
The brake lights come on without the brake pedal being depressed, then go off when pedal is pressed. Also difficulty shifting vehicle out of park.

- North Dighton, MA, USA

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problem #59

Oct 012012

G6 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 63,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that the tail lights illuminated without depressing the brakes. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they were unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 63,000. The current mileage was approximately 67,000. Updated 04/30/13

- Brooklyn, NY, USA

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problem #58

Dec 072012

G6 6-cyl

  • 10,000 miles
When I am driving my vehicle, the brake lights are on as if I am pressing the brake. However when I press the brakes to slow down or stop, the brake lights turn off. When I start my vehicle and the vehicle is in park, the brake lights of my car are on as if I've pressing the brakes. However, again once I actually do press down the brake pedal, they turn off. So my brakes are on when I'm not pressing the brake pedal at all, and are off when I am pressing the brake pedal.

- Flint, MI, USA

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problem #57

Jul 012012

G6

  • 86,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that while traveling 65 mph, the brake lights erroneously illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was determined that the wiring harness needed to be lubricated. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The technician also informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 09V036000 (exterior lighting). The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 86,000.

- Heyworth, IL, USA

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problem #56

Aug 012012

G6

  • 107,000 miles
I noticed my brake lights were on when I wasnt using the brakes and went off when I pressed the brake pedal and sometimes the brake lights just flash on and off when the brakes aren't being used. This has been an ongoing, very frustrating, not to mention dangerous problem, especially at night! I contacted the manufacturer and since my vehicle wasn't made at a particular location, it didn't fall under a recall they had previously issued for this very same problem and refused to try to fix the issue. Please have this car manufacturer extend the recall to all 2006 Pontiac G6 vehicles.

- Drummonds, TN, USA

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problem #55

Feb 062013

G6 6-cyl

  • 106,990 miles
As many owners of this vehicle are experiencing..trouble getting the vehicle in gear from park, have to step on the brakes to the floor. Brake lights work in the reverse direction and 3rd brake light stays on when foot is not on the brakes..help please..this is a matter of safety and may cause injury or death..my VIN number was not listed on the GM recall. My VIN number was about 1,000 cars after the recall.I am going to a GM dealer and I have been told a new brake pedal comes with the brake sensor..I do not want to throw a ton of money not knowing the exact problem.

- Essex, MD, USA

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problem #54

Oct 022012

G6 4-cyl

  • 73,000 miles
Drivers headlight went out. Replaced bulb. 3 days later bulb out again. Took back got new bulb. 3 weeks later pass headlight went out. Took for replacement bulb. 1 week later bulb on passenger went out again. Got another replacement. 2 weeks later, drivers side went out again then came back on next day. Took to mechanic who said there are major problems with the wiring harness on these cars. Take to a GM dealer. I now have no head lights at all and GM will not back the issue saying it is not a "safety issue". how can no headlights not be a safety issue. What if they go out while you are driving at night? I have read on GM forums there is a known issue with this vehicle. The wiring harness is faulty and the headlight connector melts.

- Muncie, IN, USA

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problem #53

Jan 082012

G6

  • 205,302 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that whenever the brakes were depressed, the brake lights would not illuminate and whenever the brake pedal was not being depressed, the brake lights would illuminate due to corrosion of the wiring connector. In addition, the vehicle speed control would not engage due to the corrosion. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who advised that there was a recall for the failure under NHTSA campaign id number: 09V036000 (exterior lighting: Brake lights) however, his VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 205,302.

- Cusseta, GA, USA

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