Last night on two occasions my power steering stopped working and the lights on my dashboard went off as well as my headlights. The power steering warning light and battery light came on. Once while pulling into a parking spot I almost hit another vehicle and then again while pulling onto on coming traffic. My car wouldn't turn and there was a bus coming my direction. I could have easily gotten into a serious accident. This problem is very dangerous and scary. I will not be able to drive my car until this problem is solved. Please help!

- Kansas City, MO, USA

The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that the brake warning light was illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop where the mechanic replaced the brake stop switch, cruise control switch and the turn signal switch. Also, the connectors were cleaned and the failure was resolved. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and the contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 09V036000 (exterior lighting:brake lights); however the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was 87,000. The current mileage was 90,288.

- Vestaburg, PA, USA

The first instance that I was made aware of this issue was when a police officer pulled me over to question the brake lights issue of them not coming on while I was stopped. It appeared that they were just not working, however the issue initially went away and I was not made aware of the brake lights working intermittently for a year after that. Occasionally other drivers have signaled that there is something amiss with the brake lights. However, it appears that now that the car is at 100,000+ miles, the issue with the brake lights is now constant. The issue does not disappear and reappear. We have now had another driver follow the car to test the brake lights, and it is exactly that the lights are on continuously while driving and occasionally turn off and then when the brakes are pressed, the lights turn off, and so on. It appears that the contact is incorrect between the brake pedal and the brake lighting. It appears that the exact issue that I am experiencing is described by: NHTSA campaign id number: 09V036000 however, my car's VIN is not included in the stated impacted population, however the manufacturer does state that the issue could afflict more cars, but that the primary period in which this manufacturing issue occurred was addressed. I would argue that point as it appears that this car is impacted by this without any recourse.

- Philadelphia, PA, USA

The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph, the rear brake light illuminated without the brake pedal being engaged. The contact was alerted by another driver of the malfunction. In addition, there were several attempts made before the gear selector would shift out of park, which occurred only when the rear brake light was illuminated. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number 09V036000 (exterior lighting:brake lights) however the contact's VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 104,000.

- Saginaw, MI, USA

The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 mph, the rear brake lights would illuminate even though the brakes were not engaged. A driver in another vehicle alerted her of the problem. In addition, the brake lights would not illuminate when the brake pedal was depressed. The failure occurred whenever the vehicle was in operation. There was a recall under NHTSA campaign id number 09V036000 (exterior lighting: Brake lights); however the VIN was not included. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the malfunction. The approximate failure mileage was 83,000.

- Fergus Falls, MN, USA

The passenger headlight seems to have a short or faulty wiring. The bulb was replaced and blew out two days later. Then the light socket was replaced and in the process of replacing it, my mechanic tested the wires and realized that there is no power getting to the wires.

- Pinconning, MI, USA

I took my 2006 Pontiac G6 to my mechanic for brake light problems and he sent me to a dealer telling me that the problem was a recall. The dealer told me that my car was not included in the recall. What? it's the correct car, correct year and the exact problem stated in the recall. Dealer charged me $285 to fix the problem but not before they tried to get me to purchase new brakes and tires for $2400. Why was my car excluded from the recalldoesn't make sense. I phoned GM and they twice called the dealer who in their words would not cooperate. No explanation for GM or dealer made any sense to me. Here is the recall: NHTSA campaign id number: 09V036000 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. Remedy: Dealers will apply a dielectric lubricant to the connector to prevent corrosion. This service will be performed for you free of charge. The recall began on February 17, 2009. Owners may contact Pontiac at 1- 800-620-7668 or owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.

- Barre, MA, USA

The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. The contact was driving approximately 45 mph, a driver in another vehicle alerted her that the brakes lights were inoperable. There was a recall related to the defect under NHTSA campaign id number 09V036000 (exterior lighting; brake lights); however the VIN was ineligible. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 101,000.

- Woodbridge, VA, USA

The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. The contact was driving 55 mph when the rear brake light illuminated without the brakes being depressed. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to a private dealer where the contact was advised that the dialect lubricant needed to be replaced on the connector. The manufacturer was contacted advised the contact that the VIN failed to qualify for repairs under NHTSA campaign id number: 09V036000 (exterior lighting:brake lights). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 43,400 and the current mileage was 44,118.

- Newport, KY, USA

Brake lights staying on while engine on, lights turn off while braking. Cruise control disengages, have had brake switch, sensors, computer calibrated, lubricant applied, battery replaced and still no fix. 4 years of mechanic bills, and still no permanent solution!!! now they want to charge me 1000 for a BCM...GM needs to fix this issue!!! I have a small child and am afraid to drive with him!!!! such a shame that they are letting owners suffer with this and not correct it!!! I have been robbed!!!

- Hillsboro, OH, USA

The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that the brake lights would illuminate while driving. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign I.D. number 09V036000 (exterior lighting:brake lights) and called the manufacturer. The manufacturer informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN number. The failure mileage was 103,000.

- Fresno , CA, USA

The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that the third brake light would remain illuminated despite if the vehicle was turned on or off. The contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic and was advised of a recall under NHTSA campaign id number: 09V03600 (exterior lighting: Brake lights). The contact spoke with the manufacturer and was advised that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unavailable and the current mileage was 84,000. Updated 02/27/12 the consumer has since unplugged the light to stop it from draining the battery. Updated 02/28/12

- Colgate, WI, USA

The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. While stopped and applying the brakes, the contact was made aware by other motorist that the brake light would not illuminate. In addition, the brake lights would erroneously illuminate when the brake pedal was not being depressed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostics where the technician advised that the body control module connector would have to be replaced. The failure continued after repairs. The body control module was replaced three different times. The approximate failure mileage was 30,000.

- Caledonia, MI, USA

The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that the exterior brake light experienced failures in which the illumination was either far brighter than normal or much duller. In addition, when the brake lights were illuminated, the contact was unable to utilize the cruise control. The dealer was notified of the failure who advised that there was a recall under NHTSA campaign id number: 09V036000 (exterior lighting: Brake lights) but the vehicle was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 109,000.

- Desoto, WI, USA

The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, the brake lights would illuminate without depressing the brake pedal. In addition, the brake lights would not illuminate when the brake pedal was depressed. Also, the cruise control would not engage when the contact attempted to activate that feature. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostics, where the technician stated that the wiring connector corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic for repairs. There was a recall under NHTSA campaign id number 09V036000 (exterior lighting:brake lights) that may be related to the failure. The dealer stated that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.

- Putnam, CT, USA

The brake lights on the vehicle come on randomly while driving. This causes the lights to be inoperable while depressing the brake pedal. I have been in several close calls for rear end accidents. Stopped by the police on 2 separate occasions. Also this is the exact problem that GM has in the 2005-06 Pontiac G6 brake light recall notice. I have had the vehicle serviced under recall 2 times now. The fix lasts approximately 3 to 4 months, then the exact same, extremely dangerous, brake light and cruise control issue returns. When the problem occurs the cruise control disengages at random also. This has caused many nerve racking situations when cruise control disengages in traffic while traveling up a hill. GM's fix of applying dielectric grease to the connector is a band aid type fix and is not a remedy for this extremely dangerous recall issue. The newer model G6 vehicles do not have this issue, making it obvious that GM saw a need to fix the problem in house. This problem has been occurring for 4 years at minimum. The car currently has 89K miles and I am the original owner since new. I keep the car in immaculate mechanical condition. This defect needs to be fixed in the correct manner before somebody loses a life.

- Allen, MI, USA

Intermittent brake lights. Unpredictable. Almost rear-ended. This is a known defect but not subject to recall due to my VIN. I understand this is a common problem for this car. Very dangerous. I should have been notified by GM as to this serious problem. Further, GM should issue a recall for all vehicles with this problem, not just a select few. How could this have been overlooked or ignored"?" all owners should be notified of this problem immediately. This has been given NHTSA # 09V036000. Tsb sb-08-05-22-009A.

- Amherst, OH, USA

The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that when braking, the brake lights would not illuminate and would sporadically illuminate when the brakes were not depressed at all or flicker on and off sporadically. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 09V036000 (exterior lighting:brake lights) but was advised by the manufacturer that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 76,000 and the current mileage was 104,000.

- South Lyon, MI, USA

The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that the rear brake lights were illuminated when the brake pedal was not depressed. When the brakes were depressed, the rear brake lights would not illuminate. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 09V036000 (exterior lighting:brake lights). The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dealer repaired the failure however, the failure recurred and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer but was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The current mileage was 79,700 and the approximate failure mileage was 40,000.

- Iowa City, IA, USA

The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6 GT. The contact stated that while driving various speeds the brake lights would illuminate; however, when the brakes were applied the lights would not illuminate. The vehicle was not inspected by a dealer nor had it been repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and advised him that there were no recalls on his vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 51,000. The VIN was unavailable.

- Davenport, IA, USA