NHTSA — Steering Problems

2009 Pontiac G6 (Page 5 of 15)

CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2009 is starting to have the same problems as previous model years, including the headlights blowing out due to bad connectors.

The wiring harness connections aren't a big deal to replace, as long as your dealer or mechanic doesn't charge you an arm & a leg to "diagnose" the problem.

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
10 / 4
Injuries / Deaths:
8 / 0
Average Mileage:
100,364 miles

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2009 Pontiac G6 steering problems

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2009 Pontiac G6 Owner Comments (Page 5 of 15)

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problem #207

Feb 012019

G6

  • 110,000 miles

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

The contact owns a 2009 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that it took numerous attempts to start the vehicle. While driving various speeds, the power steering warning indicator illuminated and the wheels shook violently, which made the vehicle difficult to control. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing the same failure as listed in NHTSA campaign number: 14V153000 (steering). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was 110,000.

- Brighton, MI, USA

problem #206

Jan 292019

G6

  • 145,000 miles
My car is hard to turn it takes help of my little brother to turn the streeing wheel.I can drive over 30 miles per hour with out the steering wheel shanking. I went to two auto shop to have power steering fluid added and was to it was a recall in three power steering pump. I would like GM to replace my power streering pump so I can drive my can without the help of my brother because it is my only transportation.

- Milwaukee, WI, USA

problem #205

Jan 022018

G6

  • 122,786 miles
The contact owns a 2009 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that the steering wheel made a cracking sound when turned right or left. An independent mechanic stated that the U joint bearing may be the source of the failure. Penske Cadillac of South bay (18600 hawthorne blvd, torrance, ca 90504, (877) 591-3502) stated that they would not cover the repairs since the vehicle was not included in a recall. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 122,786.

- Gardena, CA, USA

problem #204

Jan 272019

G6

  • 98,580 miles

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

I have had issues in the past regarding electrical malfunctions with this car. My right headlight continues to go out even with me having it replaced time after time. I have taken my car in for diagnostics tests for maintenance of the car and they have come back saying the car is fine. Although when I go to drive it, somehow a light comes on. Examples include('ESC system off' lights, 'service traction' lights, 'tc' off. The main issue that I am reporting just occurred two days ago. I was driving out of the walmart parking lot onto the main road and the light on my car appeared 'power steering off service ESC' my steering wheel then stiffened up as I was turning onto the main road. There was a car turning right infront of me that I almost hit, because I lost control of my steering wheel. I then took my car into an auto repair shop where they informed me that this was something they could not fix because they don't have the parts and I would have to take it into a Pontiac or a Chevy dealership. This problem with the power steering being electrical is not safe and a recall needs to be done on this model as well. I use my car to commute to school and work everyday and this problem poses as not only a safety risk but a inconvenience to my everyday life. I would like something to be done about this issue. I have been researching this problem with Pontiac and I have noticed it's a reoccurring issue, these cars should not be sold to customers with all of these electrical problems that continue to happen. I have to now pay out of pocket to not only have this car fixed but also for a rental car in the mean time. This is not fair for me as a customer of Pontiac and I would like action to be taken. Thank you.

- Germantown, MD, USA

problem #203

Jan 072019

G6

  • miles
Steering pump stoped working on this model when diving

- Elpaso, TX, USA

problem #202

Jan 082019

G6

  • 124,119 miles
The contact owns a 2009 Pontiac G6. When the vehicle was started, the power steering and check engine indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who informed the contact to call the dealer. The contact called davidson Chevrolet Buick GMC of rome at 315-337-2440 (located at 5871 rome-taberg rd, rome, NY 13440) and was referred to the manufacturer. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 124,119.

- Baldwinsville, NY, USA

problem #201

Jan 142019

G6

  • 166,593 miles

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

Steering locks up while driving every other day so I avoid the highway in fear of having an accident with my children if this was to happen. Very hard to control / steer the vehicle when this happened. Have to turn the car off and then start the car again to unlock the steering. Now a warning chime constantly beeps while driving and only stops then the vehicle comes to a complete stop.

- Miami, FL, USA

problem #200

Jan 032019

G6

  • 166,000 miles
Steering pump continued problems. Wasn't made aware as an owner that there was special coverage to replace these at manufacturers expense. It cause the modular to make it not respond to steering. As a customer we have fixed it twice because we didn't know about the problem that the car had steering. Disappointed because we were not made aware of that as owners like you do with your recalls. The dealership says it will be my expense @ 900$. that steering coverage for the ran out at 150,000 miles. It's not safe to drive. And can't afford another 900 to fix. Bad customer service on something that's safety. It broke again while transporting my grandchildren. Again, this coverage to fix it was not brought to our attention until coverage ran out at 150,000 miles. You fixed the other 4 manufacturers recalls, and more importantly made the consumer aware, except with this steering safety (coverage). It put my family at huge safety risk. Completely disappointed that you're not fixing it. Disappointed that you didn't send any notice of the safety recall or coverage (your words) before now or ever, we had to get it from the tech at the dealership. So I pick up a car and drive it home that has not been fixed and is unsafe because I can't afford $900 and your company will not cover it! so thank you for your service to a lifelong Chevy customer..

- Plattsmouth, NE, USA

problem #199

Aug 172017

G6

  • 100,000 miles
Takata recall shortly after I bought my 2009 Pontiac G6 the words power steering in my car pops up on my dash which locks up my steering wheel as I'm driving there has been multiple times I've almost got in to accident luckily I new a little bit about computers and I found a way to drive it even with that bad malfunction which I'll have to turn my engine off reposition my steering wheel and turn it back on I call it reset basically this kinda tells the computer in the car that it's nothing wrong with the power steering and once I took it to get check out they said that it was fine that I should be ok well that was a lie I know I'm not the only one having this problem with my Pontiac G6 2009 I am very concerned about my safety and my children safety I feel like this is a huge problem and if this doesn't get looked into somebody is going to get hurt real bad especially on the highway I stop driving my vehicle on the highway because I never know when the word power steering will pop up on my dash and I cant turn my steering wheel barely

- Lakestation, IN, USA

problem #198

Dec 252018

G6

  • 166,000 miles
Whenever the vehicle is stationary or even in motion at low speeds, the steering locks up. The vehicle has to be turned off then back on in order for the steering to be released. There has been recalls on the same model and year vehicle as mines, but my vehicle by VIN has not been affected by the recall. This is extremely dangerous and GM should recall all vehicles to have this issue resolved. My fiancee and children were in the car as she was backing up when the steering locked up. Another time she was turning the corner when the steering locked up. Please look into this because we can not afford the repairs and can not afford another vehicle.

- Miami, FL, USA

problem #197

Dec 202018

G6

  • 65,000 miles

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

When driving power steering gave out while driving on a city street. Turn vehicle off and restart and works again. Took to dealer twice for this issue. First time said it was a recall now saying not recall but is same issue.

- Dubuque, IA, USA

problem #196

Oct 292018

G6

  • 110,000 miles
Electronic power steering assist stopped working while I was driving down the highway almost causing me to wreck I pulled over and shut the car off and restarted car and steering assist turned back on it also happened to my wife in the same way

- Crawfordsville, IN, USA

problem #195

Nov 262018

G6

  • 145,000 miles
"takata recall" while driving power steering went out, on the interstate couldn't change lanes properly. Had to pull over in heavy traffic terrified. Need to know if this part is being recall.blessed too be alive.

- Andalusia, AL, USA

problem #194

Dec 112018

G6

  • 158,000 miles
Power steering goes out a few minutes upon driving and the wheel becomes hard to turn. Sometimes it will return for a brief moment when starting the car. Also the window washer pump is faulty causing no fluid to come out when pressed, which could lead to visibility problems in winter with all the sand and salt on the roads

- Waterville, MN, USA

problem #193

Dec 112018

G6

  • 202,000 miles
While driving the steering wheel will lock up and the power steering notification will appear. If I turn the car off then back on, the steering wheel will unlock. This issue has occurred when the vehicle became stationary and in turning the wheel to turn and in driving. It has happened every where but the freeway/ highway.

- Stockbridge, GA, USA

problem #192

Dec 102018

G6

  • miles
Takata recall. My Pontiac G6 2009 has a power steering recall but they wont fix it because it doesnt come in as a recall when they type in my VIN but iv read about the recall, every time it gets cold my power steering goes out, doesnt matter if im on the expressway or just started my car it randomly will go out, I have a electric motor so I know im not just out of fluid, it doesnt happen in the summer time only winter when it gets cold. What do I do? I dont have the money to fix it and I feel it is wrong that the recall is there but they wont fix it just because my VIN number does not match the recall.

- Commerce Twp, MI, USA

problem #191

Nov 232018

G6

  • miles
As I was driving down a residental street, the steering wheel locked up & a notification came across my dashboard advising me "power steering". I was forced to pull over & was unsure what to do. I turned my car off & back on, but the power steering was still out. I turned my car off & on again, this time turning the wheel as I turned the key, & it went back to normal. Within a few minutes of me starting to drive, the wheel locked up again.

- Plano, TX, USA

problem #190

Nov 092018

G6

  • 135,000 miles
The contact owns a 2009 Pontiac G6. While driving 25 mph, the steering wheel seized without warning. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic where it is was diagnosed that the power steering assist motor failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer (pine belt Chevrolet, 7300 us-98, hattiesburg, ms 39402, (601)-264-8500) was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included in a recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 135,000.

- Hattiesburg, MS, USA

problem #189

Nov 102018

G6

  • 151,320 miles
"takata recall" power steering sudden loss of power. As I was driving my power steering light came on and my steering wheel locked up. Took all my power to turn the wheel to get off the road. I noticed that after waiting a while the power steering was able to move freely. Not safe to drive and have the problem happen at any given time could result in a crash.

- Warrensburg, MO, USA

problem #188

Nov 072018

G6

  • 105,000 miles
I have 2009 Pontiac G6 and while I was driving multiple times my steering locked up and I had to turn off the car and restart it for the steering to unlock. This put my life at risk especially since I was almost in a accident after this happened

- Pueblo, CO, USA

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