NHTSA — Steering Problems

2009 Pontiac G6 (Page 6 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:
101,114 miles

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2009 Pontiac G6 steering problems

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2009 Pontiac G6 Owner Comments (Page 6 of 15)

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problem #183

Apr 252018

G6

  • 170,000 miles

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

Ive had alignments done but the car still pulls to one side. Does not drive straight or align with steering wheel. To drive straight my steering wheel must be turned to the right. It always pulls to one side and sometimes it will even jerk while driving. Passenger airbag will be off when passenger is in seat, and then sometimes will be on when noone is in the seat. The vehicle hydroplanes veey easily even with new tires on.

- Garfield Heights, OH, USA

problem #182

Apr 122018

G6 4-cyl

  • 163,000 miles
The contact owns a 2009 Pontiac G6. While making a right turn, the power steering seized. The contact stated that the power steering returned after driving straight for approximately one mile. The contact stated that the power steering seized intermittently. The dealer (autonation GMC mendenhall, 2621 S mendenhall rd, memphis tn 38115) diagnosed that the torque sensor needed to be replaced. The dealer also stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 14V153000 (steering). The manufacturer was contacted and unable to assist. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 163,000.

- Corinth, MS, USA

problem #181

Mar 132018

G6

  • 156,000 miles
The contact owns a 2009 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that the vehicle veered to the left, the steering wheel seized, and the eps warning indicator illuminated. The contact had to manually restart the vehicle to get it to operate. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 156,000.

- Detroit, MI, USA

problem #180

Apr 122018

G6

  • 55,000 miles

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

My steering wheel keeps locking up while I am driving. Its been doing this but if I turn the car off and back on it will start back working. Now its locking up about every 5-10 min. My air bags light keeps coming on. My windows do not work and all of my car lights keep burning out

- Belden, MS, USA

problem #179

Mar 152018

G6

  • miles
Power steering goes out while driving

- Sun Prairie, WI, USA

problem #178

Mar 262018

G6

  • 245,000 miles
I own a 2009 Pontiac G6. Well, the door says it's a 2009, but when I enter the VIN it comes back as a 2010. I have researched and found that my car was not included in the GM recall for the torque sensor assembly, which I find absurd. The power steering in my car keeps going out while I'm driving. I have almost crashed a number of times. This is a seriously dangerous defect. All the research I have done says GM is aware that this problem is affecting 2010's as well, yet they're not included in the recall. That is not fair. Why should I have to pay to fix a problem that is a recall on my GM vehicle, my vehicle just isn't included because my car was manufactured at the end of 2009, so it's considered a 2010. That is not fair. This problem is affecting hundreds of thousands of GM vehicles. They need to expand the recall to include 2010. This isn't some silly little thing that shouldn't be worried about. This is my steering. I could crash and die because they won't expand the recall. I really hope this is seen and something is done about this. I'm not the only one who is frustrated beyond words. It shouldn't be my responsibility. GM messed up and should fix their problems in their vehicles. They should stand by their vehicles.

- Athol, MA, USA

problem #177

Mar 172018

G6

  • 220,000 miles

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

Power steering fails at random times. Failure may occur while vehicle is parked or at any time vehicle is in motion at any speed. If ignition is turned off and then turned on this sometimes clears the problem and power steering works. This problem usually occurs 3 or 4 times in the first 15 minutes of travel. Failure occurs every time vehicle is used. This problem has existed for the last two years.

- Capac, MI, USA

problem #176

Mar 032018

G6

  • 196,000 miles
Dear NHTSA; I own a 2009 Pontiac G6 that within the last week incurred a power steering failure. Recall research shows that on March 2014 the NHTSA required GM to issue a recall for this exact problem, however, it only covered the G6 models up to the year 2009, which my car was not included. The service advisor at the dealership acknowledged that the "problem" was very similar to the steering problem for earlier models that are subject to the recall. However, since the 2009 model year was not included in the NHTSA recall, the cost to repair the problem falls to the consumer and is estimated to be in the $1,800 to $2,000 range. This is clearly a safety issue and mirrors the same characteristic's as earlier models included in the recall. I have contacted GM regarding this matter and have been assured that a local customer service representative will be contacting me within 48 hours. While I appreciate GM's willingness to "consider" the matter, I urge the NHTSA to re-visit the model years subject to the recall. The consumer should not be burdened with the cost of repairing what is obviously a design defect. Further and more importantly is safety for the passengers and other drivers on the road.

- Greenfield, IN, USA

problem #175

Jul 282012

G6

  • 57,900 miles
The contact owns a 2009 Pontiac G6. When the vehicle was placed in drive, the steering wheel locked without warning. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to preston Chevrolet (13600 w center St, burton, oh 44021) where it was diagnosed that the torque sensor needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The vehicle was repaired and, after a couple of months, the power steering indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the same dealer and the technician replaced the torque sensor without charge. The failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the same dealer and the technician diagnosed that the power steering shaft needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and provided a case number. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 57,900.

- Garrettsville, OH, USA

problem #174

Feb 032018

G6 4-cyl

  • 217,000 miles
Recall numbers: 14E044000 and 14V153000 relate directly to issues I am having with my vehicle. I was told my VIN was not identified as being a problem vehicle, but I feel like it is too much of a coincidence that I am having the exact same issues that are described in each recall. Please contact me at [xxx] for follow-up... 1) power steering message pops up on radio when stationary and I can not turn my wheel..when I turn my car off and turn it back on the message goes away and I can turn my wheel - steering rack problem identified information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Jackson, MI, USA

problem #173

Feb 012018

G6

  • miles

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

Electronic steering shuts off while driving making steering impossible. If you shut the car off and restart the problem goes away. It does not show a service engine light when this happens. It's happened four times now, the last time it forced me to stop in the middle of the highway during high traffic. There is an open recall for this issue however, the dealer will not repair it. He said it has too many miles on it. It will be up to me to take care of the repair which will cost over $1500

- Goshen, IN, USA

problem #172

Feb 132018

G6

  • 138,000 miles
Since 2014, I have had an intermittent power steering loss issue. I have video evidence, which includes the mileage as well as the error message on the display and warning lights. The display will say service was service traction power steering. Historically, the problem has only occurred while stopped, many times when the car is first turned on. The error usually clears after turning the car off and restarting. Today, it happened on the highway going 70mph. I have brought my car to GM dealerships in the past, but they could not recreate the problem. They will not use my video to help them diagnose. I was told the computer isn't storing a code so they can't do anything. After contacting GM again today, I was told there is a fix, but only if the dealership can diagnose. I'm frustrated. I have more than done my part. I have a baby that I put at risk everytime I put her in the car. Why is there no recall" why can't they use my videos, yes multiple videos from different days, when they can't recreate the problem? I do not have video from today because I was going highway speed. There are so many complaints about the issue. Do people need to die for them to do something"

- Wethersfield, CT, USA

problem #171

Jan 032018

G6

  • 155,867 miles
The steering failed 2 or so years ago, they replaced the motor and sensor under a service order from GM #15356 so they new there was a problem and did not want to get recalls involved. They gave a warranty to 150,000 miles the car has 155867 miles on it and they are saying sorry its not our problem, (#8-3849375898 current GM case #) even with all steering assist gone.

- Whitmore Lake, MI, USA

problem #170

Jan 162018

G6

  • 84,000 miles
The contact owns a 2009 Pontiac G6. While driving various speeds, the steering wheel seized and the power steering and engine warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was able to coast to the side of the road and the contact turned off the vehicle. After a few minutes, the contact restarted the vehicle and was able to drive; however, the failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a recall. The approximate failure mileage was 84,000.

- Harahan, LA, USA

problem #169

Jan 152018

G6

  • 187,017 miles
Hi I have a problem I have a recall and the recall number is N140115 and it was for my power steering I have called Pontiac and if told me it was just a special coverage with a limited warranty and I don't understand how that cannot be a recall and I feel like I should not have to pay for it, I almost crashed going into work because it went out on me, I get in my car turn it on and start driving down the street about half way to work and I go to turn and it got real hard and almost went into a ditch trying to turn, this is not safe and I need to get to work, I have tried talking to GM and Pontiac but they would not help, it says recall not "special coverage"

- Kimball Township, MI, USA

problem #168

Dec 312017

G6

  • 125,000 miles
The contact owns a 2009 Pontiac G6. While driving at unknown speeds, the power steering failed without warning and was difficult to maneuver. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.

- Lake City, AR, USA

problem #167

Dec 042017

G6

  • 134,000 miles
Power steering is lost while driving and locked up at start of car. The wheel violently shakes while driving the car as well.

- Schererville, IN, USA

problem #166

Dec 082017

G6

  • 140,000 miles
Takata recall while I am driving my 2009 Pontiac G6 it will randomly ding at me saying power steering and my steering wheel locks up. I was turning across a major highway and the power steering shut off and I almost had a wreck. I never know when it is going to do it and it is very dangerous. The only way for the power steering to work again you have to turn the car off and back on.

- Mount Pleasant, TX, USA

problem #165

Dec 052017

G6

  • 102,000 miles
When I start the car, occasionally the steering light will display and the steering wheel is locked. I turn the car off and start it again and then there is no problem. This does not happen every time I start it but it is a concern and there are some recalls concerning steering but I do not find my car listed.

- Clinton, IA, USA

problem #164

Nov 152017

G6

  • 108,321 miles
Power steering light on wheel won't turn and electrical sparking sounds coming from the steering wheel. Steering wheel shakes and clicks when car not in motion.

- Indianapolis, IN, USA

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