The Worst 2005-2010 G6 Problems
G6 Brake Lights Possessed
For years Pontiac G6 owners have said their brake lights are possessed. As it turns out, they may be on to something.
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What's Wrong with the 1st Generation G6?
The 1st generation G6 started in 2005 and runs to 2010.
Its PainRank™ score of 33.49 ranks 27th out of 27 eligible generations in reliability. The score is based on relative complaint analysis of the 1395 owners complaints on CarComplaints.com. A majority of the complaints are about steering problems..
What Owners Complain About
Sometimes it helps just to tally up the complaints and see where the biggest stacks are. Use this information to learn about troublespots or to run for the hills.
Worst Issues
1st Generation G6 in the News
G6 Recalled for Broken Transmission Cable
It feels like any GM built in the last 10 years has been pulled back for some sort of repairs. That's especially true for certain Malibu, Malibu Maxx and Pontiac G6 cars that have now been recalled for the 2nd time this month.
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G6 Wiring Harness Recall
Back in June, 2013, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) opened an investigation into the possessed brakes of the Pontiac G6. Basically, the brake lights would come on when they shouldn't and not work when they should. … continue reading
By the Numbers
6 model years
Grouping all models by their year can reveal some baddies.
1,395 complaints
Running tally of owner grievances filed to CarComplaints.com.
27th in reliability
Overall reliability rank out of 27 eligible generations.