2004 Pontiac G6
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 1 |
| 2004 | 2 |
| 2005 | 679 |
| 2006 | 1909 |
| 2007 | 1231 |
| 2008 | 1077 |
| 2009 | 710 |
| 2010 | 272 |
| 2014 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 2 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 PONTIAC G6. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED TWICE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140811
1 of 2 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.
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WE HAVE A PONTIAC G6 WHERE THE TRUNK BRAKE LIGHT REMAINS ON AND WILL NOT SHUT OFF. I HAVE PULLED THE WIRE CONNECTOR APART TO SHUT OFF LIGHT. IT APPEARS THIS IS COMMON ON ALL PONTIAC G6. *TR CARS. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20130312
1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system.
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WE HAVE A PONTIAC G6 WHERE THE TRUNK BRAKE LIGHT REMAINS ON AND WILL NOT SHUT OFF. I HAVE PULLED THE WIRE CONNECTOR APART TO SHUT OFF LIGHT. IT APPEARS THIS IS COMMON ON ALL PONTIAC G6. *TR CARS. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20130312
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2004 Pontiac G6 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2004 Pontiac G6 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Pontiac G6?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2004 Pontiac G6 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.