2010 Pontiac G6 — Model Year Report: verdict, complaints & recalls

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

2010: 272 complaints

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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

STEERING 63%

63% of complaints: steering — 172 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY

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The contact owns a 2010 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost electric power steering assist. The electronic stability control (ESC) and traction control warning lights were illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260428

The same issue that was recalled on every Aura from 2004-2007 Malibu 2004-2009 G6 2005-2009 Sudden loss of electric power steering randomly locks up when I'm driving.g.almost caused me to crash a total of 7 times with children in the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260408

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 22%

22% of complaints: electrical system — 60 distinct reports on file.

FIRE

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I BOUGHT THIS CAR FROM A DEALERSHIP CALLED DRIVE NOW IN LEBANON TENNESSEE. ABOUT 2 MILES AFTER SIGNING AND TRADING MY VEHICLE FOR THIS ONE THE ESC, TC OFF, CHECK ENGINE, LOW TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR LIGHTS ALL CAME ON ON THE DASH.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180909

PINS INSIDE WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR FOR RIGHT HEADLIGHT CORRODED, MAKING LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT INOPERABLE. THERE WAS NO ELECTRICAL GREASE INSIDE CONNECTION TO KEEP MOISTURE OUT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110620

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) 20%

20% of complaints: electronic stability control (esc) — 55 distinct reports on file.

FIRE

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I BOUGHT THIS CAR FROM A DEALERSHIP CALLED DRIVE NOW IN LEBANON TENNESSEE. ABOUT 2 MILES AFTER SIGNING AND TRADING MY VEHICLE FOR THIS ONE THE ESC, TC OFF, CHECK ENGINE, LOW TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR LIGHTS ALL CAME ON ON THE DASH.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180909

The contact owns a 2010 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost electric power steering assist. The electronic stability control (ESC) and traction control warning lights were illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260428

EXTERIOR LIGHTING 12%

12% of complaints: exterior lighting — 32 distinct reports on file.

FIRE

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I BOUGHT THIS CAR FROM A DEALERSHIP CALLED DRIVE NOW IN LEBANON TENNESSEE. ABOUT 2 MILES AFTER SIGNING AND TRADING MY VEHICLE FOR THIS ONE THE ESC, TC OFF, CHECK ENGINE, LOW TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR LIGHTS ALL CAME ON ON THE DASH.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180909

SERVICE BRAKES 7%

7% of complaints: service brakes — 19 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 PONTIAC G6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKES, THE BRAKES DID NOT ENGAGE AND THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130321

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20130101 — power train

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Saturn Aura and model year 2008-2010 Chevrolet Malibu and Pontiac G6 vehicles, equipped with a 4-speed automatic transmission. On these ve

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a retainer over the cable end or replace the shift cable as necessary. This service will be performed free of charge. Notification to owners began on o

Campaign 12V460000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20140818 — electrical system, electronic stability control (esc), exterior lighting, vehicle speed control

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2012 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured May 16, 2003, through October 11, 2012, 2004-2007 Malibu Maxx vehicles manufactured June 25, 2003, through April 5, 2007, 2005-2010 Pontiac G6...

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will attach the wiring harness to the BCM with a spacer, apply dielectric lubricant to both the BCM and harness connector and the BAS and harness connector, and will relearn the brake pedal home position, free of...

Campaign 14V252000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20140908 — steering

Dorman Products, Inc.

Remedy: Dorman will notify owners, and dealers will refund the purchase price or replace the steering shafts, free of charge. The recall began in September 2014. Owners may contact Dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492.

Campaign 14E044000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2010 Pontiac G6 — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for steering issues (172 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for electrical system issues (60 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for electronic stability control (esc) issues (55 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 12V460000 (power train) has been completed.
Verify recall 14V252000 (electrical system, electronic stability control (esc), exterior lighting, vehicle speed control) has been completed.
Verify recall 14E044000 (steering) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2005 ▲ 2009 ◆ 2008

WORST YEARS

■ 2006 ◆ 2007 ◆ 2008

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FAQ

Is the 2010 Pontiac G6 reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Pontiac G6 is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Pontiac G6?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 63% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2010 Pontiac G6 have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.