MYRModel Year Report

2006 Pontiac Montana

▲ Better than typical
2006 Pontiac Montana
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:46:23.535Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
37
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2006

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

22% of complaints

Complaints per year

1997: 18 complaints 1997 1998: 49 complaints 1999: 235 complaints 1999 2000: 228 complaints 2001: 156 complaints 2001 2002: 126 complaints 2003: 84 complaints 2003 2004: 39 complaints 2005: 81 complaints 2006: 37 complaints 2006 37 2007: 0 complaints 2008: 1 complaint
1997: 18 complaints 1997 1998: 49 complaints 1998 1999: 235 complaints 1999 2000: 228 complaints 2000 2001: 156 complaints 2001 2002: 126 complaints 2002 2003: 84 complaints 2003 2004: 39 complaints 2004 2005: 81 complaints 2005 2006: 37 complaints 2006 37 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 1 complaint 2008
1997: 18 complaints 1997 1998: 49 complaints 1998 1999: 235 complaints 1999 2000: 228 complaints 2000 2001: 156 complaints 2001 2002: 126 complaints 2002 2003: 84 complaints 2003 2004: 39 complaints 2004 2005: 81 complaints 2005 2006: 37 complaints 2006 37 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 1 complaint 2008

2006: 37 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
199718
199849
1999235
2000228
2001156
2002126
200384
200439
200581
200637
20070
20081

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

22% · 8 reports
Show complaint excerpts

The dash keeps telling me that the traction control and stability system need to be checked. I have wiring issues for the passenger side front lights, they come on and off.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-08-13

Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc) and seat belts

Suspension

16% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing rear and non-powered axle assembly.

Engine

14% · 5 reports
Show complaint excerpts

The main wiring harness loom that runs across the transmission and under the air box, was rubbing the transmission and wore thru 4 of the wires causing the engine to shut down.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-04-24

Electronic stability control (esc)

14% · 5 reports

Structure

14% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing door and body.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2006-03-31Equipment05V552000 Certain trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, "Tire selection and rims." These vehicles were shipped with tire and…

    Remedy: Owners will be provided with corrected labels and installation instructions. At the customer's option, a dealer can install the label for them. The recall began on March 31, 2006. Owners may…

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  2. I
    2007-08-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 2007-12-11 Power sliding door opening
  3. I
    2007-12-11Engineering analysisClosed 2009-02-23 Power sliding door
  4. R
    2010-06-04Suspension10V110000 The braun corporation has notified NHTSA about a defect in certain model year 2005-2008 General Motors mobility conversion, handicapped accessible low floor minivans. During conversion, the driver…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and will have a supply of retrofit parts available to remedy the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on June 4, 2010. Owners may contact braun at 1-800-488-0359.

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Buy-smart checklist

2006 Pontiac Montana — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 5 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 05V552000 · Equipment
  • Recall 10V110000 · Suspension
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2006 Pontiac Montana reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2006 Pontiac Montana is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Pontiac Montana?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Pontiac Montana have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.