Vibration During Braking

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CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2006 Pontiac G6 has major problems with two areas fairly critical to the act of driving... steering & safety.

The 2006 G6 has a major defect trend with electronic power-assisted steering failure. The power steering cuts out while driving, making it extremely difficult to steer. G6 owners typically report spending $600 - $1,200+ to fix the problem, replacing either the entire steering column or the power assist motor.

In March 2010, GM recalled 1.3 million vehicles for this exact problem "...after receiving 1,100 complaints of power steering failures." However the 2006 G6 wasn't included in that recall.

In July 2010, GM issued a "Special Coverage Adjustment" — TSB #10183 — covering "certain" (not all) 2005, 2006 & 2008 Pontiac G6's for this power steering issue, up to 10 years/100k miles. However a large number of 2006 G6 owners have reported they were not covered by this campaign, based on VIN#.

As of late 2013 the NHTSA had well over 700 steering complaints on file for the 2006 G6, with 21 crashes & 12 injuries. The NHTSA closed their initial investigation in 2007, having determined that losing your power steering going over 15-20 mph isn't a big deal & that most crashes occurred at slow speeds, so not a safety risk. Ridiculous? Yep, we think so too.

The 2006 G6 also has an expensive problem with "popping" or "clunking" noises when turning, & that issue extends to newer model years as well.

Factor in the 2006 Pontiac G6's poor side impact protection & you end up with a vehicle you should steer clear of.

8.0

pretty bad
Typical Repair Cost:
$1,050
Average Mileage:
53,350 miles
Total Complaints:
3 complaints

Most Common Solutions:

  1. not sure (2 reports)
  2. replace brake pads, roters and struts (1 reports)
2006 Pontiac G6 brakes problems

brakes problem

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2006 Pontiac G6 Owner Comments

problem #3

Nov 132011

G6 V6

  • Automatic transmission
  • 30,000 miles

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

I had brought my car to penuve lavoie in Gatineau because I was really starting to worry about the sounds it was making and wanted it fixed. The car was not under warranty and the garage told me I should go back on pontiac to be reimbursed because this is not a normal wear and tear issue. I had the brakes basically changed every year that I had the car. I am giving approximate dates because La'Chapelle in hull Quebec conveniently lost my car file when I had the heater replaced for a second time. I wanted them to see if I could be reimbursed for the money on the brakes i had spent.

- Julia W., Gatineau, Quebec, canada

problem #2

Oct 132009

G6 V4

  • Automatic transmission
  • 50,000 miles

So annoying! I've had to had my brakes replaced at least 4 times in the short life of my existence with it! I can't stand the vibration or rumbling that happens often when i apply my brakes. It happened not too long after purchasing it brand new, but I didn't know it what it was! My mechanic can't understand why I keep needing my brakes replaced either. So much money!

- Andrea C., Bergenfield, NJ, US

problem #1

Apr 012010

G6 GTP 3.9L

  • Automatic transmission
  • 80,000 miles

After I purchased the car I heard that this was an ongoing problem that GM knew about all along. it's a damn shame they wouldn't even do a recall or provide a fix.

- Raymond M., Goose Creek, SC, US

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