Faulty Block Heater Install
2006 Pontiac G6
This problem may be covered under warranty. Ask your Pontiac dealer.
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.
6.0
fairly significant- Typical Repair Cost:
- No data
- Average Mileage:
- 150 miles
- Total Complaints:
- 1 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
- dealer replaced the block heater (1 reports)
engine problem
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A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
A Brand new car delivered in June 06. Has 240 km or 148 miles. Checking under the hood for the first time familarizing myself with engine compartment noticed a different style of block heater. Thought I'd check it out and discovered it loose in the block seal. Initially dealer said don't worry a different style of heater is being used. I insisted on them checking it out and comparing with several other new G6s on the lot. The car was immediately taken to service bay and the problem corrected by replacing the block heater.
The heater is visible from the back of the engine compartment passenger side. The heater should be firmly attached to the block with the seal. If you discover any movement it needs attention.
- grod, Mississauga, ON, Canada