Loud Rattling Noise At Cruising Speed

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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:
No data
Average Mileage:
66,000 miles
Total Complaints:
3 complaints

Most Common Solutions:

  1. not sure (3 reports)
2006 Pontiac G6 suspension problems

suspension problem

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2006 Pontiac G6 Owner Comments

problem #3

Aug 112010

G6 GTP 3.9L

  • Automatic transmission
  • 55,000 miles

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

I bought the car about 2 years ago and the problem started at around 35K miles. I would hear a clicking sound when turning at low speeds and it gradually kept getting louder, now on top of that there is a clicking noise while driving and it's also getting louder. Today I was driving at around 50mph and when I stepped on the break pedal the steering wheel started to shake and there was also alot of shaking coming from the steering column, specially on the driver side. The car has also started to lean to the left. This has happened when I'm waiting at a red light. When I step on the gas the car moves slightly to the left until I straighten the car out.

I can't believe I am paying for a faulty and dangerous car. I have always owned GM cars but this is my last for sure. I will be taking the car in soon to see what they can do. This needs to be recalled, there are way too many people with this same problem. I will never buy GM again. Does anyone know if they are owning up to this problem or are they just waiting for someone to get seriously injured? I wouldn't be surprised if they are. Screw money hungry GM, never ever again.

- als, Riverside, CA, US

problem #2

Mar 012009

G6 GT

  • Automatic transmission
  • 55,000 miles

I think that G.M should give my wife and myself a new car or our money back!

- Rocky H., Moore, OK, US

problem #1

Oct 092009

G6 SED 3.5L

  • Automatic transmission
  • 88,000 miles

So I just got the g6 and I love it but!!! yes a but.. at 50mph my steering wheel was shaking so bad I thought I was in a rocket taking off. But seriously, it was bad. I almost got killed on the highway when it happened. I called my dealer AND TOLD THEM WHAT HAPPENED. THEY JUST TOLD ME THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO FOR ME FOR FREE.... I was so upset I tried something and it worked for me OK.. so for those who have car payments or are still paying the bank. call the bank and tell them what is going on and there is nothing thy will do and that you are going to enforce the lemon law. When I was done with the bank they called the dealer and I got a surprise - they will fix the problem.. wow!! just make sure you tell the bank that they will be losing money under the lemon law.. thy will take it from there.. GOOD LUCK

- eolearczyk, Elk Grove Village, IL, US

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