NHTSA — Steering Problems

2007 Pontiac G6 (Page 1 of 27)

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CarComplaints.com Notes: Unfortunately the 2007 Pontiac G6 continues a serious trend of steering problems from the prior model year.

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
21 / 7
Injuries / Deaths:
7 / 1
Average Mileage:
97,519 miles

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2007 Pontiac G6 steering problems

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2007 Pontiac G6 Owner Comments (Page 1 of 27)

problem #522

Dec 012024

G6

  • miles

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

2 months give/take few days power Steering locked up.Was not able to steer. Had to use flashers & carefully vere off road.Turned car off.Gave myself minutes to think. Started car tried turning steering wheel & bam it was fine. Hesitant I got back on road & went home w/no problem.2nd incident was same which happened 2nd wk Jan 2025.There was no warning of any kind either time.It has not been taken anywhere to be evaluated. Inspection is due Feb 2025 was going say something then.Whether this has anything related, turn signal lever had to be manually turned off until sometime between the 2 incidents & it now clicks off itself like it should.

- Saegertown, PA, USA

problem #521

Dec 252024

G6

  • miles
The Power Steering stopped working randomly after driving on December 25th 2024, making it incredibly difficult to turn and keep the car steady. This made me feel very unsafe since I was driving my family. I searched online and apparently there had been recalls of my car model prior so I want to know if i qualify for this recall

- Flagstaff, AZ, USA

problem #520

Jun 012020

G6

  • miles
When driving the steering will just stop working it is hard to turn wheel or control steering. I was told there was a recall on the steering system. There is a electrical problems within the steering system.

- Austin, MN, USA

problem #519

Sep 262023

G6

  • 98,000 miles

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

The contact's daughter owns a 2007 Pontiac G6. The contact stated while the driver was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. Additionally, the contact stated that the failure persisted while starting the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle was undrivable. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V064000 (Steering); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 98,000.

- Muncie, IN, USA

problem #518

Sep 012024

G6

  • miles
Electric power Steering cut out without warning while driving but came back after restarting the car.

- Shawnee, KS, USA

problem #517

May 172024

G6

  • miles
The contact owns a 2007 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that while driving at slow speeds into a driveway, she became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning properly, requiring increased effort to maneuver the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the power steering return line hose assembly due to being near the exhaust. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

- Locust Grove, GA, USA

problem #516

Apr 122024

G6

  • miles

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

Car loses power steering randomly...it has gone out in traffic...it usually goes out as soon as I put it in drive but if i turn the car off and re start it it steers fine. But when it lost power during rush hour traffic I was almost run over and had the hardest time steering to safety. Why is there not a recall on this because I've seen several reports of this happening.

- Greenwood, LA, USA

problem #515

Nov 292023

G6

  • miles
After purchasing my 2007 Pontiac G6 from a private seller, I quickly noticed a significant decline in steering responsiveness within just four days. A mechanic later confirmed that the entire steering rack needs replacement, and the cost of this exceeds the current value of the vehicle itself. This abrupt failure of such a critical component renders the car unsafe to drive. The specific component that failed is the steering rack, and it is available for inspection upon request. The safety risk emerged as the vehicle became increasingly difficult to control, heightening the potential for accidents and injuries to both myself and others on the road. While the problem has been confirmed by an independent service center, it has not yet been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives, or any other entities. No warning lamps or messages were indicating an issue with the steering system before the failure. The decline in steering responsiveness happened suddenly, and no pre-existing symptoms were evident. Given the severity of this safety concern, I strongly urge the NHTSA to promptly investigate and consider a recall. Failure to address this potential defect could result in preventable accidents and injuries to drivers, passengers, and other motorists. Your expeditious attention to this matter is crucial for ensuring public safety.

- Lexington , NC, USA

problem #514

Dec 042023

G6

  • 50,300 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Pontiac G6. The contact stated while driving at 60 MPH, the vehicle began to vibrate abnormally. The contact stated several weeks later while stopped, the power steering message was displayed. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was restarted but the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic however, no cause for the failure was found. The mechanic reset the settings to the manufacturer's setting. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The dealer was contacted, and the contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V064000 (Steering). The dealer stated that the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 50,300.

- Richmond, VA, USA

problem #513

May 252020

G6

  • miles
The steering wheel will start to shake as you drive and then it will stop. It will start again, some times is jerking like it is going to break. I can be parked, going 10 mph or 55 mph, it was random but now it is increasing. I have taken to 2 shops and everyone thinks it is electrical.

- Detroit, MI, USA

problem #512

Aug 182023

G6

  • miles

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

GM has routed the high pressure power steering line up against the header exhaust. This was done consciously due to the fact that the manufacture put a foil heat shield sleeve on that section of the line. Anyone with a spec of engineering insight will confirm that this foil sleeve is a postponed or bandaid for the issue. It's not a fix nor a solution but a delay in the failure of the line. The thousands of exact same issues online reassures my assessment. The immediate conversion to manual steering with the rear tires covered in power steering fluid doesn't seem to fit well on an on ramp while elder driving. Thank you for your time.

- Virginia Beach City, VA, USA

problem #511

May 032023

G6

  • miles
Theres a recall on this

- New Philadelphia , OH, USA

problem #510

Nov 012022

G6

  • miles
My electric power steering keeps going in and out now I don't have any anything but stiffness from the steering wheel. Car is not drivable. Big safety risks.

- Albuquerque , NM, USA

problem #509

Jan 222023

G6

  • miles
Power Steering quit working while driving

- Dexter , MO, USA

problem #508

Nov 072022

G6

  • miles
The power steering comes and goes while driving or even while in park. if i turn the vehicle on and off several times I can get the power steering to work sometimes. This vehicle is unsafe to drive.

- North Benton, OH, USA

problem #507

Sep 302022

G6 4-cyl

  • 160,000 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Pontiac G6. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the steering wheel started shuddering significantly. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact veered to the side of the road. The contact was able to continue driving; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring upon starting the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the electronic power steering assist had failed. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V064000 (Steering) and 14V153000 (Steering). The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000. The contact stated that the vehicle has been repaired.

- Pueblo West, CO, USA

problem #506

Oct 192022

G6

  • miles
2007 Pontiac G6. Consumer stated that they are experiencing vibration and shaking of the steering wheel. The consumer stated she was never informed of the recall issued on 2015-2017, but the dealer provided her with a printout of this recall.

- Reading, PA, USA

problem #505

Jul 172022

G6

  • miles
My steering wheel has been having a mind of its own last couple of weeks. It moves by itself back and forth from left to right it takes alot of effort to keep it straight. Very dangerous today my power steering light came on. This is the first time the service light came in the but the problem itself started about 2 weeks ago. The steering wheel also vibrates on and off.

- Northglenn, CO, USA

problem #504

Feb 262022

G6

  • miles
Electrical system has mysteriously drained 2 batteries, the exterior lights vary on which will work despite the bulbs being good, the electric power steering comes on then off at inopportune times makes steering heavy and difficult to maintain Speed fluctuation the car will jump into gear or rev up to appropriate gear.

- Cleveland, OH, USA

problem #503

Mar 012022

G6

  • 146,000 miles
The contact's daughter owns a 2007 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the power steering assist warning light illuminated. The vehicle then experienced a loss of power steering assist. The contact replaced the fuse; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 146,000.

- Evansville, IN, USA

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