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Pontiac G6 Recalls — All NHTSA Recall Campaigns

3 recall campaigns on record across 1 model year of the Pontiac G6. Data sourced directly from NHTSA and updated daily.

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3
Recall Campaigns
4180
Owner Complaints
153
Reported Injuries
2
Reported Deaths
1 affected model years208 crash-involved complaintsMost recalled year: 2010

Affected Model Years

20103R · 210C

R = recalls · C = complaints. Click a year to see the full problems report.

Recall Breakdown by Component Category

Electrical1 campaign (33%)
Steering1 campaign (33%)
Transmission1 campaign (33%)

Most Common Owner Complaint Areas — Pontiac G6

STEERING
1493
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
497
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
424
SERVICE BRAKES
252
POWER TRAIN
169
AIR BAGS
166
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
153
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
135
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
85
ENGINE
80

Based on 4,180 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years. 2 deaths and 153 injuries reported.

All Pontiac G6 Recall Campaigns

#14V2520002010 Pontiac G6Electrical
Issued: Invalid Date

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2012 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured May 16, 2003, through October 11, 2012, 2004-2007 Malibu Maxx vehicles manufactured June 25, 2003, through April 5, 2007, 2005-2010 Pontiac G6 vehicles manufactured May 26, 2004, through January …

Risk: Any of the above failure conditions increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will attach the wiring harness to the BCM with a spacer, apply dielectric lubricant to both the BCM and harness connector and the BAS and harness connector, and will…

#14E0440002010 Pontiac G6Steering
Issued: Invalid Date

STEERING

Dorman Products, Inc. (Dorman) is recalling certain replacement intermediate steering shafts sold under the Dorman, OE Solutions, and Solutions brand names, part numbers 425-167, 2425167, and 7-3074, for installation on 2004-2012 Chevrolet Malibu, 2005-2010 Pontiac G6, and 2007-2009 Saturn Aura vehi…

Risk: A joint bearing that fails prematurely may cause separation of the u-joint resulting in a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dorman will notify owners, and dealers will refund the purchase price or replace the steering shafts, free of charge. The recall began in September 2014. Owners may contact Dorman customer service a…

#12V4600002010 Pontiac G6Transmission
Issued: Invalid Date

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Saturn Aura and model year 2008-2010 Chevrolet Malibu and Pontiac G6 vehicles, equipped with a 4-speed automatic transmission. On these vehicles, the tabs on the transmission shift cable end may fracture and separate.

Risk: If the tabs were to fracture and separate, the shift lever and the actual position of the transmission gear may not match. The driver would be able to move the shifter to 'PARK' and remove the igniti…

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a retainer over the cable end or replace the shift cable as necessary. This service will be performed free of charge. Notification to owners began on o…

Recalls by Component

1Electrical Recalls

#14V252000MY 2010

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2012 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured May 16, 2003, through October 11, 2012, 2004-2007 Malibu Maxx vehicles manu…

1Steering Recalls

#14E044000MY 2010

STEERING

Dorman Products, Inc. (Dorman) is recalling certain replacement intermediate steering shafts sold under the Dorman, OE Solutions, and Solutions brand names, part numbers 425-167, 2…

Pontiac G6 Recall — Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the Pontiac G6 have?
The Pontiac G6 has 3 recall campaigns in the NHTSA database, spanning model years 2010 through 2010.
Is my G6 under recall?
Recall applicability depends on your specific VIN — not just the model year. Some recalls cover only certain production date ranges or trim levels. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov for an exact answer.
What is the most recalled G6 year?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2010 Pontiac G6 has the highest recall campaign count (3 campaigns). However, the total count of campaigns is not the same as the number of defects — some campaigns are issued as expansions of earlier recalls.
Does a G6 recall mean my car is unsafe to drive?
Not necessarily. Recalls range from critical safety hazards — where NHTSA advises against driving — to minor inconveniences like a label error. Check the consequence field of each recall to understand the severity. If your specific VIN is subject to an open recall, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Who pays for recall repairs on a G6?
The manufacturer is legally required to pay for all recall repairs under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer, regardless of whether you are the original owner or whether the vehicle is out of warranty.

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