Pontiac G8 Recalls — All NHTSA Recall Campaigns

Q: How many recalls does the Pontiac G8 have?

The Pontiac G8 has 4 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA, spanning model years 2008 through 2008. Individual vehicles may be subject to fewer recalls depending on their specific model year and production date.

Q: Is my G8 under recall?

Whether your specific G8 is subject to a recall depends on your vehicle's exact VIN, not just the model year. A recall may apply to a specific production date range or certain build configurations. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov/recalls to see which, if any, open recalls apply to your exact vehicle.

Q: What is the most recalled G8 year?

Based on NHTSA recall data, the 2008 Pontiac G8 has the most recall campaigns associated with it, with 4 campaigns. However, this reflects recall campaigns for that model year — not necessarily the number of defects in vehicles built that year.

4 recall campaigns on record across 1 model year of the Pontiac G8. Data sourced directly from NHTSA and updated daily.

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Recall Campaigns

154

Owner Complaints

Reported Injuries

Reported Deaths

1 affected model years9 crash-involved complaintsMost recalled year: 2008

Affected Model Years

20084R · 48C

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

Recall Breakdown by Component Category

Engine1 campaign (25%)

Seat/Restraints1 campaign (25%)

Airbag1 campaign (25%)

Brakes1 campaign (25%)

Most Common Owner Complaint Areas — Pontiac G8

AIR BAGS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

SUSPENSION

STEERING

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

POWER TRAIN

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

ENGINE

SERVICE BRAKES

TIRES

Based on 154 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years. 11 injuries reported.

All Pontiac G8 Recall Campaigns

#14V5400002008 Pontiac G8Engine

Issued: Sep 9, 2014

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Chevrolet Caprice vehicles manufactured October 15, 2010, to December 6, 2013, and 2008-2009 Pontiac G8 vehicles manufactured July 25, 2007, to February 18, 2009. In the affected vehicles, the driver may accidentally hit the ignition…

Risk: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, a key knocked out of the run position could caus…

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will remove the key blade from the original flip key/RKE transmitter assemblies, and cut and fit a revised key blade and housing assembly, in which the blade has bee…

#15V3990002008 Pontiac G8Seat/Restraints

Issued: Invalid Date

SEAT BELTS

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Chevrolet Caprice vehicles manufactured October 15, 2010, to October 22, 2013, and 2008-2009 Pontiac G8 vehicles manufactured July 25, 2007, to February 18, 2009. In the affected vehicles, the flexible steel cables that connect the s…

Risk: If the cable breaks, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt tensioner assembly which includes the steel cable, free of charge. These replacement parts reposition the tensioner cable out of the path …

#11V5340002008 Pontiac G8Airbag

Issued: Apr 11, 2011

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE

GENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 PONTIAC G8 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 2, 2007 THROUGH JANUARY 22, 2009. A 5TH PERCENTILE FEMALE ANTHROPOMORPHIC TEST DEVICE (ATD) IN A 30 MPH FRONTAL BARRIER TEST EXCEEDED THE HEAD INJURY CRITERIA (HIC) REQUIREMENTS OF THE STAND…

Risk: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THIS DELAY MAY RESULT IN INCREASED HEAD INJURY TO CERTAIN FRONT SEAT OCCUPANTS.

Remedy: GM DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE SENSING AND DIAGNOSTIC MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 30, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668.

#09V1720002008 Pontiac G8Brakes

Issued: Invalid Date

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

GM IS RECALLING 35,038 MY 2008-2009 PONTIAC G8 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT" AND FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLES SAFETY STANDARD NO. 138, "TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEMS". THE BR…

Risk: INAPPROPRIATE, NON-STANDARD LIGHTS COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH OR DRIVING ON A SIGNIFICANTLY UNDER-INFLATED TIRE CAUSES THE TIRE TO OVERHEAT AND CAN LEAD TO TIRE FAILURE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE BRAKE POSITION SENSOR AND THE REMOTE CONTROL DOOR LOCK RECEIVER WITH THE CORRECT VALUES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE JUNE 5, 2009. OWNERS M…

Recalls by Component

1Engine Recalls

#14V540000MY 2008

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Chevrolet Caprice vehicles manufactured October 15, 2010, to December 6, 2013, and 2008-2009 Pontiac G8 vehicles m…

1Airbag Recalls

#11V534000MY 2008

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE

GENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 PONTIAC G8 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 2, 2007 THROUGH JANUARY 22, 2009. A 5TH PERCENTILE FEMALE ANTHROPOMORP…

1Brakes Recalls

#09V172000MY 2008

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

GM IS RECALLING 35,038 MY 2008-2009 PONTIAC G8 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, A…

Pontiac G8 Recall — Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the Pontiac G8 have?

The Pontiac G8 has 4 recall campaigns in the NHTSA database, spanning model years 2008 through 2008.

Is my G8 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 G8 year?

Based on NHTSA data, the 2008 Pontiac G8 has the highest recall campaign count (4 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 G8 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 G8?

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.

Check Your Specific Pontiac G8 for Open Recalls

Model-level recall data tells you what campaigns exist. A VIN-specific check tells you exactly which ones apply to your vehicle — based on production date, serial number, and configuration.

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