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they found excessive rust build up on I-SHAFT. Replaced I-SHAFT. Also they had to machine front brake rotors
At 23,886 miles
had steering issues, they calibrated steering system POS SENSOR & torqued sensor. And replaced stereo, the clock went back to 12 & fluttered.
And found coolant in pipe o-ring leaking, they replaced o-ring.
At 24,360 miles
had left front hub replaced
These are just a few of my problems with this car.
I have also had the starter running problem..there is a bulletin but they do NOT want to fix it...I feel it is a problem in ALL G6, I ask anyone with a G6 and they say the same.
I love the design,room,look of the car...BUT IT IS A LEMON....I TELL EVERYONE. IF PONTIAC IS NOT WILLING TO STAND BEHIND THE CAR....I WILL TRADE IN FOR A IMPORT...GLADLY AT THIS POINT...I hope Pontiac is listening, this is why noone wants American made cars.
It makes me wonder exactly what is going on with GM management. For example, the new Malibu...no NAV system, no bluetooth offerings. Yet, this car is competing with Accord, Altima, Camry, and several other models. Some may argue that these are un-needed options. Maybe, maybe not. In any case, I would like to know how a company the size of GM got so far behind the competition in areas like this.
You can only blame so much on the UAW and economy...I just don't understand how a company that once was the industry leader in innovation has become the "johnny-come-lately" in features and functionality. It just makes no sense to me.
And, this is coming from a once avid GM Chevrolet/Pontiac fanatic.
Well their first option was completely ignore the letter (I had sent out 5 copies to random execs). Then I sent it out again this time I get a call from the executive office and this lady pretty much tells me to bad. (sounded like she was reading a form letter).
Howard
Just my thoughts on this, right or wrong...
So expecting corporate or even the dealer (who can't do a single thing in such a case, as any specific rebates or bonuses through GM are out of their hands, and every last discount, bonus, and rebate is closely audited), to then offer you extra cash that was decided on being offered after your transaction is out of focus. Do some stores and websites offer price matches if you buy something that then goes on sale a day or two later? Yes. But that's not how it works in the world of cars that cost thousands, and where things must be dated, registered, taxed, etc.
Just drive your car and enjoy. To say "GM is going downhill" because you couldn't get EXTRA cash off the car you bought, offered after you did so, is uncalled for. It's this act of being more concerned with the deal and every last coupon, rather than the cars and their merits that hurts overall image more than anything.
You can make an argument either way as to what the dealer should have done, and since we weren't there when the deal was done, its impossible to say what, if anything, should have been done differently or in addition....
You can make an argument either way as to what the dealer should have done, and since we weren't there when the deal was done, its impossible to say what, if anything, should have been done differently or in addition....
How would the dealer know? They are not told until the incentives are announced. There are all kinds of models with different rates of incentives depending on so manyother factors. The dealers should do not know and it would be in GM's best interest to not let them know until it is available. If a dealer knew ahead of timethey would tell the customers to come back in two days and then there would be no sales for those days.
Sometimes they get hints thru their own dealer networks but they are only rumors.
Since I am not a dealer, I can't say for sure. But, in response to...
If a dealer knew ahead of timethey would tell the customers to come back in two days and then there would be no sales for those days
I have never, ever seen a car dealership that was willing to take any chance on losing a sale by telling someone to come back in a couple of days, even if they know that an auto that better fits the customer's needs/desires will be available.
Than AIN'T gonna happen! Business is way too competetive...
We have the same problem with our G6 - the clunking noise in the steering. Had the entire steering box replaced $500+ and the next month it was back. Several months ago had it greased and it dissappeared. Now it is back. Any comments???^
I traded the car in for a 2008 Pontiac Vibe that day.
Get it fixed again and again and again like I did and then get an attorney for the lemon law. That is what I did and I won, it has been a month since it was all wrapped up, I got every dime back and went out and bought a car I could trust. What a relief.
The Pontiac G6 is a joke.
I love my Vibe ,though! If you ever decide to get a smaller car with lots of rom,this is it!!!
Are there any recurring issues with the 2007? I would like to be informed before I go to the dealership so I can ask questions and know what to look for on a test drive.
Thanks for your support and knowledge!
The 4cyl engine is breaking in better, with 1,800miles on it. I truly believe a car takes quite awhile to fully break-in. My Accord nearly took about 12k or so to really run like its supposed to. The G6 engine is not as refined at the Accord, and I am quite disappointed with the fact that is has only as 4spd transmission. It is 2008, all cars should have at least a 5spd. The Accords 4cyl, was silky smooth, but as I keep driving the G6 it is really starting to feel smoother. I wish the G6 had a better turning circle, It is not too good compared to other models.
The G6 has alot of fun factor in it, especially with the sun and sound package, with the moonroof open, and the very nice stereo system with XM, 6disc changer, Aux input, and the Onstar with navigation and voice dialing. This car is alot of fun, and at the end of the day, I truly miss my Honda, but this car is certainly much more fun. It is a fun car. This car has everything and perhaps a few more options than the 08 Honda Accord EX-L. It looks more sporty, I got the salsa red color, tinted the windows, and I get comments on my car all the time, I keep it looking good, as I take pride in my cars. The only downer is the G6 is not going to hold its value like the Honda, my 06 Accord SE went for nearly $18k on the lot and only stayed for about a week or so. Its gone! I leased it for $20k. But it had no door dings sign on it, and I had kept it looks immaculate. It looked new!
I am leasing the G6 for 3yrs, but after its all done, I am going to have a new appreciate for it, only if I don't have any major issues with it. Will I go back to Honda or go to Acura, I probably will, maybe even go to VW. I just love them. But, why not branch out and try something new. my mother has an 08 Jetta SE, and I love it!! It is fun too!! So ask yourself this, when driving your car, is it fun, and exciting? The G6 is a fun car, and I am going to enjoy it! After all, its just a car, and a lease. Have fun.
Also, the lower chrome molding that you can get for the lower grill, why is that about the same price? That is extremely expensive! Anyone know where I can get cheaper accessories like these for a decent price?
I have seen this chrome parts on the 08 model G6's, and they really make the car look nice, and really it does make the lower grill look like its apart of the car.
I had a 2006 Mustang that I traded in. My husband and I had our first child in October of last year, and a Mustang just isn't practical with a baby. So we were looking for a car that still looked nice but had enough room. A dealer friend of ours suggested a 2006 G6. It was a straight trade off. This had lower miles and everything, and even lowered my monthly payments $100 a month.
Well, within the past 2 weeks or so, the back brakes have started grinding all of a sudden. No warning, no squeaks, it just went straight to grinding. Which I thought was odd, because we just bought the car last November, I didn't think we should be having brake problems already. But it doesn't do it all the time. Right after that happened, the words "power steering" came up on the warning panel. We just automatically assumed that it meant the power steering fluid was low. We honestly had NO idea that the G6's had the electric power steering. So like idiots, while we're looking for the power steering fluid (That didn't exist. Hah) we noticed that the brake fluid tank was completely empty. Which was odd after just getting it serviced.
So last night, after doing some research, I came across the investigations into the 05 and 06 models of the G6 about power steering failures, and then I found on here about brake issues. After looking in the owner's manual, it said if the "power steering" warning came up on the panel, and if the G6 was equipped with electrical power steering, that there was a problem and to take it to your dealer immediately.
So now I am panicking. It just showed up twice and hasn't done it since, but I am not about to take a chance when I use this car to drive around with my 7 month old daughter in the backseat. I also noticed that the investigation was closed. So they never decided to do a recall even though there were a number of reports of steering failures and even an accident with injury?
And apparently the warranty isn't going to cover it, because a friend of mine that works at a dealership here in town called GM directly last night, and the woman said that that would fall under the bumper-to-bumper warranty of 36,000 miles and wouldn't ya know, my car has 37,000 miles on it. So if there was a problem, I would have to pay out of pocket for it, which I don't think is right at all.
So after my rant, my question is, should I even bother with messing with this car that is having this much problems, or should I just go for another trade in?
Eh, just kidding. ......kind of.
Since I'm new here, and they seem to be common problems, I'll point out we had some odd steering problems (thumping during turning) that the dealer fixed on our 2005 G6. They also fixed the warped rotors at 15,000 miles. As for the paint that's chipping off of the radio and power lock buttons, well, the dealer doesn't seem to care. Sigh.
Our G6 just recently started having front suspension issues. I know nothing about cars, but there are strange noises made during routine driving now. If I get out of the car and push down over the front wheels, both left and right, there's a definite creaking sound. No idea where the hell this came from. We're having the dealer look at it since we bought an "extended warranty..how can I lose?!" - Homer Simpson. It saved our asses on that piece of crap Caravan we had, but I digress. Anyone know what this might be? Is this a common issue?
Knock on wood - I don't seem to have alot of the problems people mention in these forums ... My '06 has been a good car for me so far and I've had it just over a year with 45k (i put alot of mileage on) .. The only thing that I totally hate is the road noise from the tires - I wish there was something that could be done about that.
Good luck with your suspension issues .. and get that new radio and power lock buttons!!
I'm sure I'll have no luck with my awful dealer. They just called back and said they could find nothing wrong with the suspension. HA. I said "Nothing wrong? I demonstrated how the front end creaks like an old board FOR you guys. Look at it again." WORST dealership EVER.
On the plus side, my awful local dealer (are we allowed to mention dealers by name or no?) changed their tune. First, as I said a few days ago, they told us "There's nothing wrong with the car" which meant I had to drive over there and re-demonstrate that there was DEFINITELY something wrong with the suspension. Gee, 12 hours later they're replacing the control arms. It's all fine now. It was all covered by the extended warranty (we're just past 36,000 miles) so.....I guess it could be worse.
Also, I am not sure if anyone knows, but the 08 4cyl, have plastic wheel covers, and they actually look like real rims (which is kinda lame, but they look great), but I wondering if I am able to go somewhere and get them chromed, since some places can chrome plate plastic! It would look amazing!! But only if they can offer some kind of warranty and its a well done job. No chipping or flaking. Anyone know??
I plan on buying the chrome grills for the top and bottom fronts, but only if I can find a decent price for them.
Best bet is to let the dealership drive it and show them the rattle. Not sure what else we can do here w/o some some of diagnostics.
Also, I have the Hankook tires on it, and I have found to keep them about 5lbs over the recomended amount, it feels better and looks like they are fuller, 30lbs is simply not enough for them, and 35lbs is still under the max. Anything less, seems like the car is floaty and less grippy.
Just checked a site and the 6 speed is available for '09 on the 4 cylinder.
This was covered quite some time ago, but here's all the 2009 changes (you can click the different links and also see the full book by clicking Print Book, Print Model, and Print:
http://eogld.ecomm.gm.com/NASApp/domestic/proddesc.jsp?year=2009&butID=1®ionI- D=1&divisionID=7&vehicleID=6863&type=0#
I am kind of glad, that the wheels have covers in a way, because if I scratch one of them up, its so easy to replace, not expensive at all, and the fact they actually look like real rims. So I guess its okay. but, I am really an Alloy wheel kind of guy.
I am going to check tomorrow, and I will let you guys know what they tell me, as far as price. It might be worth the upgrade, I saw an Aura in the salsa type red color, with the chrome wheels, and it looked awesome!!
Since it is a lease I did not want to put out $ for the pontiac one, any off market brands that anyone has used and worked well?
I cannot find the size of the Pontiac sold one to compare
Thanks
Many companys are doing this, they are making a steal wheel, then making a front or "face" for the wheel, and they are getting more high tech with them, making them look at though they are a full rim, but easily swappable. Now, how much money this actually saves for a company, I am not sure. Just look at the Saturn aura wheels on the lower trims, those are this covers, but chromed.
I am going to look at them closely before I make the decision to do it.
Get the Chrome wheels, chrome grill for top and bottom front, and it will look amazing, and of course not overdone, I just want mine to look unique, but classy!
Also, it looks like the 2009 G6 is going to have a redone grill, using a more squared off kidney grills, and a redone lower grill. It does make it look more updated. I have a feeling that Pontiac is going to use the design concept of the G8 for its line up. The competition is getting really tough now, they all have to step up their game.
Yes...FIX IT! Any modern automobile should engage the starter immediated after the key is turned (button depressed on push-button models). Any explanation otherwise is simply BS.