2009 Pontiac G5 Problems and Repair Histories
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2009 Pontiac G5s for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 2009 Pontiac G5 problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
For 2009 Pontiac G5 problem frequency, check the Car Reliability Survey result. For the problems behind the score, check the 2009 Pontiac G5 problems and repair histories that follow it.
Pontiac G5 Reliability through March 31, 2013
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2009 | Pontiac G5 | 25 G5s, 8.9 months of data per G5, average 44700 miles27 |
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2009 Pontiac G5 4dr Sedan
155-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Pontiac G5 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 5580 | 400 | Brake pads failing after 9,000 km |
| Mar | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Pontiac G5 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 27900 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 35080 | 0 | Steering column replaced (2nd time) due to extremely annoying rattle at low (< 20km/hr) speeds. |
| Nov | 2011 | 36580 | 0 | This was the second time the steering column was replaced. Finally seems to be fixed. |
| Jan | 2012 | 39060 | 0 | Check engine light kept coming on. Poor acceleration. Dealer replaced a cam which helps control fuel supply to engine. Gear shift indicator always shows R (reverse). Dealer had to replace entire shifter assembly. |
| Aug | 2012 | 47580 | 375 | Steering column rattle repaired for 3rd time. Bushing replaced |
| Sep | 2012 | 48360 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Pontiac G5 in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2010 | 1860 | 0 | The Ambient Light Sensor needed to be replaced. The (automatic) headlights were on all the time and I could not make out the radio display in the sunlight as a result. |
| Mar | 2010 | 5580 | 0 | Steering column broken and rattling over bumps. Upper front suspension mounts dried up and seized, groaning when wheel turned. Both replaced. Horn stopped working. Tech forgot to reaim headlight after replacing it, had to return to have this done. The front brakes started to grind. They were taken apart and put back together and have worked fine ever since. The pads were incorrectly installed on the assembly line. |
| Jun | 2010 | 5580 | 0 | Steering Column replaced in March, which successfully repaired the horrid dash rattle, had started rattling quite badly again. So, they replaced the entire steering column again. Gear shift lever knob had started to peel and feather, replaced knob. A-pillar trim panel on passenger side had become warped and started to intrude on the windshield. Panel was replaced. |
2009 Pontiac G5 4-door
Engine not specified
| Pontiac in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 2480 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 6200 | 0 | went to put car in drive and reverse and the wheels spun. then when got going the traction control light service came on went to the shop and they redid some codes |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2009 Pontiac G5 2dr Coupe
155-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Pontiac G5 in Kansas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2012 | 32000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2012 | 32300 | 0 | Chrome on passenger door handle was peeling. Dealer replaced handle. |
| Mar | 2013 | 35000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Pontiac G5 in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 78000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 84000 | 700 | took the car in for oil change; was informed I need to change my fuel filter. Took the car to another shop, some tests done was told I didn't need repairs but I still can smell fuel, had fuel filter change; still smell fuel. Was fuel pump. |
| Mar | 2013 | 174000 | 0 | Three recalls: Ignition coil, fuel pump, power steering |
| Pontiac G5 in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 3000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2012 | 61000 | 460 | Bad rattle in front end at low speed. Known problem by GM. Replaced entire steering column. drivers speaker quit working. No chimes or turn signal indicator sound. |
| Pontiac G5 in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 32000 | 0 | HVAC blower replaced. Made squeaking/chirping noise on speeds 1-2. GM technician verified noise and replaced blower motor assembly. Driver's side door handle had chrome plating peeling off. Dealer replaced door handle. |
| Mar | 2013 | 99000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2009 Pontiac G5 2dr Coupe
155-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Pontiac G5 in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2010 | 8000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2011 | 22000 | 0 | Replaced main fuse box and transmission module. |
| Sep | 2011 | 35000 | 0 | key stuck in ignition, could not turn engine off. |
| Jan | 2013 | 59000 | 0 | Front speakers cut off intermitently. |
| Pontiac G5 in Manitoba, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 1860 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 12400 | 0 | Cover for hole in G5 trunk interior (cover for the hole left by the cobalt taillights) broke, but was replaced under warranty. The part is fragile, and difficult to install. Removing cover exposes sharp metal, but it's a MINOR issue... |
| Sep | 2010 | 13640 | 0 | Wheel center caps were loose, 2 had fallen off. Warranty replaced with a newer part which should not fall off. Very pleased with warranty coverage on this. |
| Jan | 2011 | 19180 | 0 | Hood sensor was blown, meaning that the remote start wouldn't work, since it thought that the hood was open. Easy, quick fix, since it was just a little sensor. |
| Jul | 2011 | 24180 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Pontiac G5 in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 30000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 42000 | 0 | Trim plate around sunroof switch was loose |
| Dec | 2012 | 52000 | 0 | Emission Crankshaft Sensor |
| Apr | 2013 | 56000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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