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Expensive Pontiac G6 repairs by problem area
Engine (31%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (24%)
Brakes and Traction Control (7%)
Suspension and Steering (34%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (3%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)
Other (0%)
Chart based on 29 repairs.
Pontiac G6 repair cost distribution
$2500+ (30%)
$1000 - $2499 (70%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (0%)
< $100 (0%)
Chart based on 20 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2009 Pontiac G6 4dr Sedan
219-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 45000 mi US $1100 |
Control board burned out completely and had to be replaced. Done in Germany. Only Pontiac warranty repair is in Munich. That's NOT where the car died:-) |
| 48000 mi US $500 |
Thermostat needs to be replaced. Engine light came on. Temp gauge works in start test but does not show temperature. Normal heating, defrosting and cooling. High cost of mechanic, test and repair. |
2008 Pontiac G6
Engine not specified
| 77000 mi US $2000 |
transmission replaced |
2008 Pontiac G6 4dr Sedan
164-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 148000 mi US $150 |
Replaced Wiper transmission. |
| 152000 mi US $2000 |
New front struts and stabilizer links. Also 2 new tires. New rear brake pads and calipers. +other things (can't recall). |
| 175000 mi US $365 |
Replaced wire to Body Computer. Front End alignment. Oil change. Diagnosis work. |
| 76880 mi C $180 |
Replaced tie rod end, rear shocks and front brakes |
| 89900 mi C $1000 |
Noise comeing from right front replaced lower front drivers side control arm bushings replaced rear sway bar bushings |
2007 Pontiac G6 4dr Sedan
240-horsepower 3.9L V6 6-speed manual FWD
| 34920 mi C $350 |
Replaced lower control arms. |
| 48360 mi C $100 |
Replaced engine snubber. |
| 70060 mi C $1000 |
replace water pump |
| 75020 mi C $3250 |
Repair oil pan leak, replace lower and upper intake manifold gaskets. |
2007 Pontiac G6 4dr Sedan
169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 63000 mi US $280 |
sensor replaced which fixed the harsh shifting issue |
| 95900 mi US $1150 |
Timing chain adjuster broke, timing chain assy replaced |
2007 Pontiac G6 2dr Hardtop conv.
227-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 86500 mi US $414 |
Replaced oil pressure sender Replaced valve cover gaskets and oil pan gasket to fix oil leaks Replaced [transmission] oil coolant line O-Rings |
| 87650 mi US $1946 |
Transmission was rebuilt |
2007 Pontiac G6 2dr Coupe
252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 100500 mi US $220 |
Rattling noise, said bar was loose, needed replaced |
| 113000 mi US $283 |
Check engine light P0174 lean bank 2 history code. Leak in exhaust manifold, replaced gasket. Engine light still comes on with the same code. Current problem unknown. |
| 123100 mi US $280 |
Transmission fluid leaking. A cooling line broke, replaced both. |
| 127000 mi US $2965 |
Transmission failed |
| 136000 mi US $2800 |
New water pump Engine had knock, replaced timing belt and spark plugs |
| 142000 mi US $650 |
Replaced ABC control module. All the ABS/traction control lights were on. Replaced oxygen sensor |
2007 Pontiac G6 2dr Coupe
224-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 77000 mi US $2000 |
Changed struts. Brake rotors needed turning. New oil sump plug. Alignment. Fix power steering fluid leak. |
| 80000 mi US $250 |
Oil filter adapter gasket leaking. |
| 94800 mi US $400 |
Catalytic converter replaced. |
| 102900 mi US $150 |
Bad water pump |
2006 Pontiac G6 4dr Sedan
240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 106000 mi US $400 |
leak on small part(not sure name) on top of engine that has metal tubing. leaking antifreeze. |
| 107000 mi US $450 |
radiator leak both outer tie rods, sway bar links, rt lwr control arm assembly |
| 108000 mi US $2300 |
Second time for trans. First time at 52000, second at 56000 dealer fixed for 400 deduct same problem, almost same miles - wouldn't help. Independent trans shop said that's been a problem with that trans also radiator leaking again |
| 125000 mi US $700 |
had to replace both front wheel bearings |
| 13900 mi US $800 |
radiator replaced again. could not get it back to the other shop that fixed it before. also replaced serp belt. radiator replaced again could not get it back to he other shop that fixed it before and also replaced serp belt |
| 145000 mi US $600 |
left and right ball joints left and right ball joints |
| 159000 mi US $1800 |
fourth time on trans repair (once under warranty from shop not g.m.) |
| 80000 mi US $1200 |
Passenger side control arm assembly and wheel bearing. |
| 90000 mi US $275 |
Replaced thermostat. |
| 100000 mi US $800 |
Control arm replaced with assembly drivers side and tire replacement due to uneven wear. |
| 293600 mi US $1600 |
transmission went out; car has high mileage, so it was time to replace the transmission |
2006 Pontiac G6 4dr Sedan
201-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 49600 mi C $1000 |
Front right strut replaced. |
| 55800 mi C $1000 |
Both front bearings replaced. |
| 54000 mi US $300 |
I took my car in for an alignment, because the pull was getting worse. The shop informed me that they had trouble aligning my car, because something was going on with the computerize power steering. However, they did the best they could. When I took the vehicle for alignment,I replaced the ball joint & arm on driver side($300 total). I was informed that I need struts(haven't replaced, and that I will continue to have suspension problems due to power steering issues. |
| 55500 mi US $420 |
The vehicle felt like it wanted to turn over when making turns. The front struts were leaking, therefore I had them replaced. The rear struts need replacing will do at a later date due to cost ($420). |
| 57000 mi US $353 |
The computerized power steering motor was replace under warranty per GM (repair notice). However,I had to pay for the loose steering i-shaft, that was caused from the original defective part. No realignment done-have to pay for it again. |
| 74000 mi US $666 |
A strong pull with wobbling tire. (replaced) Sway bar link kit, AW Chassis, Sensa-Trac Pass Shock, which caused wear to tires. Had to replace to front tires. |
| 64500 mi US $405 |
My engine light stays on and idle high (3rd time since 06/2009)! This time they believe my vacuum hose was lose, and made adjustments(light is off & idle low). The code 0442 shows each time-pc valve replaced, gas cap 3x! |
| 76000 mi US $625 |
Replaced trans pan gasket(leaking), filter,fluid,& flush for the second time in 6mos. Also replaced evap purge solenoid. Fuel induction system cleaned for the second time in 6mos. |
| 81000 mi US $326 |
The starter went out, with no warning. |
| 103300 mi US $237 |
Exhaust Flex Pipes replaced |
| 115000 mi US $2361 |
Both Head gaskets leak oil, Oil pan leak oil, Front crankshaft seal leak oil, & filled and purged cooling system. |
| 116000 mi US $282 |
Vehicle was pulling to the right when braking, with some vibration. Replaced both lower control arms. Loud exhaust with leak. Rear Flex pipe and Resonator was replaced. |
| 121000 mi US $324 |
The car wouldn't start. The starter went out. |
2006 Pontiac G6 4dr Sedan
201-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| 136000 mi US $2500 |
Tie Rods worn, need replacing (declined). Squirrel chewed through fuel hose (not repaired) |
| 96000 mi US $1000 |
A/C Compressor seized, 700.00 compressor, plus ac vac and charge. New belt installed. |
| 125000 mi US $600 |
Bad drivers side wheel bearing. |
2006 Pontiac G6 2dr Coupe
201-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 102000 mi US $875 |
Fuel pump leaking, bad fuel sensor |
| 123000 mi US $3000 |
Oil leaks and emmison sensors |
| 125000 mi US $3700 |
Transmission started making a loud whining noise when shifting. Took to dealer they recommended a new transmission as something was broken inside. |
| 51000 mi US $1500 |
4 new tires, new shocks, struts, rotors, transmission fuel lines, coolant lines, brake pads, calibers |
| 78300 mi US $290 |
Serpentine belt wore out, needed replaced |
2005 Pontiac G6 4dr Sedan
200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| 117800 mi C $1100 |
Issue with injector on second cylinder. Took car to the shop three time until they finally found the issue (check engine light goes on for some time, then turns off). Also changed hoses, all spark pluges and coil for second cylinder. |
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