2008 Pontiac G5 problems
The Chevrolet Cobalt is a compact car introduced by Chevrolet in 2004 for the 2005 model year. The Cobalt replaced both the Cavalier and the Toyota-based Geo/Chevrolet Prizm as Chevrolet's compact car. The Cobalt was available as both a coupe and sedan, as well as a sport compact version dubbed the Cobalt SS. Like the Chevrolet HHR and the Saturn ION, it was based on the GM Delta platform.
A Pontiac version was sold in the United States and Mexico under the G5 name for 2007–2009. It was sold as the Pontiac G4 in Mexico for 2005–2006 and as the Pontiac G5 in Canada for its entire run (where it was briefly known as the Pontiac Pursuit and later Pontiac G5 Pursuit). The G5 replaced the Cavalier-related Pontiac Sunfire. While the Cobalt was available as a 2-door coupe and a 4-door sedan in all markets it was offered in, the G5 was only available as a coupé in the United States while a sedan version was sold alongside the coupé in Canada and Mexico.
As with their predecessors, all Cobalts and its Pontiac equivalents were manufactured at GM's plant in Ramos Arizpe, Mexico and Lordstown, Ohio. The United States Environmental Protection Agency classified the Cobalt as a subcompact car.
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Common 2008 Pontiac G5 problems
Based on complaints from owners of the Pontiac G5 2008, common problems with this car include:
- A/C Issues: Owners have reported major air conditioning problems with the 2008 Pontiac G5. The A/C may only blow out heat, even when turned off, and switching quickly from cold to hot may only provide temporary relief with cold air for a few minutes. The fan may also operate weaker when blowing cold air, and these issues have worsened over time, making driving in hot weather uncomfortable.
- Ignition Key Stuck Due to Failed Shifter: Another common problem involves the ignition key getting stuck due to a failed shifter. This issue has been reported by multiple owners and can be a frustrating experience when trying to start or turn off the vehicle.
- Power Steering Assist Loss: Some owners have experienced a sudden loss of power steering assist while driving their 2008 Pontiac G5. This unexpected loss of power steering can pose safety risks and make steering the vehicle more challenging.
- Electrical System Recalls: Recalls related to the electrical system have affected the 2008 Pontiac G5. These recalls may involve issues like the ignition switch moving out of the run position, leading to engine shutdown, or problems with the electric power steering motor, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
These problems highlight various issues that owners of the Pontiac G5 2008 have faced, ranging from comfort and convenience issues with the A/C to more critical safety concerns like power steering failures and electrical system malfunctions. Owners experiencing these problems should seek professional assistance to address and resolve these issues effectively.
What is the steering problem on a 2008 Pontiac G5?
2008 Pontiac G5 Recall
THE DRIVER MAY EXPERIENCE A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST THAT COULD OCCUR AT ANY TIME WHILE DRIVING. Action Need To Fix It: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING MOTOR FREE OF CHARGE. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE.
Is Pontiac G5 reliable?
An extremely reliable, fun car
I got this car used, and it's been the best car I've owned. It's extremely dependable, and it's a lot of fun to drive.
How many miles will a 2007 Pontiac G5 last?
100,000-150,000 miles is the life expectancy of american made and 150-200,000 can be somewhat common on foreign made cars.
What year did they stop making Pontiac G5?
General Motors discontinued the Pontiac G5 in the United States in 2009. One year later in 2010, General Motors discontinued the Pontiac G5 in both Canada and Mexico. The G5 was discontinued as a direct result of General Motors phasing out the Pontiac brand in 2010.
Is the 2008 Pontiac G5 a good car?
In the corners though the g5 shows its sporty side offering. Strong grip with little complaint from the tires. One of the g5s. Shortcomings is its poor rearward visibility.
Is Pontiac G5 reliable?
An extremely reliable, fun car
I got this car used, and it's been the best car I've owned. It's extremely dependable, and it's a lot of fun to drive.
What is the mileage on a 2008 Pontiac G5?
2008 Pontiac G5/Pursuit
| EPA MPG | Owner MPG Estimates |
|---|---|
| 2008 Pontiac G5/Pursuit 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Manual 5-spd | |
| Regular Gasoline | View Estimates How can I share my MPG? |
| 26 combined city/highway MPG 22 city 31 highway 3.8 gals/100 miles | |
| 2008 Pontiac G5/Pursuit 4 cyl, 2.2 L, Manual 5-spd |
What is the fuel capacity of a Pontiac G5 2008?
13 gal
Fuel & MPG
312/429 mi. 13 gal.
2008 Pontiac G5 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Pontiac G5 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
- Electrical system problems
- Air bags problems
- Steering problems
- Suspension problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2008 Pontiac G5 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2008 Pontiac G5
The NHTSA has received 112 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2008 Pontiac G5. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2008 Pontiac G5 vehicles.
2024-04-12
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-12
- VIN: 1G2AL18F387
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Not sure if ignition has ever been changed but I’ve been reading that there is a recall on my eps system as to that matter I have no power steering and would like to kno if it will be covered if I take it to gm dealership close to me
2023-10-10
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-10
- VIN: 1G2AL18F887
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2008 Pontiac G5. The contact stated that while driving at 2 MPH, the steering wheel had become firm. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not towed or taken to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 121,400.
2023-05-03
AIR BAGS,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-27
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G2AL18F287
- Components: AIR BAGS,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2008 Pontiac G5. The contact stated that while making a right turn in an intersection the vehicle failed to accelerate causing a crash with a second vehicle. During the crash, the air bags did not deploy. The driver sustained a shoulder and back injury and the passenger sustained a left torso injury which required medical treatment. A police report was taken at the scene and the vehicle was towed away. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified of the failures. The failure mileage was undetermined.
2023-02-02
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-08-30
- VIN: 1G2AN18B187
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The airbag warning light came on having no prior issues with the car. The car was taken to the local GM dealer, [XXX]. Diagnostics have revealed the Passenger Presence Module may be defective and was not communicating with the SDM. The passenger airbag goes into default mode and turns the airbag off, posing a safety threat to a front passenger. This symptom first appeared August 2022. The vehicle had approximately 120,000 miles on it. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
2022-04-11
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-04-05
- VIN: 1g2al18f687
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2008 Pontiac G5. The contact stated while driving the vehicle into the garage, there was an abnormal gasoline fumes odor. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and diagnosed with rusted fuel lines from underneath the engine to the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was currently being repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure; however, no assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 33,000.
2020-10-03
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-03
- VIN: 1G2AN18B287
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: LEAKY FUEL LINES TOWARD THE LEFT REAR WHEEL WELL. LARGE PUDDLES OF GASOLINE UNDER THE CAR WHEN PARKED. VISIBLE GAS LEAK
2020-05-04
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-05-04
- VIN: 1G2AL18F487
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: CAR LEAKS GAS TOWARD FRONT OF CAR DRIVER SIDE AFTER IT HAS BEEN RUNNING. IT ALSO HAS AN ODOR OF GAS RADIATING AROUND THE CAR AFTER IT HAS BEEN RUN. THIS CAR HAS BEEN RECALLED FOR THIS PROBLEM IN REGIONALLY HOT STATES. GM ALAN ADLER SAID THEY WOULD REPAIR CARS THAT HAS THE PROBLEM OUTSIDE OF THE DESIGNATED STATES, BUT PONTIAC REFUSES. SEE ATT.
2020-04-23
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-04-22
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: 1G2AL18F087
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING IN TOWN AROUND OTHER VEHICLES NAMELY THOSE WITH BRIGHT LIGHTS AND AT STOP LIGHTS. IT FELT AS THOUGH THERE WAS A TON OF PRESSURE INSIDE MY VEHICLE ALMOST LIKE THE THE WINDOWS WERE GOING TO EXPLODE. IM NOT SURE HOW TO EXPLAIN IT MAYBE A GRAVATAIONAL DOWNWARD PULL? ALMOST LIKE A CHEMICAL BURN FROM THE BRIGHTNESS OF OTHER HEADILGHTS AND THE VEHICLE MIRRORS MIXED CHEMICAL NOMENCLATURE WERE HAVING A BAD REACTION. THIS CAUSED ME TO BECOME AWARE OF AN ISSUE. I TOOK THE VEHICLE IN AND HAD THE BATTERY TESTED NOTICING THE BATTERY WAS LOCATED IN THE TRUNK WITH NO PROTECTION SURROUNDING THE BATTERY AND WIRES SEMI EXPOSED PLACED NEXT TO FUSES AND SHEET METAL. WHO DESIGNES THINGS LIKE THAT? THATS A DISASTER WAITING TO HAPPEN. TODAY MY HEAD STILL HURTS AND I WILL BE SEEKING A MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL.
2020-03-03
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-02-27
- VIN: 1G2AL18F587
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: POWER STEERING CUT OUT WHEN TURNING A CORNER. WHEN DRIVING STRAIGHT AHEAD, THE STEERING SEEMS FINE. WHEN TURNING RIGHT OR LEFT TO GO AROUND A CORNER, THE STEERING WHEEL DOES NOT EASILY TURN BACK TO THE STRAIGHT AHEAD POSITION. I WAS DRIVING ON A CITY STREET AT 30 MPH AND SLOWED TO MAKE A RIGHT HAND TURN, AND WHILE TURNING L FELT THE POWER STEERING GIVE OUT WHEN TRYING TO COME OUT OF THE TURN.
2019-11-02
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-11-01
- VIN: 1G2AL18F887
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: HAD RECALL FOR THE IGNITION SWITCH. GOT IT REPLACED NOW THE KEY BROKE OFF IN IT
2019-09-25
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-09-25
- VIN: 1G2AL18F287
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: SERVICE AIR BAGS SHOWS ON DASH ON STARTUP, BOUGHT THIS WAY FROM HOLZ CHEVY IN HALES CORNERS, WI. WAS TOLD IT WAS A NON ISSUE. ELECTRICAL- CHANGES FROM RADIO TO AUX RANDOMLY, THE BACK SPEAKERS WORK CONSTANTLY, THE DRIVER SIDE NEVER WORKS AND THE PASSENGER SIDE WORKS ON OCCASION (IF YOU HIT A POT HOLE HARD ENOUGH IT'LL GO ON/OFF). FUEL- FUEL LINE WAS LEAKING FROM DRIVER SIDE, IN FRONT OF REAR WHEEL. RIGHT BY THE HEAT SHIELD.
2019-05-31
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-31
- VIN: 1G2AL18F187
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: MY 2008 G5 HAS A STRONG GAS SMELL BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE CAR. I CHECKED FOR RECALLS AND SAW THAT 2008 G5'S HAVE BEEN RECALLED FOR A FUEL LEAK DUE TO A DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMP MODULE BUT ONLY IN HOTTER STATES. I'M IN SC AND WE CERTAINLY SHOULD QUALIFY AS A HOTTER STATE WITH TEMPS IN THE UPPER 90'S IN THE SPRING. GM RECALLED THE '06 AND '07 G5'S IN SC FOR FUEL LEAKS SO THEY SHOULD RECALL THE '08 MODEL TOO SINCE IT HAS THE SAME PROBLEM (RECALL 09V-419) MY CAR HAS ONLY 31,903 MILES ON IT SO I SHOULD NOT BE STUCK WITH THE COST OF REPAIRING AN ONGOING FUEL LEAK PROBLEM THAT GM HAS HAD WITH '06-'08 MODELS. MY MOTHER BOUGHT THIS CAR NEW FROM THE DEALERSHIP AND IT HAS BEEN GARAGE KEPT AND DRIVEN VERY LITTLE. GM SHOULD REPAIR ALL THE 2008 G5'S THAT ARE LEAKING FUEL, NOT JUST THE ONES IN A SELECT FEW STATES. FUEL LEAKS ARE DANGEROUS AND COULD RESULT IN A FIRE IN ANY STATE.
2019-04-02
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-03-31
- VIN: 1G2AL18F387
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: STARTED TO SMELL A STRONG FUEL ODOR IN GARAGE. NOTICED ABOUT A FOOT IN FRONT OF THE DRIVER SIDE REAR TIRE DRIPPING GASOLINE FROM FUEL LINE NEXT TO THE PLASTIC CLIP THERE. THIS IS VERY CLOSE TO THE EXHAUST PIPE AND VERY DANGEROUS. WENT ONLINE AND SAW SEVERAL SIMILAR COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS ISSUE AND HOW THERE WAS AN ASSOCIATED RECALL BUT ONLY FOR 5-6 STATES. NOT SURE WHY ONLY THESE STATES WERE LISTED BUT IN LINE WITH MANY OF THE OTHER COMPLAINTS THE PLASTIC CLIP HOLDING THOSE FUEL LINES WAS HOLDING SALT AND BRINE OF THE WINTER MONTHS AND CAUSING CORROSION AT THAT SPOT. TAKING THE CAR IN TO A DEALER TO HAVE IT LOOKED AT AND AM FULLY EXPECTING TO HAVE TO REPLACE THE WHOLE FUEL LINE AT $600-1000 SIMILARLY TO THE OTHER COMPLAINTS I SAW. IF THIS ISSUE WAS ALREADY RECALLED FOR SOME STATES THEN IT NEEDS TO BE RECALLED FOR ALL OF THEM AS IT IS CLEARLY AN ONGOING AND PERSISTENT ISSUE.
2019-03-21
AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-03-19
- VIN: 1G2AL18F387
- Components: AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
- Summary: BROKEN PASSENGER SIDE SEATBELT RETRACTOR. BROKEN SEATBELT RETRACTOR= AIRBAG NOT WORKING=DEATHTRAP.
2018-11-09
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-11-08
- VIN: 1G2AL18F687
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 PONTIAC G5. PERIODICALLY, THE CONTACT NOTICED AN ODOR OF FUEL INSIDE THE VEHICLE AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ODOR WENT AWAY. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR ROUTINE SERVICE, THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED A FUEL LEAK IN AN UNKNOWN PART OF THE VEHICLE AND RECOMMENDED THAT THE FUEL LINES BE REPLACED. THE DEALER WAS NOT CALLED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 90,915.
2018-09-15
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-09-14
- VIN: 1G2AL18F687
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: CAR SPEEDS UP WITHOUT PRESSING THE GAS PETAL AND IT'S HARD TO STOP IT WHEN IN MOTION ON INTERSTATE IT STOPPED OUT OF NOWHERE AND TURNED OFF WITH AN 18 WHEELER BEHIND ME LIKE TO HAVE KILLED ME GOT CAR IN NEUTRAL FINALLY FORCEFULLY PRAYING THAT JESUS PROTECT ME BECAUSE IT WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO GEAR AND PULLED OVER TO SIDE OF ROAD. I'M SCARED TO DRIVE MY CAR. DRIVING DOWN ROAD STEERING WHEEL LOCKS UP CAUSES ENGINE TO SHAKE WHOLE CAR AND BACKFIRES MY CAR RIDES REALLY ROUGH. MESSED UP POWER STEERING HAS CAUSED MY BLINKERS NOT TO WORK NOW. I'M REALLY SAD. THE ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON EVERY TIME I PUT GAS IN MY CAR. THE TRANSMISSION ACTS UP AND WHEN DRIVING MY CAR IT'S LIKE IT DOESN'T KNOW WHAT GEAR IT SHOULD BE IN SO IT JERKS REALLY BAD.
2018-07-07
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-06-26
- VIN: 1G2AL18F287
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: ON THE26TH OF JUNE 2018 I WAS LEAVING WORK WHEN ALL IF A SUDDEN WHEN I STARTED IT UP THERE WAS BAD KNOCKING COMING FROM ENGINE WHEN INCREASING RPM'S. I TOOK IT TO MECHANIC AND REQUESTED MY OIL TO BE CHANGED AND TO CHECK WHY IT WAS KNOCKING. AT THAT POINT I WAS TOLD THERE WAS METAL SHAVINGS IN THE OLD OIL AS WELL AS FILTER. I WAS SHOWN THIS BY THE MECHANIC. HE STATED BERRINGS WERE GOING AND I WOULD HAVE TO REBUILD OR REPLACE THE ENGINE. CONFIRMED BY ANOTHER MECHANIC. UPON RETURNING HOME ABOUT 30 MIN LATER I NOTICED FRESH OIL UNDER MY CAR. I TOOK IT BACK AND WAS SHOWN A MAJOR OIL LEAK AT THE TIMING CHAIN COVER. TURNS OUT THE BOLT CAME LOOSE. HE TIGHTENED AND OIL STOPPED LEAKING. THIS WAS PROBABLY THE CAUSE OF BEARINGS GOING OUT. THIS WAS A SUDDEN ISSUE AND NOT OVER A PERIOD OF TIME. THE CAR HAS 45K ORIGINAL MILES ON IT. HOW CAN THIS BE? 10 YEARS OLD BUT ONLY 45K MILES.
2018-06-15
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-06-03
- VIN: 1G2AL18F487
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: MY CAR IS LEAKING G FUEL BY DRIVERS DOOR AND TIRE.MY CAR WAS IN THE RECALL BUT NOT MY STATE. MAKES NO SENSE. MY CAR WAS A RENTAL FOR MANY YEARS BEFORE I BOUGHT IT . WHY IS MY VIN# NOT IN RECALL.. IF I BLOW UP SOMEONE WILL LET YOU KNOW. THANKS.
2018-03-29
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-03-26
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: SERVICE AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON RANDOMLY IN THE DIC WHILE DRIVING ON CITY STREETS AND HIGHWAYS.
2017-09-25
SUSPENSION,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-09-22
- VIN: 1G2AL18F387
- Components: SUSPENSION,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: HI! I NOTICED VERY STRONG GAS FUMES AFTER FILLING MY CAR WITH GAS. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALER ON FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2017 AND HAD THE FUEL PUMP REPLACED, AFTER FILLING MY CAR WITH A TANK OF GAS, I NOTICED STRONG FUMES IN THE CAR. I NOTICED THE FUEL NEEDLE WENT FROM 401 MILES TO 388. I DROVE HOME PARKED MY CAR IN THE GARAGE MOMENTS LATER MY DAUGHTER ARRIVED HOME AND BEGAN COMPLAINING ABOUT THE STRONG GAS FUMES IN THE GARAGE AND GAS LEAKING UNDERNEATH MY CAR. I GOT OUT OF BED WENT INTO THE GARAGE, THEN I SMELT HEAVY GAS FUMES AND SAW THE GAS ON MY GARAGE FLOOR. I BACKED THE CAR OUT OF THE GARAGE AND LEFT THE GARAGE DOOR OPEN.
2017-06-02
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-04-01
- VIN: 1G2AL18F487
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 PONTIAC G5. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO SHUT OFF THE VEHICLE, THE KEY COULD NOT BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE KEY TURNED ENOUGH TO SHUT THE ENGINE OFF, BUT DID NOT TURN ENOUGH TO SHUT OFF THE ELECTRONICS AND LIGHTS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN UNKNOWN DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE IGNITION SWITCH WAS FAULTY. THE IGNITION SWITCH WAS REPLACED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED TWO MONTHS LATER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER AND OIL WAS APPLIED TO THE IGNITION SWITCH. AFTER RETRIEVING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THE FAILURE WAS STILL PRESENT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000.
2017-04-11
AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-03-23
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G2AL18F087
- Components: AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 PONTIAC G5. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DAUGHTER STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN AND ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE THE VEHICLE FORWARD, THE VEHICLE THEN VIOLENTLY ACCELERATED CAUSING THE RPMS TO INCREASE EXCESSIVELY. THE DRIVER STEERED THE VEHICLE INTO A MEDIUM AND CRASHED HEAD ON IN ORDER TO AVOID CRASHING INTO OTHER VEHICLES. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO VERIFY IF A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE DRIVER DID NOT RECEIVE ANY INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS CLEARED SAFE TO DRIVE BY THE DEALER HOWEVER THE FAILURE RECURRED AND IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE IT WOULD HAVE TO BE TURNED OFF. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AGAIN HOWEVER FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 143,000.
2016-12-05
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-12-03
- VIN: 1G2AL18F687
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: FUEL LINE RUSTED OUT CAUSING FUEL LEAKAGE. THE BRACKET THAT HOLDS FUEL LINES ALSO RETAINS SALT AND BRINE DEPOSITS AND IS OF POOR DESIGN CAUSING FUEL LINES TO RUST THROUGH ONE SPOT ONLY. IT IS LOCATED A FOOT IN FRONT OF REAR DRIVER SIDE TIRE UNDERNEATH. ABOUT A INCH AWAY FROM EXHAUST. FUEL POURS OUT A STEADY DROP AND PUDDLES UNDERNEATH HOT EXHAUST. THIS IS NOT THE FUEL PUMP RECALL PROBLEM ALREADY LISTED. REPAIR COSTS $951.87 AT DEALERSHIP. LOOKING UNDERNEATH CAR ALL THE LINE WAS RUST FREE EXCEPT THIS FUEL BRACKET AREA. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS TO HAVE FUEL LEAKING ON TO PAVEMENT AND UNDER HOT EXHAUST. AS GAS EVAPORATES ITS FUMES COULD START A FIRE. A PERSON MAY DRIVE FOR MANY MILES WITHOUT NOTICING THE FUEL LEAKING. THE GAS FUMES ENTER THE INSIDE OF CAR. IF A PERSON SMOKES THIS COULD ALSO CAUSE EXPLOSION ALL FROM POOR DESIGN AND NO RECALL TO REPLACE FUEL LINE AND BRACKET. THE FUEL LEAK IS CONSTANT STATIONARY, IN MOTION ON STREET AND HIGHWAY. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS.
2016-10-07
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-09-30
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: 2008 PONTIAC G5, APPROX. 77,000 MILES. FAILED ANNUAL INSPECTION DUE TO FUEL LEAK IN FUEL LINE, DRIVERS SIDE, REAR, JUST IN FRONT OF TIRE. CLOSE INSPECTION OF FUEL LINE, SHOWED IT TO BE THE FUEL RETURN LINE, THAT HAD RUSTED A SMALL HOLE DUE TO SHIELDING THAT WAS AROUND THE LINE IN THAT AREA RETAINING MOISTURE (SHIELDING WAS FIBERGLASS LOOKING IN APPEARANCE AND COVERED IN SILVER COVERING AND MOST LIKELY IS A HEAT SHIELD AS LIKE ARE ABOUT A FOOT FROM THE EXHAUST PIPE. THIS IS A POOR DESIGN AS IT RETAINS MOISTURE AROUND THE LINE CAUSING IT TO RUST. DEALER ESTIMATE TO REPAIR (REPLACING ENTIRE FUEL LINE WAS $700+. THIS APPEARS TO BE A COMMON ISSUE WITH THESE CARS (CHEVY AND SATURN VERSIONS TOO) SUGGEST DEALERS RECALL THESE CARS AND REPLACE WITH STAINLESS FUEL LINES IF LINES ARE RUSTY.
2016-08-09
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-08-02
- VIN: 1G2AL55F287
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I GOT THIS USED CAR LAST YEAR AND I WAS NOT AWARE OF THE RECALL SYSTEM. RECENTLY I CHECKED THE NHTSA WEBSITE AND I SAW THE RECALL NUMBER 14E021000 FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH. I GOT THAT ONE FIXED BUT MY AIRBAG SYSTEM IS ALSO HAVE PROBLEM. AS IT IS MENTIONED IN THE SUMMARY OF RECALL NUMBER 14E021000, THE ISSUE WITH SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH CAN CAUSE AIR BAG ISSUES. I WAS WONDERING HOW CAN I TELL THE DEALER TO TAKE CARE OF THE AIRBAG SYSTEM FOR FREE BECAUSE THE SOURCE OF AIR BAG ISSUE SEEMS TO BE INITIATED FROM THE IGNITION PROBLEM. (FOR WHEN DID THIS HAPPEN, I INSERTED 08/02/2015, THE APPROX TIME THAT I BOUGHT THE CAR. BECAUSE IT WAS LIKE THIS WHEN I GOT THE CAR.)
2008 Pontiac G5 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 5 recalls for different components of the 2008 Pontiac G5.
2014-04-30
- Manufacturer: UCI-FRAM Group
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
- Summary: UCI-FRAM Group is recalling certain LS1328 ignition Switches sold as Wells LS1328, Duralast LS1328, Airtex 1S6097, and Carquest 53-27479, and LS1497 Ignition Switches sold as Wells LS1497, Duralast LS1497, Airtex 1S10961, and Carquest 53-27967, for use on various General Motors model and model year vehicles during repair and replacement of the original ignition switch. The weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the affected ignition switches to move out of the run position, turning off the engine and disabling the air bags.
- Consequence: If the ignition switch moves from the run position to accessory, the car would stall and the air bags will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of personal injury to the occupants.
- Remedy: UCI-FRAM Group has notified its purchasers to quarantine and return all inventory. Any switches already installed in vehicles will be replaced by GM dealers as part of NHTSA recall 14V-047, free of charge. UCI-Fram's purchasers should contact UCI-FRAM Group at 1-800-890-2075. GM vehicle owners requiring additional information on that recall campaign should contact GM at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), 1-800-762-2737 (Pontiac) or 1-800-553-6000 (Saturn).
2014-04-10
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
- Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 2006-2011 Chevrolet HHR, 2007-2010 Pontiac G5, 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice, 2003-2007 Saturn Ion, and 2007-2010 Saturn Sky vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the key can be removed from the ignition when the ignition is not in the "Off" position.
- Consequence: If the key can be removed from the ignition when the ignition is not in the "off" position, the vehicle could roll away: (a) for an automatic transmission, if the transmission is not in the "Park" position; or (b) for a manual transmission, if the parking brake is not engaged and the transmission is not in the "Reverse" position. This potential for rollaway increases the risk for a crash and occupant or pedestrian injuries.
- Remedy: General Motors will notify owners, and for vehicles that were built with the defective ignition cylinder and have not previously had the ignition cylinder replaced with the redesigned part, dealers will replace the ignition cylinder and cut and, if necessary, re-learn two ignition/door keys for each vehicle. For vehicles that were built with the redesigned ignition cylinder or had the ignition cylinder replaced with the redesigned part, dealers will cut and, if necessary, re-learn two ignition/door keys for each vehicle. The recall began on April 18, 2014. Chevrolet owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-222-1020, Pontiac owners at 1-800-762-2737, and Saturn owners at 1-800-553-6000. General Motors' number for this recall is 14113 for the ignition lock cylinder and key replacement, and 14133 for only key replacements. Note: Until a vehicle has been remedied, owners and operators are advised that when exiting, to be sure that the vehicle is in "Park," or in the case of a manual transmission, that the vehicle is in the "Reverse" position and the parking brake is engaged.
2014-02-10
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on February 10, 2014 that they are recalling 619,122 model year 2005-2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, and 2007 Pontiac G5 vehicles. On February 25, 2014, GM increased the recall to include an additional 748,024 model year 2006-2007 Chevrolet HHR and Pontiac Solstice vehicles and 2003-2007 Saturn Ion vehicles and 2007 Saturn Sky vehicles. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine. On March 27, 2014, GM notified the agency that the defective ignition switches may have been used as service replacement parts on other vehicles, and as a result GM will be recalling certain model year 2008-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, Saturn Sky, and Pontiac G5 and Solstice, and 2008-2011 Chevrolet HHR vehicles. The part numbers for the service parts are 10392423 (a/k/a ACDelco D1461F), 10392737, 15857948, 15854953, 15896640, and 25846762. This expansion represents an additional 823,788 vehicles.
- Consequence: 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.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. An interim notification was issued to owners of 2007 and earlier models on March 10, 2014, informing them of the safety defect. Owners of 2008 and later vehicles will be mailed an interim letter on April 21, 2014. All affected owners will receive another letter once parts are available. The recall began on April 18, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, Pontiac at 1-800-762-2737 or Saturn at 1-800-553-6000. GM's number for the initial recall is 13454 and 14063 for the expansion. GMs recall number for the vehicles that may have received the replacement parts is 14092. Note: Until the recall repairs have been performed, it is very important that customers remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the vehicle key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. Always wear your seatbelt.
2012-09-19
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007 Chevrolet Equinox and Pontiac Torrent vehicles originally sold or currently registered in Arizona, California, Nevada, and Texas; model year 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, Pontiac G5, and Saturn ION vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in, Arizona, California, Florida, Nevada, or Texas; model year 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt and Pontiac G5 vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in, Arizona; and model year 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt and Pontiac G5 vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Nevada, Oklahoma, or Texas. Some of these vehicles have a condition in which the plastic supply or return port on the fuel pump module may crack, which could cause a fuel leak.
- Consequence: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Notification to owners began on on November 21, 2012. Owners were instructed to not bring their vehicles in for repair until January 2013. Owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-521-7300.
2010-03-03
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
- Summary: GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 CHEVROLET COBALT AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2010 PONTIAC G5 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ELECTRIC POWER STEERING. THE DRIVER MAY EXPERIENCE A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST THAT COULD OCCUR AT ANY TIME WHILE DRIVING.
- Consequence: IF POWER STEERING ASSIST IS LOST, IT WOULD REQUIRE GREATER DRIVER EFFORT AT LOW VEHICLE SPEEDS, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING MOTOR FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS ARE BEING NOTIFIED ON A ROLLING BASIS BETWEEN MARCH 29 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2010. A COPY OF THE MAILING SCHEDULE IS LOCATED IN THE RECALL FILE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438 AND PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668 OR AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
Negative 2008 Pontiac G5 car reviews
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It's great to hear that you're considering this car! From my experience, this car has been extremely reliable, with only one minor repair needed in the two years that I've owned it. The driving experience is incredibly smooth, and everyone who has driven it agrees. The interior is comfortable and there are no rattles or noise. The back seat feels much larger than it looks, and dips down to give more room for rear passengers. The battery is located in the trunk, which is not a big deal. Additionally, the seats adjust perfectly for shorter drivers like myself, at only 5'2
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The dealership was really great and friendly. However, I have been experiencing an issue where the car pulls and roars every time I give it gas or go up a hill. It's not supposed to behave like that. I have taken it to the dealership, but they said there was nothing wrong with it. I will keep taking it back until the issue is resolved.
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Haven't spent much other than tires and oil changes. Your vehicle runs great and will continue to do so for another 12 years!
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I hope you're doing well! I noticed that you purchased this car back in May '08. I'm glad to hear that you had a positive experience with it! It's great to know that the gas mileage is fairly good, with 25 city and 32 highway. Plus, the price is right, which is always a bonus. It's definitely a great alternative to the Japanese products out there. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
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I hope you're doing well! I just wanted to share my experience with my G5. I purchased it last year with 126k miles and it's still in great condition with no rust underneath. It's a blast to drive and has plenty of power. I actually bought it to save money on gas since my 15 Chevy 2500 only gets 9mpg, but with the G5, I'm getting a whopping 27mpg!
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Jerrell Ruecker 2024-10-08
I am sorry to hear about your negative experience with GM products. It sounds like you had some issues with your 05 Pontiac G6 and your 08 G5. I understand that you needed a commuter car with better gas mileage, but it seems like the G5 did not meet your expectations. It is disappointing to hear that you had to take it to the shop multiple times and that you experienced issues with the engine, wind noise, rattles, and rough shifting transmission. I hope that you are able to find a car that better suits your needs and provides a more positive experience.
Santiago Wisozk 2024-10-07
I purchased this car in January with the hope of saving on gas, given the high gas prices at the time. However, I was disappointed with my experience. As an avid weightlifter and a big guy at 6'2 and 260 pounds, I found that my upper body felt cramped in the car due to its size and lack of headroom. I would not recommend this car to bigger guys as it may not be comfortable for them.
Javon Beatty 2024-06-27
I recently said goodbye to my car after owning it for almost two years. While it had decent power, styling, and MPG, unfortunately, it had way too many problems. Here's a list of some of the issues it had: power windows, power door locks, sunroof switch bezel repeatedly fell off, standard transmission shifting problems, water in headlight assembly, and the CD/radio had to be replaced twice (both the original and the replacement failed). Although the car did start and run every day, I believe that the benchmark for a 'new' car should be a little higher than that. I wish I had done more research before purchasing it. My main reason for choosing it was the 'good deal' (rebates). Sorry GM, but I've moved on and just purchased a Mazda.
Dorian Crist 2024-06-04
Hi there! Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're sorry to hear that you had some trouble with the lower control arms and fuel mileage. We understand how frustrating that can be. We appreciate your feedback and will take it into consideration. If you have any further concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. Thank you!
Henry Mills 2024-05-17
This car has not met my expectations since the day I bought it. I purchased it to save on gas, but I regret trading in my 2006 GTO for this vehicle.