2010 Pontiac G5 problems

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Overview of popular issues
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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 2010 Pontiac G5 problems

The Pontiac G5, a compact sedan produced by General Motors, has been known to have several common problems based on complaints from its owners. Here are some of the most frequently reported issues:

Electrical System Issues: Another common problem area for the Pontiac G5 is its electrical system. One such issue is related to the ignition key getting stuck due to a failed shifter.

Power Steering Issues: The 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 have been recalled due to a potential sudden loss of power steering assist, which could occur at any time while driving. This issue can be particularly dangerous, as it can make the vehicle difficult to steer.

Automatic Transmission Issues: The 2009 Pontiac G5, along with other GM vehicles, has been recalled due to a potential issue with the automatic transmission's lever and linkage
Interior and Steering Problems: The Pontiac G5 has also been reported to have issues with its interior and steering systems. Complaints include cheap interior trim materials, limited rear-seat space, and a small trunk opening, as well as long and awkward doors on the coupe model.

In summary, the Pontiac G5 has several common problems that owners have reported, including suspension issues, electrical system problems, power steering issues, automatic transmission issues, and interior and steering problems. These issues can affect the safety, reliability, and overall satisfaction of the vehicle.

How reliable is the Pontiac G5?

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. Nice and compact.

What are the recalls on the 2010 Pontiac G5?

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.

Is 2009 Pontiac G5 a good car?

You might be a bit surprised to learn that the G5 is just as fuel-efficient as a Honda Civic. Even with better mpg, however, the 2009 Pontiac G5 is largely rental-fleet fodder. There are just too many faults, such as its lifeless handling, depressing interior and overall lack of sophistication.

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.

How reliable is the Pontiac G5?

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. Nice and compact.

What are the recalls on the 2010 Pontiac G5?

Is 2009 Pontiac G5 a good car?

How much horsepower does a 2010 Pontiac G5 have?

2010 Pontiac G5

Pricing
Base price	CA$15,895
Engine	2,2 l I-4
Power	155 hp @ 6,100 rpm (116 kW)
Torque	150 lb·ft @ 4,900 rpm (203 N·m)

2010 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:

Steering problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 2010 Pontiac G5 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

2010 Pontiac G5 complaints

The NHTSA has received 2 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2010 Pontiac G5.

2019-08-07

STEERING PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2019-08-01
VIN: 1G2AD5F56A7
Components: STEERING
Summary: SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE. FOUND THAT A RECALL FOR THIS FAILURE WAS IN PLACE. TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP AND BECAUSE THE PART (POWER STEERING MOTOR) HAD BEEN REPLACED PREVIOUSLY THEY SAID IT WOULD NOT BE COVERED. CALLED THE GM LINE AND ONCE MORE THEY WOULDN'T GIVE AN ANSWER EVEN AFTER TALKING TO THE SUPERVISOR. VIN DOES NOT SHOW UP IN THE RECALL LOOKUP, BUT THE VIN NUMBER FALLS WITHIN THE RANGE OF COVERED VEHICLES ON THE OFFICIAL BULLETIN. IN MY OPINION, REPLACING A DEFECTIVE PART WITH ANOTHER DEFECTIVE PART IS NOT HONORING THEIR RECALL. 2010 PONTIAC G5 BULLETIN NO.: 10023 RECALL NO.: 10V073000 RECALL DATE.: 03/03/2010 VIN: [XXX] DATE OF FAILURE: 08/01/2019 PART: POWER STEERING ASSIST MOTOR NEWEST PART #: 19368293 THEY HAVE CHANGED THE PART # NUMEROUS TIMES. (WHICH I BELIEVE INDICATES A RECURRING ISSUE) WHEN CALLING THE GM LINE THEY COULD NOT GIVE A COMPLETE ANSWER. TALKED WITH THE SUPERVISOR, WHO SAID IT HAD TO BE DISCUSSED WITH THE DEALERSHIP'S SERVICE ADVISOR. I REQUESTED WHAT THE ANSWER WOULD BE IF IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT IT WAS THE SAME ISSUE THAT WAS SPECIFIED ON THE RECALL AND STILL THEY REFUSED TO GIVE ME ANY CLEAR INFORMATION. BASICALLY, IT CAME DOWN TO EITHER SPEND THE $205 FOR THE PART AND REPLACING MYSELF, OR GAMBLING ANOTHER $200 TO TAKE IT IN AND HAVE IT POSSIBLY COVERED. ($400 QUOTED FOR PARTS AND LABOR.) I CHOSE TO REPLACE MYSELF. THEIR RECORDS SHOW THAT THIS CAR HAS HAD THE RECALL REPAIR PERFORMED INSTALLING THE NEWER "FIXED" PART. BUT HAVING THE EXACT SAME DEFECT HAPPEN STILL VERY EARLY IN THE PARTS LIFETIME MAKES ME QUESTION HOW MANY CARS THEY CLAIM TO HAVE FIXED THAT STILL HAVE THIS FAILURE HAZARD. THERE IS NO WARNING, POWER STEERING ASSIST JUST SUDDENLY STOPS. THANKS, [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR

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2015-03-02

STEERING PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2015-02-26
VIN: 1G2ZA5E0XA4
Components: STEERING
Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 PONTIAC G5. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE POWER STEERING OFF WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN. THE CONTACT POWERED THE VEHICLE OFF AND BACK ON AND IT RESUMED NORMAL OPERATION. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON ANOTHER OCCASION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 61,000.

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2010 Pontiac G5 recalls

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 2010 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.

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.

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Pontiac G5 Problems and Complaints - 9 Issues

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Mar 2, 2010 ... The recalls affect Cobalts from the 2005 to 2010 model years, Pontiac G5s from 2007 through 2010, as well as 2005 and 2006 Pontiac Pursuits.

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Power Door Lock Switches / Issues | G5 Club

https://www.g5club.net/threads/power-door-lock-switches-issues.27050/

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How Reliable is the Pontiac G5? | Pontiac Complaints

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