2005 Pontiac Pursuit problems

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Overview of popular issues
Analysis of common problems
Сomplaints list
Recalls list

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 2005 Pontiac Pursuit problems

Based on the search results, there are several common problems with the 2005 Pontiac Pursuit, as reported by owners of this car. These problems are related to the engine, electrical system, steering, suspension, and transmission.

Firstly, the engine of the 2005 Pontiac Pursuit may experience issues related to the control arm bushings, coil springs, and rear brakes. The control arm bushings may require replacement, which can cost around $1200, and the coil springs may also need to be replaced, which can cost around $122. Additionally, the rear brakes may need to be replaced, which can cost around $170 per brake, including labor. These issues can occur at an average mileage of around 68,200 miles.

Secondly, the electrical system of the 2005 Pontiac Pursuit may experience issues related to the rear window, steering column, and transmission control module (TCM). The rear window may stop working, which can cost around $1200 to repair, including labor.

Thirdly, the steering system of the 2005 Pontiac Pursuit may experience issues related to the control arm bushings. These issues can occur at an average mileage of around 59,520 miles.

Fourthly, the suspension system of the 2005 Pontiac Pursuit may experience issues related to the control arm bushings. These issues can occur at an average mileage of around 59,520 miles.

Lastly, the transmission system of the 2005 Pontiac Pursuit may experience issues related to the TCM and transmission. The TCM may stop communicating with the engine, which can result in a range of transmission issues, such as the car not shifting out of first gear, hard shifts into different gears, and the engine light being on permanently.

In summary, the 2005 Pontiac Pursuit may experience issues related to the engine, electrical system, steering, suspension, and transmission. These issues can occur at different mileage points and may require significant repairs or replacement of parts. It is important for owners of this car to be aware of these common problems and to address them promptly to ensure the safety and reliability of their vehicle.

How much horsepower does a 2005 Pontiac Pursuit have?

145 horsepower

Engine and transmission

The four-cylinder 2.2- litre ECOTEC engine generates 145 horsepower and 155 pound-feet of torque. It delivers adequate acceleration and pickup. The Pursuit is a bit noisy off the blocks, especially when cold.

How much horsepower does a 2006 Pontiac G5 pursuit have?

145-horsepower

The G5 Pursuit offers sporty performance with two race-inspired Ecotec four-cylinder engines and two responsive transmissions. A 145-horsepower (108-kw), Ecotec 2.2L engine is standard on base and SE Sport models, and a 171 horsepower (128-kw), Ecotec 2.4L engine is standard on the GT.

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What is the gas mileage on a 2005 Pontiac Pursuit?

Based on data from 5 vehicles, 45 fuel-ups and 10,791 miles of driving, the 2005 Pontiac Pursuit gets a combined Avg MPG of 26.81 with a 1.13 MPG margin of error.

2005 Pontiac Pursuit car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Pontiac Pursuit problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

Steering problems
Electrical system problems
Tires problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 2005 Pontiac Pursuit vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

2005 Pontiac Pursuit complaints

The NHTSA has received 2 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2005 Pontiac Pursuit.

2014-12-22

STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2012-07-24
VIN: 1G2AJ52F557
Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary: I AM ACTUALLY FROM OTTAWA, ONTARIO CANADA. I COULD NOT ENTER THAT BELOW. THIS IS A PERSISTENT ISSUE. IT OCCURS APPROX. TWICE A MONTH. MY CAR AT RANDOM INTERVALS OF TIME WILL BEEP FOUR TIMES AND MY READOUT ON THE DASHBOARD WILL GIVE ME A POWERSTEERING MESSAGE. MY SPEEDOMETER AND RPM GAUGES WILL GO UP AND DOWN CLEARLY NOT DISPLAYING THE CHANGES IN MY DRIVING AT THE TIME. THE CAR BEGINS TO KICK BACK REALLY HARD WITH ENOUGH FORCE TO BOUNCE ME AND ANYONE ELSE IN MY CAR AT THE TIME IN OUR SEATS. THESE KICKS HAVE NO RHYME OR REASON AND ARE NOT HAPPENING AS THE CAR SHIFTS GEARS. IN ADDITION WHEN YOU ATTEMPT TO STOP WHEN THIS IS HAPPENING THE CAR WILL SHAKE YOU TO A STOP WHICH REMINDS ME OF THE BIG RAIL GUN IN A RAMBO MOVIE AS I HOLD ON TO THE STEERING WHEEL. I HAVE BEEN TO A DEALERSHIP. THEY HAVE SEEN THE ISSUE AND DRIVEN WITH IT HAPPENING. THEY TELL ME THAT UNTIL IT BECOMES MORE PERSISTENT AND THEY CAN SEE IT ALMOST EVERY TIME I TURN THE KEY THEY WILL NOT BE ABLE TO FIND THE PROBLEM EVEN THOUGH THEY HAVE HAD THE CODES COME UP TWICE WHILE THE CAR IS IN THEIR CARE. I JUST WANT MY CAR TO BE SAFE SO THAT WHEN I TRAVEL WITH MY FAMILY I CAN BE CONFIDENT THAT NOTHING WILL HAPPEN BECAUSE OF A STUPID MALFUNCTION. *TR

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2007-12-13

TIRES PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2006-05-22
Number Of Injuries: 2
Crash: 1
Components: TIRES
Summary: A WOMAN BLEW A TIRE AND LOST CONTROL OF HER VEHICLE AND RAN INTO MY TRAILER AND CAME AT ME HEAD ON I SWERVED AWAY FROM HER AND JACKKNIFED INTO THE MEDIAN. MY QUESTION IS ,WAS THIS HER FAULT? ARE YOU SUPPOSE TO BE IN CONTROL OF YOUR VEHICLE AT ALL TIMES? PEOPLE ARE TELLING ME THAT THIS WAS NOT HER FAULT. THERE WAS NO DEFECTS FOUND WITH HER TIRES. PLEASE ANSWER SOON. I WOULD REALLY LIKE TO KNOW THE ANSWER TO THIS. IF A TRAILER DRIVER BLOWS A TIRE,AND RUNS INTO SOMEONE ISN'T IT ALWAYS THE DRIVERS FAULT? *TR

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2005 Pontiac Pursuit recalls

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 2005 Pontiac Pursuit.

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).

Additional sources

More sources of information about 2005 Pontiac Pursuit problems:

Common 2005 Pontiac Pursuit Problems - Expert Q&A

https://www.justanswer.com/pontiac/7r4ji-pontiac-pursuit-2005-pontiac-pursuit-having.html

May 11, 2013 ... When turning a corner the steering wheel turns fine but on the swing-back it occasionally offers anywhere from slight resistance to a stiff ...

SOLVED: Traction control light (and abs light) - Pontiac G6 - iFixit

https://www.ifixit.com/Answers/View/482543/Traction+control+light+(and+abs+light)

May 5, 2018 ... (Those systems are disabled in the event of some engine issues.) In my case it was a broken wire in the Intake Air Temp sensor circuit, right ...

Q&A: 2005 Pontiac Pursuit Stalling & Check Engine Light - Solutions

https://www.justanswer.com/pontiac/59imj-2005-pontiac-intermittently-stalls-check-engine-light.html

Jul 13, 2011 ... Your throttle body may be carboned up and need to be cleaned! This is very common! This can cause all sorts of idle and hesitation problems.

Misfire problems... | Pontiac G6 Forum

https://www.g6ownersclub.com/threads/misfire-problems.5342/

Oct 28, 2009 ... 2005-2006 Pontiac Pursuit (Canada Only) 2004 ... I have some questions regarding my 2007 Pontiac G6 3.5L engine. ... common problem, my 2009 G6 GT ...

Common Pontiac G5 Recalls & Front End Problems - Q&A Expert ...

https://www.justanswer.com/pontiac/37kx9-good-sucess-fixing-clunking-noise-front.html

Mar 2, 2010 ... Have you had good sucess fixing the clunking noise in the front end of the Pontiac G5, i have had a 2005 Cobalt that - Answered by a ...