Tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac g5. The contact stated that while driving 15 MPH, the brake failed to engage as the steering wheel seized. The contact proceeded to lose control of the vehicle and crashed into another vehicle. The contact was not injured and a police report was not filed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times for the failure. The brake system was cleaned however, the failure was not corrected. The manufacturer was contacted and denied any assistance with the brake failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 71,000. Kmj updated 10/17/13
2008 Pontiac G5 steering complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac g5. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 MPH and making a left turn, the driver lost control of the steering and crashed into another vehicle. There were no injuries. The police reported to the scene and a report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a body shop for body repair. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis. The technician stated a was fuse from the electronic power steering control module had blown and would have to be replaced. The vehicle was a included and repaired prior to the failure under the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v073000 (steering). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 105,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac g5. The contact stated that while traveling 65 MPH, an unknown warning light illuminated as the vehicle became difficult to steer. The contact was able to merge to the side of the road. The vehicle was restarted and began to function normally. The vehicle was able to be driven to the contact's home but was not taken to a mechanic or the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the issue and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 10v073000 (steering:electric power assist system). The failure and current mileages were 189,000.
There is something wrong with the steering in these cars. Steering will still lock up, at low vehicle speeds. The recall two years ago has not helped the situation. There is something wrong with the steering column and steering rack with these cars. Suspension/steering clunks and rattles like it is about to fall off! Very unsafe!
No steering, crashed into a pole.
Vehicle starting making clunking and rattling sounds in front suspension. Had to have lower control arm bushings replaced, new tie rods, and sway bar links installed. Before the repairs, the steering had become extremely loose and was hard to handle on the highway.
Tl*the contact owns 2008 pontiac g6. While traveling 15 MPH the contact heard a hissing sound coming from the front end of the vehicle, seconds later the power steering had suddenly stop functioning. The vehicle was taken to the dealership where the contact was informed that the failure could not be determined. The current and failure mileages were 69000.
While trying to park my 2008 pontiac g5, the steering will lock up. No warning light or warning messages come on. The steering literally locks for a second and then goes back to normal. This began happening at about 20,000 miles. It will do this occasionally without warning.
Intermediate shaft on a 2008 pontiac g5 was replaced due to clunking when turning the steering wheel while vehicle is traveling at a low speed. The problem started around 15,000 miles and the part was replaced by the dealer at 29,000 miles.
Control arm bushings in a 2008 pontiac g5 (chevy cobalt twin) needed replacing at 34,000 miles. Steering would make loud noises when hitting bumps and was told that the steering can fall apart if not repaired.
Approaching a busy intersection, my pontiac g5's brakes failed to work. I could tell the hydraulics systems was working as I could hear metal on metal but it did nothing to slow down the vehicle. The vehicle's cdr showed the vehicle accelerating at full throttle although I know my foot was on the brake pedal as evidenced by the metal on metal sound. Plus a witness saw smoke coming from my vehicle. I was able to turn prior to going through the intersection and aimed for a fire hydrant to try to slow down. It did nothing to slow the vehicle, I tried to turn right to join the traffic direction, but the steering did not work. I then hit another vehicle.
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 pontiac g5 coupe. While driving approximately 8 MPH in a parking lot the contact tried to turn the steering wheel; however, it failed to turn causing him to crash into a concrete post. The dealer confirmed that the failure was caused by the steering column. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 35,000.
Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) fall of 2009 in a 2008 pontiac g5 [xxx]traveling north on rt 119 toward indiana pa, slowing down to exit car steering failed car went directly into the guard causing my mother , sister and her friend to be brought to the hospital with injuries. No air bag deployment at all.
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