2005 Pontiac G6: clunking or noise when steering

Filed Oct 24, 2018 · Steering · 133,000 miles · TN

There's a lot of popping in my steering column when I turn the steering wheel either direction and

Filed Jan 27, 2017 · Brakes, Lights · 200,000 miles · IL

The evening of january.24th,2017 I was traveling on the highway heading home and when I went to slow down because a semi pulled out in front of me I noticed the cars behind me were not reducing their speed & the car behind me almost hit me but swerved to avoid it then laid on their horn cussing me because my brake lights were not working until I let off the brakes they came on and stayed on, so I pulled over put car in park my husband got out and was checking things out and sure enough it was like they had a mind of their own. So I called for my father in law to come follow me home so that I would not cause an accident and when I went to put the car into gear my gear shift would not come out of park! So I shut car off let it set for 30 minutes started back up and my ignition got stuck and continued cranking over even after started, and now it seems to be a continuous thing with my car, my steering is making a noise almost like my wheels are going to fall off. I am scared this is a death trap

Filed Nov 8, 2014 · Steering · 148,000 miles · OH

Recall14e044000 we recently took my daughters g6 in to a gm dealer for this steering issue. We have play in the steering and the noise it makes is very scary. Driving is sloppy and at times depending on roads can make the car go all over the road. They have told us that they would not fix it under this recall. However the part we are having to replace is the middle shaft. This is my 19 yr old daughter driving this car why were we refused to have this fixed under this recall?

Filed Aug 21, 2014 · Steering · 98,000 miles · WI

Steering clunks during left turns. Was told this is caused by defective intermediate steering shaft. This is a design flaw and needs to be recalled.

Filed May 15, 2014 · Steering, Wheels · 135,000 miles · OH

You turn the steering wheel and the column makes noises and going down the road the wheel on passenger side feels like it is shaking ...I took it the shop and he said it would do no good to change the column because it would go bad in a few months these cars are known for that...and sometimes when I turn my key to start the car it is like it stays on like I'm trying to start it and I'm not touching the key then it goes off.

Filed May 14, 2012 · Steering · 52,345 miles · CA

2005 pontiac g6 making a loud clunking/popping noise when turning at low speeds. Had it checked at sears and was told it was a problem with the rack and pinion steering and I should take it to a gm dealership.

Filed Aug 7, 2011 · Steering · 45,000 miles · OH · crash

Purchased my g6 5/2011 with 34k miles. At 45k, slight 'clunk' noises began while steering at low speeds. Gradually got worse. This vehicle has major steering issues that cannot be permanently fixed according to mechanics that haven't been told to keep this 'on the hush' by gm. Gm knows about this problem and has recalled vehicles from other brands for safety based on this problem; however, has not recalled the pontiac's for reasons unknown. Most likely because the brand is dead - so much for gm support of their products. I am discouraged because I love my g6, but do not feel safe driving it and am forced to feel very unsafe in a car that is otherwise quite safe. I have lost faith in gm, and that is sad being the son of a gm retiree of 35 years of service. If this issue is not fixed soon, I will never purchase a gm vehicle again. I was going to purchase a brand-new buick lacrosse, but now have to wait to hear what gm will do about the steering issue because I can sell my g6. If I will be forced to pay for the repair (which will not fix the issue, it will come back), I will be d***ed if I'm going to drop $40k on a new gm automobile. Where is the commitment to safety? Not at gm. Approx. 52k miles - noticed steering clunking worsening, car began major steering drift & drag issues. Began to be hard to keep car centered on the road. Replaced tires & alignment to no avail. Problem is said to be with steering. Next, vehicle began to 'take' the steering wheel away from me while driving. While turning, wheel will unexpectedly jerk and turn itself. Have experienced the wheel turning itself full 90-degrees immediately as I begin accelerating from a stoplight. Have almost nailed cars next to mine because of this. Have to be very mindful of the issue at all times. At 58k miles, I attempted to turn around in a small parking lot next to the road. Turned in, and the vehicle unexpectedly jerked to the right - sending me through a fence and into a cement barrier. Thanks a lot gm.

Filed Mar 14, 2011 · Steering · 160,539 miles · MA

Steering gear was loose in my 2005 pontiac g6 which cause a lot of steering noise and concern. Brought to dealer and found it to be loose and they grease and tighened the gear shaft, note this is the third time.

Filed Sep 9, 2010 · Steering · 60,000 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 pontiac g6. The contact stated that the steering on the vehicle makes a knocking noise. He also stated that the power steering alarm and light do not illuminate. The manufacturer sent out a warranty extension on the steering issue. However, he was never contacted about the warranty extension until a couple of weeks ago stating the warranty had been extended to 100,000 miles. The manufacturer was contacted and they stated his vehicle was out of warranty and there was nothing they could do. The contact's vehicle had 105,000 miles on it when he received the letter. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage was 60,000. The current mileage was 105,000. Updated 12/22/10 *bf the consumer stated even though the dealer claimed the steering was fixed, there is still a knocking noise. The dealer stated the problem was a bushing separate from the steering column. Updated 12/29/10

Filed Feb 19, 2010 · Steering · 73,000 miles · OH

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 pontiac g6. The contact was driving approximately 35 MPH on normal road conditions. The steering wheel exhibited a loud popping noise. Suddenly, the steering wheel locked. The driver was able to pull over to the side of the road with caution. The vehicle restarted and resumed normal operations. The failure occurred intermittently. The vehicle was in the process of being repaired for the malfunction when the complaint was filed. The failure mileage was 73,000.

Filed Jan 4, 2010 · Steering · 56,123 miles · CT

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 pontiac g6. She stated that the rack and pinion failed and was replaced four times over a 14 month period. While driving approximately 45 MPH, she heard a popping noise while turning the steering wheel to the left or right. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the rack and pinion was replaced under the warranty. The failure persisted on three additional occasions. She was awaiting the fourth rack and pinion replacement. The failure mileages was 56,123 and the current was mileage was 89,036.

Filed Sep 11, 2009 · Steering · 80,000 miles · MO

I have a pontiac g6 and I am having the steering lock up and makes several popping sounds when turning I have had it in the shop several times and they always tell me there is nothing wrong with the car. It locks up seems like all the time and it is very scary to drive don't know where else to turn so I am asking for your help thank you