My Transmission failed on me driving on the highway.
2005 Pontiac G6 transmission problems
48 complaints (7% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 100,000. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 48
- of this car's complaints
- 7%
- typical mileage
- 100,000
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Automatic transmission7
- Manual transmission: shift pattern indicator1
- Driveline: driveshaft1
- Driveline1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Pontiac G6 transmission problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2005 Pontiac G6 transmission
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Power train: automatic transmission
- What is wrong
- General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on April 29, 2014, that they are recalling 56,214 model year 2007 and 2008 Saturn Aura vehicles. On May 22, 2014, GM increased the recall to include an additional 1,074,899 model year 2004-2008 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured from May 16, 2003, through October 5, 2007, model year 2004-2007 Malibu Maxx vehicles manufactured from June 25, 2003, through April 5, 2007, and model year 2005-2008 Pontiac G6 vehicles manufactured from May 26, 2004, through September 28, 2007, and equipped with 4-speed transmissions. The total number vehicles being recalled is now 1,131,113.
- Risk
- If the transmission shift cable fractures while the vehicle is being driven, the transmission gear selection may not match the indicated gear and the vehicle may move in an unintended or unexpected direction, increasing the risk of a crash. Furthermore, when the driver goes to stop and park the vehicle, despite selecting the PARK position, the transmission may not be in PARK. If the vehicle is not in the "PARK" position there is a risk the vehicle will roll away as the driver and other occupants exit the vehicle or anytime thereafter. A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and GM dealers will replace the shift cable assembly and mounting bracket, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact General Motors at 1‑800‑553‑6000. GM's number for this recall is 14152.
Recall number 14V224000 · Recall details
What 2005 Pontiac G6 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2005 Pontiac G6. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, the steering wheel started vibrating and became difficult to turn. Additionally, the steering wheel was turning to the left independently. The contact stated that the power steering warning light and the power train warning light were illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle back to the residence. The contact stated that the steering wheel was stuck in a left turn position and would not return to center. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 14V153000 (Steering) however, the recall was previously completed on the vehicle. There was no further information provided. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 176,000.
Went to get insurance and the recalls were brought to my attention.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 pontiac g6. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 10-15 MPH, the steering wheel ceased. The vehicle was towed to randy marion buick gmc (13701 statesville rd huntersville, nc 28078) where the failure was diagnosed as steering gear assembly failure. The contact previously received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v153000 (steering) but was informed by the dealer that the failure was not associated with the recall. The contact was informed that would provide repair for open recall the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v252000 (service brakes, hydraulic, electrical system, exterior lighting, vehicle speed control, electronic stability control). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 145,000.
Engine light came on now my transmission is shifting hard when putting it into drive reverse engine light does not go off my windows stopped working only passenger window works the car is stationary when putting it in gear.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 pontiac g6. While attempting to shift the vehicle into gear from the park position, the transmission shift cable fractured. The vehicle was repaired in 2017 per the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v224000 (power train). Hennessy buick gmc (located at 7261 jonesboro rd, morrow, ga 30260, (844) 240-2177) was contacted by phone and informed of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired a second time. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact owned a 2006 model that also experienced the same failure. The approximate failure mileage was 138,000.
Over a short time the transmission kept trying to go in to 1st gear but would slip and go into 2nd gear. It has the right transmission fluid. The shift cable works but when I change to reverse or drive it won't go into gear and basically sits there in no gear. It goes into park but when I put it to drive it doesnt go into any gear and sits there as if it's in neutral
Car in to gm dealer unless you believe that your vehicle has the condition (gm extending the warranty coverage on my vehicle for the loss of power steering caused by electrical input signals within the steering column assembly. If this condition occurs on your 2005 pontiac g6 within 150,000 miles the condition will be repaired for you at no charge. I contacted marty malone & mike sutton @columbiana buick,cadillac,chevrolet on 7-20-17 @ around 3:00 pm .showed them the letter with the recall #10183 and told them that this problem has just occurred this year 2017 and my mileage is 141,000 now. Want to get this taken care of as soon as possible for this is unsatisfactory and dangerous to drive. Don't want this to happen again & to correct power steering motor controller unit with no charge. Already had torque sensor assembly action recalled and fixed on 12-16-2014 80,987miles which did not correct the problem. Dealer had said case was closed but I 'm still under recall repairs with less then 150,0000 miles. How could this be a closed matter when it is powered by the federal safety agency recall envelope with special coverage #10183 in it. They said for me to call customer service. So I did with case service request# 8-3102459106 . Spooked to raeole @ 4:45pm. He said that you can not open it again if already closed. This why I am coming to you in regards to this matter and to please get it fixed with no charge.car was in motion on street. Hard to turn. Had to turn car off to regain power.wheel shaking & power steering light on.
Whinny noise on front transaxle case. Won't shift into fourth gear..
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 pontiac g6. While driving 25 MPH, the vehicle began to roll away in reverse with the gear shifter in the drive position. The contact attempted to engage the emergency brake lever, but the vehicle continued to roll away. The contact had to turn the vehicle off to stop the vehicle. After stopping the vehicle, it failed to restart. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact was aware of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v224000 (power train), but the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was 130,000.
Questions about the 2005 Pontiac G6 transmission
Does the 2005 Pontiac G6 have transmission problems?
Owners have filed 48 complaints about the transmission of the 2005 Pontiac G6, 7% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2005 Pontiac G6 transmission problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 100,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Pontiac G6 transmission?
Yes, 1 recall: 14V224000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Pontiac G6 have bad transmission?
The Pontiac G6 model years with the most transmission complaints are 2007 (98 complaints), 2006 (89 complaints) and 2008 (83 complaints).
Other 2005 Pontiac G6 problems
Steering 459Electrical 86Brakes 66Lights 63Fuel system 33Engine 30Acceleration 19Suspension 18Visibility 16Airbags 15Body 14Driver assistance 13Wheels 5Locks 4Tires 4Seats 2Seat belts 1
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