2006 Pontiac G6: fire, smoke or burning smell

Filed Apr 16, 2018 · Engine, Steering · 152,000 miles · WI · fire

Tl* the contact owned a 2006 pontiac g6. While the vehicle was stuck on a snow embankment, the steering wheel seized without warning. The contact was shifting the gear from drive and reverse numerous times while her son was attempting to push the vehicle out of the snow embankment. A burning odor was detected and, a short time later, the vehicle caught on fire. The police and fire department were contacted and the fire department extinguished the fire. A police report was not filed and there were no injuries. The vehicle was towed to a salvage yard where it was deemed a total loss. The dealer (jd byrider, (260‑209‑5071) and the manufacturer were notified of the failure and informed the contact that they were not liable due to the vehicle being deemed a total loss. The failure mileage was approximately 152,000.

Filed Oct 19, 2016 · Lights · 100,000 miles · KY

I purchased this car from a previous owner about a year ago and I have replace the low beam bulbs 3 times and it only last a few days. I can bang on the headlight and it will come back on for a day or so but then turns off again. It is usually the drivers side but sometimes the passenger side as well. After searching for answers I have heard others complain of the same issue. I am worried that there is a severe electrical issue with these cars that could cause them to go up in flames.

Filed Apr 1, 2016 · Steering · 130,700 miles · MD

The high pressure power steering line had a hole melted into it by the exhaust and the line burst spraying power steering fluid on the exhaust and almost catching the car on fire.

Filed Feb 9, 2016 · Fuel system · FL

I have a 06 g6 2.4l 4cyl and lately it has been giving off a strong fuel smell. I smell it when the car is stationary as well as when the car is in motion. I checked for leaks under the hood and car and cannot find any. When I attempt to crank the car it doesn't start until my second attempt. I had a mechanic look at my car and he could not figure out what the issue was. I am becoming more and more worried with this issue. I have a small child and his car seat is located in the passenger rear. I am very concerned for his safety as well as mine. I am afraid that one day my car may burst into flames while we're on the highway, at a red light, at the mall, etc. Putting not only our lives at risk, but also the lives of others nearby. So I took the car to auto zone and they hooked it up to their scanner for free. They gave me this code - p0454 fuel tank pressure (ftp) sensor intermittent.

Filed Dec 19, 2014 · Electrical · MD · fire

The connector at the back of the HVAC control panel caught fire.

Filed Oct 9, 2014 · Seats · 125,000 miles · FL · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 pontiac g6. While the vehicle was parked, the front passenger seat erupted in flames. The contact extinguished the fire. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 125,000.

Filed Jul 22, 2014 · Electrical · 66,919 miles · VA

I have a 2006 pontiac g6 the interior lights stopped working then the sun roof would open but would not close back I took it to the dealer were after over $400 dollars they discovered that about 15 wires above the head liner had shorted out and burnt this is very unsafe if it happened driving down the road and the head liner caught fire this could lead to death.

Filed Feb 19, 2011 · Seats · MN

Smoke came from passenger seat, inside the car while driving. Most probably a seat heater malfunction. Is a big safety risk as my 3 year old son was in the car. Car is 2006 pontiac g6 gtp.

Filed Nov 18, 2008 · Fuel system, Transmission · 107,000 miles · CA

I have two complaints. I have a 2006 pontiac g6. It has 107,000 miles, they are all highway miles. My fuel tank recently started leaking alot of gas. I took it to the mechanic and he said that is not something that I could have caused and that it is a defective part. I am very concerned because my car can catch on fire. The second is the power steering has been bad since I bought the car, they just keep telling me they can't find anything wrong with it. What can I do to get this resolved? The power steering just locks up sometimes and I have to turn my car off and back on to make it work properly. The power steering light always comes on.

Filed Jun 9, 2008 · 16,546 miles · FL · fire

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 pontiac g6. On a very hot day, the contact opened the door to her vehicle and smelled something burning. She noticed that a part of the driver's seat, the glove compartment, the interior ceiling, and a small portion of the dashboard appeared to have melted. She took the vehicle to the dealer, but they could not find any failures. They stated that they would search technical service bulletins for more information and get back with her. As of june 9, 2008, the contact has yet to hear from the dealer. She called the customer service department and filed a complaint. She was informed again that she would be called back, and when she was, the customer service department stated that nothing could be done. A representative came out to inspect the vehicle and informed her that she would be responsible for the damage. The current mileage was 16,835 and failure mileage was 16,546. Updated 07/08/08. *bf updated

Filed Jan 1, 2007 · Electrical · 19,000 miles · FL · fire

I had several types of electrical failures with this vehicle. The first one was a check engine light and was reset by dealer with no codes found. The next was low coolant warning that was a defective wire and repaired. Another time the vehicle simply would not start and had to be towed to the dealer. After filling vehicle with gas the dash panel was completely out, vehicle ran normal. Dealer was aware that no instruments were working and was unable to detect the problem, no codes found. Dome light never worked and was unable to be fixed. In december I stopped for a red light in traffic and smelled melting or burning plastic and seconds later a small cloud of fowl scented smoke entered the cabin of the vehicle. I shut the vehicle off and tried to restart the vehicle when the light turned green and the vehicle would not start. I called for roadside assistance and waited for the tow truck . When the tow truck arrived the vehicle started smoking from the engine compartment and then caught fire. The damage was not repairable. At the time I was certified pontiac retail professional and as of new years day had not been given a rental vehicle under the warranty. The manufacturer has not been the least bit helpful in the situation and as a result I have since left my job as a gm sales professional. Gm will not provide a rental vehicle while they drag their feet to identify the root of the problem. I have waited until new years day to file this complaint to give gm ample time to resolve the issue.

Filed Dec 20, 2006 · Electrical · 15,004 miles · MO

Tl* - the contact states that the weather was overcast while driving and the battery light came on the instrument panel. The she noticed a whining noise coming from underneath the hood. Upon lifting the hood a cloud of smoke arose. There was a burning smell, immediately the battery cable was immediately disconnected . The contact called general motors roadside assistance, they sent out a tow truck to take the vehicle to the nearest dealership.