2006 Pontiac G6: engine knocking or ticking

Filed Mar 17, 2020 · Electrical, Engine · 203,500 miles · MN

With my engine I have taken my car in for an oil change on time since I've got the car. Than right before one oil change I hear a knock in the engine. So I get an oil change again and it was still making this noise. Following that my air circulation for the fan would stop working at times. My radio electric line seems damaged. Works sometimes.

Filed Apr 14, 2018 · Airbags · 190,682 miles · CA

"takata recall" when I turn on car a red symbol of air bag comes on dash board and a load ticking sound that can be heard inside as well as outside of car. Does not go off ticks when car is in motion.

Filed Aug 18, 2015 · Engine · 75,000 miles · PA

The car had a "ticking" sound for 3 weeks. The sound starts when you start the car and does not go away. Last week the car abruptly stop and shut off. When I attempted to re-start the car it smelled like something was burning so I left it go and took it to a mechanic. They say the car is crap..the engine locked up and part of the piston broke off and flew into the motor, damaging it. Thank god we were not on the highway where the speed limit is 70 MPH when this happen. Now we are stuck with a car that is not worth repairing and no one wants it for a trade in nor will the loan go away. These cars should be pulled off the market.

Filed Nov 6, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 129,210 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 pontiac g6. The contact stated that the vehicle began to experience failures after the dealer performed recall repairs. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for an unknown recall. The specific repairs were also unknown. A mechanic indicated that the vehicle was repaired. Another mechanic stated that they did not check under the hood and inspect the vehicle. The contact mentioned that the service engine sensor and the check engine sensor illuminated. There was also a ticking noise after the repairs from the dealer were performed. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, but they would not repair the vehicle because it was not able to restart. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 14v252000 (electrical system, electronic stability control, exterior lighting, service brakes, hydraulic, vehicle speed control), 14v153000 (steering), and 14v224000 (power train). The vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer did not specify when the parts would become available nor when the three recall repairs would be performed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 129,210.

Filed Oct 4, 2014 · Fuel system · 110,000 miles · FL

Hey my car was leaking gas and after driving a ticking time bomb for two weeks actually learned what the issue was the gas cable connected to the fuel pump had a leak from wear and tear and gas was coming out. If someone threw anything lit behind my car it would have blown up this fuel pump issue should be a recall I was charged a hefty repair bill as well im really starting to regret this pontiac g6 gt coupe the car itself should be recalled if it isnt the steering its something else.

Filed Aug 31, 2014 · Steering · 15,333 miles · PA

My car is garage kept and lightly driven with very low miles. My service light came on and I received a recall notice about steering issues so I scheduled service 07/19/2012 @ wright auto group 15090-9303. They replaced the steering column but after a month it began to be hard to turn wheel, especially at a stand still so I made another appointment on 09/26/2012 and they replaced power steering motor and module. It worked fine but as time went on it began to produce a knock. After making a turn, the column knocks when it is winding back left or right turns. I left it go a while but it began to knock more so I made appointment on 07/29/2014. They never even checked the steering and called me telling me my back rotors need sanded, tie rod needs replaced, and they broke my stud of the wheel claiming I needed a new hub. I questioned the steering knock, they said, they start at the brakes and replace any problems then continue checking if problem is not resolved. Also stated the column they replaced per original recall was only warranted 1 year. They already charged labor for inspection and said I would have to pay for them to inspect this part. I have a regular mechanic so I took the car to him. He replaced the tie rod per my request but didn't feel it needed replaced. He welded a stud on saving me from a new hub. He replaced the brakes and rotors. He advised to replace instead of sanding. He thinks the knock is from the column they replaced but since it was a gm problem, he told me a gm dealer needs to check it. My car steered fine with no issues but the light came and I received this recall. It has never been right since and a knock after turning is not normal. With the car sitting in park, turn the wheel right or left, it knocks when you let the wheel go. I fear this could be unsafe and do to a faulty replaced part from a recall.

Filed Aug 24, 2014 · Body, Engine · 63,800 miles · FL

Knocking loud noise coming from the motor, mechanic found the front and back motor mount broken along with the bolts also broken. Repaired cost $474.10. Front of body not aligned properly there is a gap within the hood and the car body don't know whether was caused by the motor shifting around.

Filed Apr 2, 2014 · Engine, Steering · 144,094 miles · MO

Service engine soon light illuminated, clunk, knock or rattle noise from front of vehicle when turning steering wheel regardless if the car is parked or driving on curves, turning, or going over bumps at both low and high speeds. Car pulls to the left and has a constant vibration/shake which can sometimes be very violent throughout the entire car and completely disable it! A constant loud squeaking noise when applying brakes or when driving at low speed can be heard. A ticking or knocking type noise coming from the engine or transmission area may subside in hot temperature. Panoramic sunroof leakes a wind rush noise. Intermittent long crank or no crank with a delayed start. Headlamp and backlighting have low visibility or inoperative. Gearshift indicator light occasionally comes on or flickers. When doors are locked the locking mechanism may not release by key or remote and I have to crawl inside from the trunk in order to unlock the car. The climate control does not engage/ push air on setting 3 but works on 1 2 and 4. The famous "monsoon" radio has horrible sounding speakers as if blown however they are not. I have seen more than 1 certified mechanic for these problems. I have paid a lot of money repairing steering, brakes, rotors, alignment, tires balanced etc. However problems are still occurring in my very recent purchased g6. Now I see recalls have been issued but according to gm website my VIN# is not listed as being recalled. Well apparently it does and should be recalled for replacement repair and reimbursement since pontiac/gm are completely aware of these issues and recalling cars with "certain VIN numbers". I have bought non-american cars until now with no problems other than standard maintenance. This is my first pontiac/gm and sadly I am beginning to wonder if I made a mistake by not staying with non-american made cars.

Filed Mar 19, 2014 · Steering, Transmission · TX

As I was driving my steering wheel locked up and it was almost impossible to turn the wheel. It happened on a regular side street as well as on the highway. My steering wheel also has a knocking sound/noise coming from it when I make any left or right turns. My sister has the same exact car. She informed me that she received a recall letter about the steering and her car was fixed but I have yet to receive a letter for my car which is the same make, model, and year. I have also been experiencing issues with my car when I accelerate from a red light, stop sign and etc. It feels like a jerking/pulling motion when I accelerate, as if it is trying to change gears... Every time I take it to the car shop, it never does it when they are test driving my car. So it is difficult for the mechanic to pinpoint what I am referring to, which is frustrating.

Filed Nov 26, 2011 · Steering · 128,000 miles · ME

I almost got into a terrible accident with my four children this morning. I was going about 50mph and lost all steering in my car. My children were screaming. It is a good thing no one was behind me because I would have either went into a tree/woods or someone would have rear ended me. Thank god we are all ok. There has been a knock in the steering ever since I bought it. My mechanic says that it would cost a lot just for him to get into the dash to see what part it needs. But this steering issue to not safe. Thank you for your time.

Filed Aug 3, 2011 · Steering · 65,500 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 pontiac g6. The contact stated the power steering worked intermittently. He heard a whining and knocking noise when he turned the steering wheel either to the right or left. The vehicle was not been inspected or repaired. The current mileage was 65,000. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Sep 4, 2009 · Steering · 41,300 miles · VA

On many occasions will I be driving my 2006 pontiac g6 when the electric power steering goes out. It is not like your normal "fluid" based power steering failure. It is almost impossible to "man handle". This occurs probably on a daily basis now and the only way to solve the problem is stop the car , power off and restart. Problem being of course stopping the car in mid drive when you suddenly lose control. I have researched this issue and have found many, many other people with the same issues. Many of them have actually been in accidents because of the failure, so far I am lucky knock on wood. I haven't pursued a simple fix at the dealer with this because of seeing how the issue is not being resolved for others with the same problem.