2006 Pontiac G6: headlights failing or too dim

Filed Sep 27, 2023 · Lights, Steering · IN

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Power steering pump/Module, Break light, and Head lights How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Power steering/module went out while driving and almost cause an accident. The break and head light have gone out shortly after changing them and caused me to receive a Warning ticket. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? No but I can take it in to the nearest dealership to have a report made. Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? Police Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? the error for the power steering/module came on as it was failing. no head light or break light warning.

Filed May 14, 2020 · Lights, Steering · 159,019 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 pontiac g6. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the power steering assist warning light illuminated and the vehicle loss power steering. Additionally, the contact stated that there was corrosion on the headlamp wiring harness which caused the headlamps to become inoperable. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was previously repaired under the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v604000 (steering). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 159,019. Invalid VIN.

Filed Nov 27, 2019 · Driver assistance, Steering · MN

Steering locks and hard to turn and headlight dims while turns steering wheel

Filed Jun 5, 2019 · Electrical, Lights · 122,000 miles · NC

For the past 2 years, my headlights have barely been working. Ever since I've gotten my car I've had issues with them and have had them replaced plus wiring redone more than 3 times. Each time my low beams go out. It started with one working and one not, and quickly LED to both going on. They will not work. I've looked it up and have seen many people having issues with this, along with my friends mom having the same exact car, different year mind you but the same exact problem. I've looked up my VIN for any possible recalls and can't come across one, even though I've seen this has been a big issue for gm. My inspection is coming up and I don't know what to do about my lights, as they won't work no matter how much I fix them. My high beams do so I've been having to drive with them. I'm making a complaint because I'm not sure what else to do about this problem. I feel major anxiety and unease while driving my car and it bothers me that I don't feel safe.

Filed May 31, 2019 · Brakes, Fuel system · 170,000 miles · IN

Have replaced bulbs in headlights and the connectors yet the head lights will still not turn on have to use brights and they sometimes dont work. The fuel sensor on the gas tank keeps causing the check engine light to turn on and causing engine to not function properly. The brake light on the dash board keeps coming on when all brakes have been replaced along with calipers and rotors.

Filed Jul 19, 2018 · Airbags, Electrical · TX

1) stationary - keyless entry remote does not open either door after several times pressing the remote button. The door does not have a key hole to manually open either door or the trunk. 2) statonary or in motion - low beam lights are inoperable because both wiring connectors for low beam lights have melted and there are a lot of complaints online.

Filed Jun 8, 2018 · Lights · 109,000 miles · OH

The driver side headli headlight has been changed 3 times and the connector changed and it is constantly going out. I went online to see what else to do and it seems like many other people are having a problem too. I change it and within a month to 2 months it will go out again.

Filed Jun 8, 2017 · Electrical, Steering · VT

Elctronic power steering system failing high winding sounds when the stewrong wheel is turned and failing electronic system vehicle says vent valve selenoid is bad, changed it out and cleared the code and error still comes back, also. Right passenger side headlights are dimly lit and there is some sort of voltage problem going on?

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 Jun 21, 2016 · Lights · 86,400 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 pontiac g6. While driving 25 MPH, the driver side low bean headlight and daytime running lamp failed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the driver side low beam wiring harness burned out and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 86,400.

Filed Oct 13, 2015 · Lights · 114,000 miles · VA

Passenger side headlight low beam bulb socket melted at out going wire. Casues headblight to go out.

Filed Aug 31, 2015 · Driver assistance, Electrical · PA

Having issues with the front lights. This evening I was driving down a back road and suddenly both low beam headlights went out simultaneously. I put on my high beams and 15 seconds later, both low beams came back on. This happened every few hundred feet for my entire drive home. There is definitely an electrical issue and as I'm looking online I see many others are also having lighting issues. If this is a frequent and known problem, gm should be responsible for fixing it. It was really scary having both headlights go out and I'm very thankful I did not crash! This car has been nothing but problems and recalls! As a long time gm customer, I'm extremely disappointed in this vehicle!