Tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac g6 equipped with achilles all-season tires, size: p225/50r17 (na). The contact stated that the steering was faulty and the tire traction was worn out. While driving at an unknown speed, the front driver side tire had a blow out and the steering wheel made an abnormal humming noise. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact also mentioned that the tread was worn out on three of the tires. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced all the tires and aligned the wheels. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and an appointment was scheduled to have the vehicle repaired per the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v252000 (service brakes, hydraulic, electrical system, exterior lighting, vehicle speed control, electronic stability control). The dealer was not contacted. The tire and vehicle failure mileage was 162,634. The dot number and VIN were not available.
2008 Pontiac G6: clunking or noise when steering
45 of the 1,080 complaints about the 2008 Pontiac G6 describe clunking or noise when steering.
- owner complaints
- 45
- of this car's complaints
- 4%
- typical mileage
- 60,139
- recalls
- 1
Clunking or noise when steering by model year
What owners say
Takata recall I just finished pumping my gas into my car. I turned my car on and put it on drive. As I was turning towards the exit of the gas station, my steering wheel made some clink noises and went out. My wheels were no longer are able to be directed by my steering wheel. I am no longer able to steer my car. The only ability I have is to drive forward or backwards. I can no longer control my tires.
I have a 2008 pontiac g6 and my service airbag light stays illuminated all the time and there is a popping in my steering wheel when I turn it. My tracking light also stays on all the time.
Every time I turn my steering wheel it makes a popping / scraping like sound. The steering is incredibly tight when turning. The car has less than 12,800 miles on it and has never been in an accident.
I have a 2008 pontiac g6 gt, the horn, cruise control and the illumination of the steering is not working. My steering wheel makes a popping noise when I turn it. When I lock the car with the remote the horn sounds.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac g6. While driving at an unknown speed, there was a popping noise coming from the steering. On several occasions, the steering was difficult to operate. The contact stated that the issue was intermittent. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 93,000.
When turning the steering wheel it makes a popping noise if the car is moving or just sitting it don't matter what a [xxx] car. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Daughter suddenly lost power steering after leaving house. Speed of approx 25mph on a city street. Also popping in steering column and loose play in steering wheel after event occurred. Car currently at dealer but looks like the same problem effecting other g6's. Many are covered under recall but apparently my 08 g6 is just past the effected dates.
Noticed a popping noise when turning either way sounding like coming from steering colum.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac g6. While driving at any speed and making a right or left turn, a popping sound emitted from the steering wheel. In addition, the seat belt locked up and the air bag light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.
I own a 4 door sedan g6 with power door locks - the left rear power door lock has quit causing me to have to reach across the seat to lock / unlock the door = not ideal in case of an accident. My intermediate steering shaft is clicking and grinding inside the column and the headlight wiring harness continues to melt causing the headlight to go dim = all of these safety and fire hazards need recall.
Intermediate steering shaft binding and clicking while making turns (common defect). Driver side low beam headlight wiring connector burned / corroded causing low beam not to operate / on 2nd connector (common defect). Brakes wore out prematurely and rotors turn rust brown after a rain or they get wet.
Service bulletins that may apply
- This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with...
- This technical bulletin provides a procedure to eliminate a power steering noise due to extremely low...
- Steering
- Steering
- Special coverage. on some 2007-2012 model year chevrolet malibu, pontiac G6, and saturn aura vehicles...
- Pontiac/saturn/chevrolet: TSB contains an owner's notification letter
- Summary to be provided on a future date.
- Electric Power Steering Assist
Related recalls
Steering: electric power assist system
- What is wrong
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 and 2008-2009 Chevrolet Malibu, 2004-2006 Malibu Maxx, 2009-2010 HHR (non-turbo), 2010 Cobalt, 2008-2009 Saturn Aura and 2004-2007 Ion, and 2005-2009 Pontiac G6. In the affected vehicles, there may be a sudden loss of electric power steering (EPS) assist that could occur at any time while driving.
- Risk
- If power steering assist is lost, greater driver effort would be required to steer the vehicle at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will perform one of four bulletins. Parts are not currently available. GM expects to send an interim notification around May 28, 2014. When parts are available, owners will be mailed a second letter to come in to have the applicable bulletin applied. Bulletin 14115 covers model year 2004-2007 Saturn Ion, 2009-2010 Chevrolet HHR and 2010 Chevrolet Cobalts. Dealers will replace the EPS motor. Bulletin 14116 covers model year 2004-2006 Chevrolet Malibu and Malibu Maxx, 2005-2006 Pontiac G6 and 2008-2009 Chevrolet Malibu, Pontiac G6 and Saturn Aura built from March 1, 2008, through June 27, 2008. Dealers will replace the torque sensor assembly. Bulletin 14117 covers model year 2008 Chevrolet Malibu, Pontiac G6 and Saturn Aura built from February 1, 2008, through February 28, 2008. Dealers will replace the torque sensor assembly and EPS motor controller unit. Bulletin 14118 covers model year 2008 Chevrolet Malibu, Pontiac G6 and Saturn Aura built from October 1, 2007, through January 31, 2008. Dealers will replace the EPS motor controller unit. The recall began on July 17, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, Saturn at 1‑800‑553‑6000, and Pontiac at 1‑800‑620‑7668. GM's number for this recall is N140115. Note: GM bulletin number 14119 will be implemented for model year 2006-2008 and early production of 2009 Chevrolet HHR (non-turbo) and model year 2003 Saturn ION to provide EPS Motor replacement for the life of the vehicle.
Recall number 14V153000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2008 Pontiac G6 steering noise
Is clunking or noise when steering a common problem on the 2008 Pontiac G6?
45 of 1,080 owner complaints about the 2008 Pontiac G6 (4%) mention clunking or noise when steering. The model year with the most reports is 2006.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2008 Pontiac G6?
There is 1 recall and 15 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2008 Pontiac G6
Headlights 149Power steering loss 93Adaptive cruise 69Airbag light 46Steering lock-up 43Fuel smell 38Loss of power 37Jerking 33Fuel pump 30Door locks 29Harsh shifting 27Check engine light 24Engine failure 22Fuel leak 22Grinding brakes 17Stalling 17No deployment 15Fire or smoke 13Won't start 11Ball joint 9Knocking 9ABS 8Wipers 8Won't shift 7Transmission failure 7Rollaway 6Seat belt 6Warning lights 6Hesitation 5Key fob 5Pulling 5Tire blowout 5Water leak 5
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