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2008 Pontiac G6: hesitation when accelerating

5 of the 1,080 complaints about the 2008 Pontiac G6 describe hesitation when accelerating.

owner complaints
5
of this car's complaints
0%
typical mileage
91,500
recalls
2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls and 68 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below

Hesitation when accelerating by model year

  • 2008
    5
  • 2007
    4
  • 2006
    5
  • 2005
    4

What owners say

Filed Jun 9, 2019 · Acceleration, Engine · 111,540 miles · PA

I was driving and my car started to reduce speed, hesitate, and jerk when put my foot on the gas at a light to pull off or even with my foot on the gas pedal driving. My car couldn't pick up speed past 25 miles and sometime less. A message came up on my dash board stated flashing reduce engine speed. I was near auto zone when it happened so I asked to have a dianostic completed and it stated throttle/ pedal position sensor/ switch "e" circuit low input meaning code p2127.

Filed May 8, 2017 · Driver assistance · 91,500 miles · VA

Traction control light comes on everyday for no reason it's like it's been turned off but it hasn't when it comes on there is a little hesitation my concern is safety msg says it's need to be serviced

Filed Jul 17, 2015 · Fuel system · 96,000 miles · AZ

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac g6. While attempting to start the vehicle, it hesitated to start. The contact stated that this was a recurring issue. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump was fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 96,000.

Filed Feb 24, 2015 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 57,345 miles · MI

November 6 2014 I purchased a 2008 pontiac g6 I had a scheduled visit to repair a cracked gauge cluster, a seat repair and repair of my adjustable pedals while on the way to the dealer for repairs I noticed a hesitation in my transmission when shifting from 1st to 2nd. I notified the service writer of that happening and she said they would look into it. I was given a 3 month 3000 mile warranty that said nothing about who would pay for any repairs. It was in service at least a week. They call and say it.s ready and I pick it up it drives fine for 8 days and the electronics stop working all the warning lights are on ABS, traction control the odometer read the word error and my transmission wouldn't shift right. I drove it right back and they took it in for repair. This time they have it for 2 weeks ( I have the paperwork to prove this ). They finally call and tell me it's ready I pick it up no charge again and it drives fine for 4 days.same electronic problem happens again.and now it won't start. I have it towed in they have it for another 6 day. They call say it's fixed I pick it up it drives fine for a couple days and it again all warning lights on won't shift right traction control not working and the odometer reads error again. This time I don't shut it off and drive it right there I could not afford another tow charge I'm on a fixed income. They have it for another 10 days. They call me tell me it's fixed for the 5th time I go pick it up 6 days later the transmission is slipping I bring it in they tell me it needs a rebuild far $2357.00 and because it is a different problem I have to pay half of the price. I was told by a sae certified master mechanic that multiple computer failures may have prematurely cause the internal hard parts of the transmission to fail it has 60,820 miles on it well under gm mileage warranty. Called gm they side with the dealer

Filed Jun 2, 2011 · Transmission · 45,000 miles · MO

Started sept 2010 the accelerating from a stop the car would hesitate to go. Almost like it was not getting gas. Now in june 2011 it is still doing it. But now when it finally starts to go sometimes the tires peel off and the low traction light will come on. It happens several time per day if I have been driving a lot. I took it to the dealer in sept 2010 and was told nothing is wrong with it. Because there was no engine light on. Now 10 months later june 2011. Still having the same issue took it back to the dealer. And one again was told no engine light on. Nothing is wrong with it. This car is now a safety issue. When you press on the gas to pull out into traffic. You never know if it is going to delay acceleration. Which could cause me getting hit.

Service bulletins that may apply

Related recalls

Power train: automatic transmissionReported April 30, 2014 · 1,131,113 vehicles affected
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

Power train: automatic transmission: gear position indication (PRNDL)Reported September 18, 2012 · 426,240 vehicles affected
What is wrong
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Saturn Aura and model year 2008-2010 Chevrolet Malibu and Pontiac G6 vehicles, equipped with a 4-speed automatic transmission. On these vehicles, the tabs on the transmission shift cable end may fracture and separate.
Risk
If the tabs were to fracture and separate, the shift lever and the actual position of the transmission gear may not match. The driver would be able to move the shifter to 'PARK' and remove the ignition key, but the transmission gear may not be in 'PARK.' The vehicle may not be able to be restarted and the vehicle could roll away after the driver has exited the vehicle, resulting in a possible crash without prior warning.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a retainer over the cable end or replace the shift cable as necessary. This service will be performed free of charge. Notification to owners began on on November 9, 2012. Owners were instructed to not bring their vehicles for repair until January 2013. Owners may contact General Motors at 1‑800‑521‑7300.

Recall number 12V460000 · Recall details

Questions about the 2008 Pontiac G6 hesitation

Is hesitation when accelerating a common problem on the 2008 Pontiac G6?

5 of 1,080 owner complaints about the 2008 Pontiac G6 (0%) mention hesitation when accelerating. The model year with the most reports is 2006.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2008 Pontiac G6?

There are 2 recalls and 68 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 noise 45Steering 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 6Key fob 5Pulling 5Tire blowout 5Water leak 5

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