Tl* the contact owns a 2009 pontiac g6. Since april of 2019, the vehicle was becoming increasingly more difficult to steer. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the serpentine belt was replaced, but the failure continued. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 188,000.
2009 Pontiac G6 steering complaints
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After starting the car on dry pavement in a parking lot the power steering failed and made it impossible to turn to get out of the parking stall. After trying to turn the steering wheel the power steering warning came on in the dashboard display. This made steering the car impossible. There is a recall out for this issue, but was not issued for my VIN. This is a known problem which is extremely dangerous and gm should do what is necessary to ensure their vehicles are safe for the public to drive and be safe while others are driving them.
My car, when driving, will have the electric steering lock up. My steering will be locked and I can't turn it right or left. This happened to me on a feeder road, and I had to slam on the brakes and restart my car to reset the electronic steering. Luckily no cars were around me or I would of collided with them. This is very scary if I were to drive on a highway I probably would crash. This has happened to be twice so far. Another time I luckily was in a low speed parking garage when it happened. I recently went to 2 chevrolet dealerships. They said they would fix this for free because it was a recall. When I went into both they said the recall was expired and they would need to charge me. Please help me search if this is a recall because this is big issue with my car.
My vehicles air bags code showing on display. It stays on whether car is parked and running or while driving. I'm afraid I'll have an accident and the air bags won't work. I question whether they ever worked. I had a dog run out in front of my vehicle and couldn't stop in time to avoid hitting dog. Damaged front on passenger side of car and air bags did not deploy. Now I'm driving on interstate highways, major metro streets, and I'm concerned for safety. I've found numerous complaints about air bags not deploying and major harm to drivers and passengers. I don't want to become a statistic. Reports have been filed over a long range of years and I feel there's enough information to make the call for gm to recall these vehicles and either replace the problem part(s) or buy back the vehicles. There are multiply problems with my car that I've had to have repairs made to make the vehicle functional. As an owner of this vehicle, I'm asking for help.
Twice, the power steering has given out in my car when I first start it. Simultaneously, "power steering" appears on the information panel. When this happens, it is nearly impossible to turn the steering wheel of the car at all. Both times I turned the car off because it was obviously undrivable. Out of desperation, I turned it back on; the information panel returned to it's regular display and the steering wheel returned to it's regular functionality. This has happened over the course of a few days. I did some research into these symptoms and found some very disturbing concerns. For one, this seems to have happened to a great many people in similar model years to my own car. For two, I'm seeing reports where this has happened to individuals as they were driving down the road. At least one person claims to have reported it and I find it hard to believe that I'm on my own here. I'm wondering if anyone has died from an accident caused by this? If so, would anyone even know since the problem is transient? I intend to have this matter investigated by a certified mechanic tomorrow. But, my real question is this: do people have to be killed before a recall will be issued? My kids lives are on the line with this car everyday, and this kind of problem is terrifying.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 pontiac g6. While the contact was attempting to reverse out of the driveway, the steering wheel locked up. When the contact turned off and restarted the engine, the power steering functioned properly; however, "power steering" appeared on the instrument panel. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. An independent mechanic was called and suggested replacing the steering rack due to a faulty sensor. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 200,000. The VIN was unknown.
I was traveling 55 MPH, I braked and slowed the vehicle to approximately 5-15 MPH as I made a right hand turn into a gas station, as I was turning I heard a chime and the power steering went out and became very difficult to steer, and at the same time a message popped up on dash stating "service electric power steering" I pulled up to pump, turned vehicle off, filled fuel tank, restarted the vehicle and the power steering was working again. I researched online found that gm has recognized the issue and extended warranty to 10 years or 150,000 miles. So I took to gm dealership, they ran VIN informed me that the coverage expired december of 2018. So I called gm hotline at 800‑762‑2737 and they said same thing. I expressed my concern of it being a safety issue and that if my wife or daughter were driving they may have panic and gotten into an accident. They again said as of december 2018 there is nothing they will do about it. I feel that they have already admitted that there is an issue why are they not accountable for it ?
I was driving my car, which is at 136000 miles, and I had stopped at a store and parked it. When I returned to the car, I turned the ignition and power steering came on the radio screen. I could not turn my wheel whatsoever. I turned the car back off and about 5 minutes later turned it on again and drove home just fine. I'm worried that it will go out again. It seems very unsafe.
My power steering was going out eratically and I would have to restart my vehicle to get it working again. Then it went out completely while driving. There are several videos online for the exact same issue with the same cars.
When driving my car will loose all power steering and then a warning messages about the power steering comes on. If I shut car off and back on power steering is restored then the wheel shakes and it goes out again, research it and found a safety recall for the make, model and year that describes the exact issue I am have and when I contact pontiac or a gm dealer they tell me based on my VIN I have no recalls. Gave pontiac the federal safety agency # 14v153000, gm# n140115 and bulletin # 14116 and they stated that there was no recall with those numbers. I should the recalls were issued on 3/31/2014
When driving down the road my car will loose all power steering and then a light about the power steering comes on if I shut car off and back on power steering is restored then the wheel shakes and it goes out again this problem continues to happen and when it does I can't steer the car it needs fixed or it could cause accidents
Power steering stops working when driving and at idle the steering wheel jerks back and forth about a half an inch.
My power steering has been disabled numerous times now while driving. At first it would disable upon ignition. I at times restart 3x before it functions properly. Now it's going out while driving. Very dangerous! Currently at 71,000 miles. I drive city streets and freeway to and from work.
Wont steer very hard
Driving down the road and power steering warning light came on and I had no power steering.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 pontiac g6. While operating the vehicle, the power steering suddenly malfunctioned and the steering wheel became very difficult to turn in either direction. The failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer (berger chevrolet, 2525 28th st se, grand rapids, mi) were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 200,000.
My 2009 pontiac g6 was in park. Started my car with remote starter and opened door with it. When I got in the alarm went off about my power steering. It was frozen and couldn't turn the steering wheel. It was undriveable. Luckily this didn't happen while I was on the highway. I had aaa tow it to my mechanic. Failed two codes c0460 and c0545 for the steering torque input sensor and the steering wheel sensor. The problem is intermittent and can freeze up any time while driving. Most likely need a new steering column. Estimate to fix around $700. This is a know problem on these cars that gm fails to recognize. It's quite a serious safety hazard that can happen a moments notice.
At times while driving there is a sudden loss of power steering, and other times when the vehicle is started there is already a loss of power steering. Restarting the car will sometimes 'fix' the issue for a while, but usually after driving a few miles power steering will be lost. The issue has become constant. Tcm was previously replaced due to similar issues, but this was only 3 years ago. Steering wheel also constantly shakes while in park or driving.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 pontiac g6. While driving, the steering wheel seized. The driver was able to coast the vehicle to the side of the road and powered off the engine. The vehicle was restarted and was able to drive normally. The failure occurred intermittently. The contact called troy-alan chevrolet buick gmc at (724) 578-8248 (located at 217 grove city rd, slippery rock, pa 16057) and was informed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer and dealer were not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 139,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 pontiac g6. The contact stated that it took numerous attempts to start the vehicle. While driving various speeds, the power steering warning indicator illuminated and the wheels shook violently, which made the vehicle difficult to control. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing the same failure as listed in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v153000 (steering). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was 110,000.
My car is hard to turn it takes help of my little brother to turn the streeing wheel.I can drive over 30 miles per hour with out the steering wheel shanking. I went to two auto shop to have power steering fluid added and was to it was a recall in three power steering pump. I would like gm to replace my power streering pump so I can drive my can without the help of my brother because it is my only transportation.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 pontiac g6. The contact stated that the steering wheel made a cracking sound when turned right or left. An independent mechanic stated that the u joint bearing may be the source of the failure. Penske cadillac of south bay (18600 hawthorne blvd, torrance, ca 90504, (877) 591-3502) stated that they would not cover the repairs since the vehicle was not included in a recall. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 122,786.
I have had issues in the past regarding electrical malfunctions with this car. My right headlight continues to go out even with me having it replaced time after time. I have taken my car in for diagnostics tests for maintenance of the car and they have come back saying the car is fine. Although when I go to drive it, somehow a light comes on. Examples include('ESC system off' lights, 'service traction' lights, 'tc' off. The main issue that I am reporting just occurred two days ago. I was driving out of the walmart parking lot onto the main road and the light on my car appeared 'power steering off service ESC' my steering wheel then stiffened up as I was turning onto the main road. There was a car turning right infront of me that I almost hit, because I lost control of my steering wheel. I then took my car into an auto repair shop where they informed me that this was something they could not fix because they don't have the parts and I would have to take it into a pontiac or a chevy dealership. This problem with the power steering being electrical is not safe and a recall needs to be done on this model as well. I use my car to commute to school and work everyday and this problem poses as not only a safety risk but a inconvenience to my everyday life. I would like something to be done about this issue. I have been researching this problem with pontiacs and I have noticed it's a reoccurring issue, these cars should not be sold to customers with all of these electrical problems that continue to happen. I have to now pay out of pocket to not only have this car fixed but also for a rental car in the mean time. This is not fair for me as a customer of pontiac and I would like action to be taken. Thank you.
Steering pump stoped working on this model when diving
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 pontiac g6. When the vehicle was started, the power steering and check engine indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who informed the contact to call the dealer. The contact called davidson chevrolet buick gmc of rome at 315‑337‑2440 (located at 5871 rome-taberg rd, rome, ny 13440) and was referred to the manufacturer. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 124,119.
Steering locks up while driving every other day so I avoid the highway in fear of having an accident with my children if this was to happen. Very hard to control / steer the vehicle when this happened. Have to turn the car off and then start the car again to unlock the steering. Now a warning chime constantly beeps while driving and only stops then the vehicle comes to a complete stop.
Steering pump continued problems. Wasn't made aware as an owner that there was special coverage to replace these at manufacturers expense. It cause the modular to make it not respond to steering. As a customer we have fixed it twice because we didn't know about the problem that the car had steering. Disappointed because we were not made aware of that as owners like you do with your recalls. The dealership says it will be my expense @ 900$. That steering coverage for the ran out at 150,000 miles. It's not safe to drive. And can't afford another 900 to fix. Bad customer service on something that's safety. It broke again while transporting my grandchildren. Again, this coverage to fix it was not brought to our attention until coverage ran out at 150,000 miles. You fixed the other 4 manufacturers recalls, and more importantly made the consumer aware, except with this steering safety (coverage) . It put my family at huge safety risk. Completely disappointed that you're not fixing it. Disappointed that you didn't send any notice of the safety recall or coverage (your words) before now or ever, we had to get it from the tech at the dealership . So I pick up a car and drive it home that has not been fixed and is unsafe because I can't afford $900 and your company will not cover it! So thank you for your service to a lifelong chevy customer..
Takata recall shortly after I bought my 2009 pontiac g6 the words power steering in my car pops up on my dash which locks up my steering wheel as I'm driving there has been multiple times I've almost got in to accident luckily I new a little bit about computers and I found a way to drive it even with that bad malfunction which I'll have to turn my engine off reposition my steering wheel and turn it back on I call it reset basically this kinda tells the computer in the car that it's nothing wrong with the power steering and once I took it to get check out they said that it was fine that I should be ok well that was a lie I know I'm not the only one having this problem with my pontiac g6 2009 I am very concerned about my safety and my children safety I feel like this is a huge problem and if this doesn't get looked into somebody is going to get hurt real bad especially on the highway I stop driving my vehicle on the highway because I never know when the word power steering will pop up on my dash and I cant turn my steering wheel barely
Whenever the vehicle is stationary or even in motion at low speeds, the steering locks up. The vehicle has to be turned off then back on in order for the steering to be released. There has been recalls on the same model and year vehicle as mines, but my vehicle by VIN has not been affected by the recall. This is extremely dangerous and gm should recall all vehicles to have this issue resolved. My fiancee and children were in the car as she was backing up when the steering locked up. Another time she was turning the corner when the steering locked up. Please look into this because we can not afford the repairs and can not afford another vehicle.
When driving power steering gave out while driving on a city street. Turn vehicle off and restart and works again. Took to dealer twice for this issue. First time said it was a recall now saying not recall but is same issue.
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