Electronic power steering assist stopped working while I was driving down the highway almost causing me to wreck I pulled over and shut the car off and restarted car and steering assist turned back on it also happened to my wife in the same way
2009 Pontiac G6 steering complaints
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"takata recall" while driving power steering went out,on the interstate couldn't change lanes properly. Had to pull over in heavy traffic terrified. Need to know if this part is being recall.blessed too be alive.
Power steering goes out a few minutes upon driving and the wheel becomes hard to turn. Sometimes it will return for a brief moment when starting the car. Also the window washer pump is faulty causing no fluid to come out when pressed, which could lead to visibility problems in winter with all the sand and salt on the roads
While driving the steering wheel will lock up and the power steering notification will appear. If I turn the car off then back on, the steering wheel will unlock. This issue has occurred when the vehicle became stationary and in turning the wheel to turn and in driving. It has happened every where but the freeway/ highway.
Takata recall. My pontiac g6 2009 has a power steering recall but they wont fix it because it doesnt come in as a recall when they type in my VIN but iv read about the recall, every time it gets cold my power steering goes out, doesnt matter if im on the expressway or just started my car it randomly will go out, I have a electric motor so I know im not just out of fluid, it doesnt happen in the summer time only winter when it gets cold. What do I do? I dont have the money to fix it and I feel it is wrong that the recall is there but they wont fix it just because my VIN number does not match the recall.
As I was driving down a residental street, the steering wheel locked up & a notification came across my dashboard advising me "power steering". I was forced to pull over & was unsure what to do. I turned my car off & back on, but the power steering was still out. I turned my car off & on again, this time turning the wheel as I turned the key, & it went back to normal. Within a few minutes of me starting to drive, the wheel locked up again.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 pontiac g6. While driving 25 MPH, the steering wheel seized without warning. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic where it is was diagnosed that the power steering assist motor failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer (pine belt chevrolet, 7300 us-98, hattiesburg, ms 39402, (601)-264-8500) was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included in a recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 135,000.
"takata recall" power steering sudden loss of power. As I was driving my power steering light came on and my steering wheel locked up. Took all my power to turn the wheel to get off the road. I noticed that after waiting a while the power steering was able to move freely. Not safe to drive and have the problem happen at any given time could result in a crash.
I have 2009 pontiac g6 and while I was driving multiple times my steering locked up and I had to turn off the car and restart it for the steering to unlock. This put my life at risk especially since I was almost in a accident after this happened
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 pontiac g6. Before the vehicle was able to be insured and inspected, the contact experienced the gear shift failing to go into the park position, which prevented the key from being removed. In addition, the vehicle jerked and shook and the transmission disengaged and engaged when changing gears. Furthermore, when the contact exited the vehicle, the radio remained on and while the vehicle was in motion, there was a loss of power steering ability. The vehicle was not diagnosed by a dealer. An independent repair facility diagnosed that the alternator may need to be replaced. The vehicle was unable to be safely driven due to the failures. The manufacturer was notified of the failures and recommended taking it to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The failure mileage was not available.
Power steering stopped working while driving on a highway. Stopping the car, turning it off and restarting got it to work again temporarily, but it would continue to stop working intermittently while driving.
Power steering is going out when it rains steering wheel gets stuck, several electric issues, temperature sensor is broken, only works when outdoor temperature is below 85 cause AC to blow hot air. When senors gets stuck engine light comes on
Several complaints and recals for 2009 pontiac g6 losing power steering. Steering coumn locks up making it unable to control or turn.
Ive had alignments done but the car still pulls to one side. Does not drive straight or align with steering wheel. To drive straight my steering wheel must be turned to the right. It always pulls to one side and sometimes it will even jerk while driving. Passenger airbag will be off when passenger is in seat, and then sometimes will be on when noone is in the seat. The vehicle hydroplanes veey easily even with new tires on.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 pontiac g6. While making a right turn, the power steering seized. The contact stated that the power steering returned after driving straight for approximately one mile. The contact stated that the power steering seized intermittently. The dealer (autonation gmc mendenhall, 2621 s mendenhall rd, memphis tn 38115) diagnosed that the torque sensor needed to be replaced. The dealer also stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v153000 (steering). The manufacturer was contacted and unable to assist. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 163,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 pontiac g6. The contact stated that the vehicle veered to the left, the steering wheel seized, and the eps warning indicator illuminated. The contact had to manually restart the vehicle to get it to operate. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 156,000.
My steering wheel keeps locking up while I am driving. Its been doing this but if I turn the car off and back on it will start back working. Now its locking up about every 5-10 min. My air bags light keeps coming on. My windows do not work and all of my car lights keep burning out
Power steering goes out while driving
I own a 2009 pontiac g6. Well, the door says it's a 2009, but when I enter the VIN it comes back as a 2010. I have researched and found that my car was not included in the gm recall for the torque sensor assembly, which I find absurd. The power steering in my car keeps going out while I'm driving. I have almost crashed a number of times. This is a seriously dangerous defect. All the research I have done says gm is aware that this problem is affecting 2010's as well, yet they're not included in the recall. That is not fair. Why should I have to pay to fix a problem that is a recall on my gm vehicle, my vehicle just isn't included because my car was manufactured at the end of 2009, so it's considered a 2010. That is not fair. This problem is affecting hundreds of thousands of gm vehicles. They need to expand the recall to include 2010. This isn't some silly little thing that shouldn't be worried about. This is my steering. I could crash and die because they won't expand the recall. I really hope this is seen and something is done about this. I'm not the only one who is frustrated beyond words. It shouldn't be my responsibility. Gm messed up and should fix their problems in their vehicles. They should stand by their vehicles.
Power steering fails at random times. Failure may occur while vehicle is parked or at any time vehicle is in motion at any speed. If ignition is turned off and then turned on this sometimes clears the problem and power steering works. This problem usually occurs 3 or 4 times in the first 15 minutes of travel. Failure occurs every time vehicle is used. This problem has existed for the last two years.
; I own a 2009 pontiac g6 that within the last week incurred a power steering failure. Recall research shows that on march 2014 the federal safety agency required gm to issue a recall for this exact problem, however, it only covered the g6 models up to the year 2009, which my car was not included. The service advisor at the dealership acknowledged that the "problem" was very similar to the steering problem for earlier models that are subject to the recall. However, since the 2009 model year was not included in the federal safety agency recall, the cost to repair the problem falls to the consumer and is estimated to be in the $1,800 to $2,000 range. This is clearly a safety issue and mirrors the same characteristic's as earlier models included in the recall. I have contacted gm regarding this matter and have been assured that a local customer service representative will be contacting me within 48 hours. While I appreciate gm's willingness to "consider" the matter, I urge the federal safety agency to re-visit the model years subject to the recall. The consumer should not be burdened with the cost of repairing what is obviously a design defect. Further and more importantly is safety for the passengers and other drivers on the road.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 pontiac g6. When the vehicle was placed in drive, the steering wheel locked without warning. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to preston chevrolet (13600 w center st, burton, oh 44021) where it was diagnosed that the torque sensor needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The vehicle was repaired and, after a couple of months, the power steering indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the same dealer and the technician replaced the torque sensor without charge. The failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the same dealer and the technician diagnosed that the power steering shaft needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and provided a case number. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 57,900.
Recall numbers: 14e044000 and 14v153000 relate directly to issues I am having with my vehicle. I was told my VIN was not identified as being a problem vehicle, but I feel like it is too much of a coincidence that I am having the exact same issues that are described in each recall. Please contact me at [xxx] for follow-up... 1) power steering message pops up on radio when stationary and I can not turn my wheel..when I turn my car off and turn it back on the message goes away and I can turn my wheel - steering rack problem identified information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Electronic steering shuts off while driving making steering impossible. If you shut the car off and restart the problem goes away. It does not show a service engine light when this happens. It's happened four times now, the last time it forced me to stop in the middle of the highway during high traffic. There is an open recall for this issue however, the dealer will not repair it. He said it has too many miles on it. It will be up to me to take care of the repair which will cost over $1500
Since 2014, I have had an intermittent power steering loss issue. I have video evidence, which includes the mileage as well as the error message on the display and warning lights. The display will say service was service traction power steering. Historically, the problem has only occurred while stopped, many times when the car is first turned on. The error usually clears after turning the car off and restarting. Today, it happened on the highway going 70mph. I have brought my car to gm dealerships in the past, but they could not recreate the problem. They will not use my video to help them diagnose. I was told the computer isn't storing a code so they can't do anything. After contacting gm again today, I was told there is a fix, but only if the dealership can diagnose. I'm frustrated. I have more than done my part. I have a baby that I put at risk everytime I put her in the car. Why is there no recall? Why can't they use my videos, yes multiple videos from different days, when they can't recreate the problem? I do not have video from today because I was going highway speed. There are so many complaints about the issue. Do people need to die for them to do something?
The steering failed 2 or so years ago, they replaced the motor and sensor under a service order from gm #15356 so they new there was a problem and did not want to get recalls involved. They gave a warranty to 150,000 miles the car has 155867 miles on it and they are saying sorry its not our problem, (#8-3849375898 current gm case #) even with all steering assist gone.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 pontiac g6. While driving various speeds, the steering wheel seized and the power steering and engine warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was able to coast to the side of the road and the contact turned off the vehicle. After a few minutes, the contact restarted the vehicle and was able to drive; however, the failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a recall. The approximate failure mileage was 84,000.
Hi I have a problem I have a recall and the recall number is n140115 and it was for my power steering I have called pontiac and if told me it was just a special coverage with a limited warranty and I don't understand how that cannot be a recall and I feel like I should not have to pay for it, I almost crashed going into work because it went out on me, I get in my car turn it on and start driving down the street about half way to work and I go to turn and it got real hard and almost went into a ditch trying to turn, this is not safe and I need to get to work, I have tried talking to gm and pontiac but they would not help, it says recall not "special coverage"
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 pontiac g6. While driving at unknown speeds, the power steering failed without warning and was difficult to maneuver. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.
Power steering is lost while driving and locked up at start of car. The wheel violently shakes while driving the car as well.
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