2009 Pontiac G6: steering wheel locks up

Filed Mar 2, 2026 · Brakes, Steering · 107,737 miles · IN

The contact owns a 2009 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was turned off, the brake pedal was depressed, and the vehicle regained power steering functionality. The failure became more persistent over time, and several attempts were needed for the power steering feature to become operable. The vehicle was taken to Auto Zone to be diagnosed, and it was determined that the vehicle had experienced Mass Air Flow Sensor, Power Train System, Catalytic Converter Efficiency, ABS, Wheel Speed Sensor, Wheel Hub, Wheel Bearing, and TPMS failures. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact researched online and became aware of several recalls related to the year, make, and model vehicle; however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 107,737

Filed Dec 6, 2025 · Electrical, Steering · MI

There is an immediate loss of steering while driving a 2009 Pontiac G6. The steering wheel locks up making it difficult, at times impossible, to steer the vehicle left or right. The only way to unlock the steering wheel is by placing the vehicle in 'Park' and turn the ignition off to restart the vehicle.

Filed Apr 4, 2024 · Steering · 189,000 miles · PA

The contact owns a 2009 Pontiac G6. The contact stated while driving at approximately 35 MPH, the message "Power Steering" was displayed, and then there was a faint clicking sound before the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was taken to the residence; however, the failure recurred while driving at various speeds. The contact stated that only after restarting the vehicle with the steering wheel turned, the steering wheel would turn without difficulty for a short while, causing the contact to restart the vehicle with the steering wheel turned several times. The contact discovered the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 14V153000 (Steering), however, the VIN was not included. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the recall had expired. The failure mileage was approximately 189,000.

Filed Jul 15, 2019 · Electrical, Steering · 150,000 miles · KS

I was driving home from school and at the intersection that I take everyday on a busy road (boulevard). When I tried to turn right at the intersection the steering wheel locked and the car went straight in the opposite lane where a semi truck was coming my way. If the semi didn't brake for me I wouldn't be alive today. It was icy and I somehow got myself back in my lane after using all my strength to turn the wheel. This was my closet to death experience to this day and I have not been in the car ever since then. The car has been parked since winter and has not only threatened my safety but has cost my pocket book a lot of money. I find it suspicious that the previous year models were recalled for electronic assist power steering failure yet my 2009 was not and is equipped with the same power steering option. I'm hoping you guys want to make it right as it would be simpler and less drama than a wrongful death law suit.

Filed Apr 9, 2019 · Steering · 99,000 miles · TX

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.

Filed Mar 27, 2019 · Steering · 200,000 miles · NC

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.

Filed Feb 11, 2019 · Steering · 139,000 miles · PA

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.

Filed Jan 14, 2019 · Steering · 166,593 miles · FL

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.

Filed Dec 25, 2018 · Steering · 166,000 miles · FL

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.

Filed Dec 5, 2018 · Steering · TX

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.

Filed Nov 19, 2018 · Steering · 135,000 miles · MS

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.

Filed Nov 10, 2018 · Steering · 151,320 miles · MO

"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.