When having my oil changed at a garage while the vehicle was on the lift both frame rails had severe rust damage. Since this is what gives the unibody frame it's strength, why didn't gm zinc coat them or apply rust proofing? I live in southeast michigan where they use salt on the roads in winter. Seeing gm is also in michigan you would think they would be aware of this and act accordingly? The only reason I can think of is to save money, increase profits, at the expense of the vehicle being safe for the consumer. I don't see designing the frame rails to last for 20-25 years for safety reasons as being unreasonable.
The worst 2006 Pontiac Montana problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical8
- Engine7
- Body5
- Brakes5
- Driver assistance5
Problems by type
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- Electrical8
- Engine7
- Body5
- Brakes5
- Driver assistance5
- Suspension5
- Fuel system4
- Transmission4
- Lights3
- Steering3
- Tires3
- Airbags1
- Locks1
- Seat belts1
- Visibility1
- Wheels1
Recalls 2
Suspension: rear
- What is wrong
- The braun corporation has notified the federal safety agency about a defect in certain model year 2005-2008 general motors mobility conversion, handicapped accessible low floor minivans. During conversion, the driver or passenger side trailing arm modification may not have been adequately welded.
- Risk
- A squeaking or clunking noise may develop. The trailing arm bushings may prematurely wear and the trailing arm may fracture or separate, allowing the rear axle to become partially separated from the chassis increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and will have a supply of retrofit parts available to remedy the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on june 4, 2010. Owners may contact braun at 1‑800‑488‑0359.
Recall number 10V110000 · Recall details
Equipment: other: labels
- What is wrong
- Certain trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles were shipped with tire and loading information labels listing an inacccurate vehicle capacity weight.
- Risk
- A misprinted label could lead to improper vehicle loading specifications or tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Owners will be provided with corrected labels and installation instructions. At the customer's option, a dealer can install the label for them. The recall began on march 31, 2006. Owners may contact buick at 1‑866‑608‑8080, cadillac at 1‑866‑982‑2339, chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463, hummer at 1‑800‑732‑5493, pontiac at 1‑800‑620‑7668, saturn at 1‑800‑972‑8876, or isuzu at 1‑800‑255‑6727.
Recall number 05V552000 · Recall details
See all 2 recalls for the 2006 Pontiac Montana
Defect investigations
Power sliding door
Odi evaluated general motors' (gm) data, conducted consumer interviews, inspected and tested my 2005-2007 gm minivans with regard to the alleged defect of a power sliding door (psd) opening while the vehicle is out of park.odi identified a high warranty claim rate.however, these claims are related to various problems associated with doors not properly opening or closing and not specifically to doors opening while driving.the condition of the psd reversing direction during the closing sequence is consistent with an obstruction of the door, or with improper alignment of the door, and this is addressed in gm technical service bulletin # 07-08-64-007 and bulletins # 07-08-64-007a through d.odi's evaluation of the psd system notes numerous safeguards to preclude both unintentional and intentional power opening of the psd while the vehicle is in motion.a safety-defect trend has not been identified at this time.accordingly, this investigation is closed.[see document file for additional information regarding this resume.]
EA07019
Power sliding door opening
Odi has received reports that the power sliding doors opened without command while the vehicle was in motion on model year 2005 and 2006 general motors minivans (chevrolet uplander/venture, pontiac montana sv6/montana, buick terraza, and saturn relay).some reports indicate that the door may not have been closed and latched before driving away causing the door to reverse (open) at low vehicle speeds.however, other reports indicate that the door was initially shut then opened after driving for several minutes and/or miles at vehicle speeds between 20 and 70 MPH.odi has upgraded this preliminary evaluation to an engineering analysis (ea07-019) to further assess this issue.
PE07044
Technical service bulletins for the 2006 Pontiac Montana 669
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This PI directs technician to training regarding sliding door operation.
- This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
- Unknown or other
- Unknown or other
- Electrical system
- Unknown or other
- This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field...
- Unknown or other
- Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles
- This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding...
2006 Pontiac Montana fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L 6‑cyl | FWD | 16 | 23 | 19 |
| 3.9L 6‑cyl | FWD | 16 | 23 | 19 |
| 3.5L 6‑cyl | 4WD | 15 | 21 | 17 |
What 2006 Pontiac Montana owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
When it's cold and you start the vehicle I get a message reduced engine power. You have to immediately shut it off. Som etimes when you are driving down the road and it is warmed up it will do this and you have to find a safe place to pull over because if you try to give it gas it won't go anyways. I think it is a safety hazard because it can happen when you are going 70 MPH on the interstate and cars are right on your ass. Luckily I wasn't on the interstate but I was on a highway going 60mph when it happened.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 pontiac montana. While driving 35 MPH, there was an abnormal rubbing sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact stated that the rear suspension detached from the subframe of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to several independent mechanics and the contact was informed that the failure was due to excessive corrosion of the subframe. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 180,000. The VIN was not available.
When starting the vehicle, or after awhile when you are driving the vehicle it will come up and read reduced engine power then you have to stop because it will not let you accelerate the gas pedal. Sometimes when you turn it off and restart it, it will be fine and sometimes you have to wait about 10 minutes then restart. It doesn't matter if you are on a side street or on the highway, it just randomly does this.
The dash keeps telling me that the traction control and stability system need to be checked. I have wiring issues for the passenger side front lights, they come on and off. Fuel gauge does not read properly all the time and now most recently the passenger seat belt alarm does not register that the seat belt is connected. The vehicle experiences these issues moving and stationary.
Tires are showing signs of extreme sidewall splits that could have LED to tire blowout at highway speeds. Tires will be taken back to store where bought although not optimistic they will replace them. Dunlop signature series ii all season
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 pontiac montana. The contact stated that the dashboard was fractured. The contact stated that the dashboardd developed cracks in several areas. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for inspection. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 70,000. The VIN was not available.
Keep saying service parking lite change light bulb check fuses cannot fix problem.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 pontiac montana. The contact stated that the transmission failed. As a result, the vehicle decelerated and jerked violently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the technician was unable to duplicate the failure. In addition, the contact stated that the fuel cap failure light and engine warning light illuminated. The independent mechanic replaced the fuel cap several times; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 106,000.
I have bought a 2006 pontiac montana sv6 from a dealer within 10 days of having the van the ball joint fell completely out while we were driving home with kids in car dealer fixed it free of charge but I had to pay the towing bill....I change all 4 tires and now my van is making a squeaking and clunking sound ...I believe it is the rear def.also none of my power doors work and the back windshield wiper keeps burning out now the dealer will not help me fix the problem with out paying more money please help me with some advice in what to do I've only had van for 3 mnths and I bought the van for 3500.00 dollars van...thanks sincerely a pontiac owner.
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Questions about the 2006 Pontiac Montana
Is the 2006 Pontiac Montana reliable?
Owners have filed 37 complaints about the 2006 Pontiac Montana, fewer than a typical Montana model year.
What is the 2006 Pontiac Montana year score?
The 2006 Pontiac Montana scores 87 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Pontiac Montana: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Pontiac Montana?
Electrical system, with 8 complaints, typically around 100,000 miles. Next is engine (7).
How many recalls does the 2006 Pontiac Montana have?
2 recalls, covering suspension and equipment.
What year does the Pontiac Montana have the most electrical problems?
The Pontiac Montana model years with the most electrical complaints are 2000 (22 complaints), 2001 (20 complaints) and 2005 (17 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2006 Pontiac Montana get?
Official estimates for the 2006 Pontiac Montana range from 17 to 19 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.5L 6-cyl, FWD) gets 16 city and 23 highway.
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