Suspension complaints by model year
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (struts, shocks, control arms, ball joints, springs).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Pontiac G6. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic due to a noise emerging from the front suspension. The mechanic determined that the hub and bearing assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 57,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle the brake lights would constantly illuminate when the brake pedal was not being pressed and the brake lights would turn off when the brake pedal was being pressed. The contact also indicated that the electronic stability control would erroneously shut off while operating the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed and the manufacturer was notified of the failure but no solution was offered. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 84,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle exhibited a loud and abnormal popping noise. The vehicle then veered to the right and traveled over a curb. The contact sustained injuries to the head and back. A police report was not filed. The contact soon discovered that passenger's side rear tire had failed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the technician diagnosed that the transmission, transmission pin, cv joint, wheel alignment and axle had to be replaced. The vehicle was also leaking transmission fluid. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Pontiac G6. After parking the vehicle, it rolled forward. The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it diagnosed that the sway bar link needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 63,000.
Since day 1 I have been having the same issues with this car. Car pulls to the left when being driven along with a popping sound coming from the front end suspension. Multiply items were repaired both under warranty and out of pocket expense. Ishaft, bearings, aligned 22 times, tire balanced, new wheels put on. Same problem still persisted. Toe clips keep popping off. Car still shakes with every fix. Steering has a whine to it - power steering pump replaced, did not fix the issues. Car has 50 pages of service issues with 8 issues on a page and still not is right. Due to front suspension issues accident occurred - damaging front drivers rim and tire. Dealer would not replace or warranty even with full coverage warranty. Paid for out of own pocket. Exterior lighting also has condensation in it - both head lamps assembly and both tail light assembly. Dealer stated this was normal? …
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Pontiac G6. While traveling at high speeds, the vehicle began to rattle and shake without warning. Also, after the contact put on her seat belt, the seat belt warning chime sounded while the seat belt was engaged and in use. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and was provided a repair estimate. Additionally, the contact stated that the fuel pump no longer functioned, which made the vehicle inoperative. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 156,000.
My Pontiac G6 has been nothing but trouble since I got it. There is a violent shake in the steering wheel and Pontiac does have open recalls for the issue I am having for inadequate support of the u-joints and steering shaft but my car was not manufactured in the state the recall was issued. I also periodically lose power steering while driving which is also another recall but again Pontiac says my car isn't affected by the recall. I am scared to drive my car we have replaced pretty much the whole suspension and bought new tires still have the problem. When it does go out completely and it causes me to have a major crash I pray to god my kids are not in the car and that I don't die or hurt someone else in the process of trying to get the car stopped. …
Again, I bought this car back in 2009 and the front end was making clunking sounds in the front end at slow speeds. Also, every slight bump in the road seems like I'm driving down a war zone. I understand these are low profile tires and the ride isn't like a Cadillac, however, the front end on these cars are not well built. From the driver's seat, the sounds make me feel uneasy as if the tires are about to fall off from all the clunking, popping and other sounds! This is also true in many other GM models, as well. Is this a safety issue? Or nothing to worry about? When I trade this in, I won't be buying another GM product, that's for sure!
Frequently asked questions
Which Pontiac G6 years have suspension problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2006 (56), 2008 (22), 2005 (18), 2007 (18) and 2009 (6) model years. Suspension complaints make up 3% of all complaints for the 2006.
Is there a recall for Pontiac G6 suspension problems?
No. NHTSA lists no suspension recall for any Pontiac G6 model year. A widespread problem may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin, so ask a dealer.
At what mileage do Pontiac G6 suspension problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 58,000 miles; 42% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the front (30 mentions), followed by the front › hub (3).
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.