2005 Pontiac GTO owner complaints

Irregular front tire wear on the inside of the tires down to the steel belts causing blow out and flats. Numerous wheel alignments have not fixed the problem. Why has gm not put out a recall on this dangerous issue? Loss of vehicle control when this occurs. Some one is going to get hurt or lose their life. I lost control of the vehicle the first time it occurred but managed to stay on the road.

When I went and had the last two sets of tires on my gto replaced I notice tire wear on the inside front tires. After doing some research I found out that this is a common problem. When I went to the dealership they said it was under inflate tires and made up another excuse or two. I realized I was going to get nowhere with the service manager who swore there was no recall or safety issues with the tire rub. I then went home and removed the tires that had only been on my car for 4 days a realized they too were rubbing on the strut. *tr

Struts rubbing against tires on 2005 Pontiac gto. Tires are factory recommended size. Steering wheel shakes immensely from manufacturer defect, tires worn out prematurely, and safety issue to family. Accident waiting to happen!! *tr

This is in regards to my 2005 Pontiac gto. I had noticed excessive tire wear on the inside of my front tires. I then felt between the tire and the strut and there is only about 1/8" or less clearance between the strut and the tire. The front struts rub on the front tires every time the vehicle rolls over any small bump. This is causing excessive tire wear and sends shocks through the steering system when driving. I went to the dealership and was told the strut towers were flipped over help with the clearance. This was total nonsense , especially when I jacked up the car the next day and no parts had been removed from the car and the clearance between the tire and the strut was the same. *tr

Tire failure due to strut rub on the front end of my 2005 gto. *tr

Tires rubbing on front struts with less than 10,000 miles on tires ive already had to replace them. *jb

Just checking the tires notice the tire wear on the inside so took the tire out and notice that the front strut had a shine part to it that indicates that the front tires were rubbing and cause the two front tires to wear out with the wires coming out did some research and find out that I wasn't the only one with this issue since the dealer wont help I replace the front tires and in the process to also replace struts and tie rods which it seems to be the problems for every gto owners that I contact with the 17 inch wheels. *tr

05 Pontiac gto with bad strut bushings, horrible factory alignment, etc to cause my tires to rub the front struts. I almost had a blow out. I first complained to the dealer about the issue of the inside of the front tire wearing. They suggested an alignment for $80+. I refused. I personally removed the front wheels later to discover the tires were indeed rubbing (why couldn't the dealer see this? They are trained mechanics). They replaced tires and performed the alignment once again under warranty. My tires are not cupping on the outside. I think the dealer solved the strut rubbing problem by creating another problem... *tr

B.f. Goodrich factories tires were shot at 15,800 miles on at 2005 late model Pontiac gto. They were dangerous and the manufacture and dealer claimed abuse which is false to keep from having to replace under warranty. I have photos and one time had the belt shift and become completely exposed. Another was bald on one side, but not the other. Two others were rounding and flattening in various spots. It appears to be they are trying to cover up a major defect that may be dangerous and costly to them much like the firestone problem on the SUV's a few years ago. *nm

Purchased a new '05 gto and at 20k discovered abnormal tire wear/alignment/strut rub. Tires were shredded and besides the obvious safety issues will need to be replaced. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 Pontiac gto with bf goodrich tires (model unknown). While driving 15 MPH, the front passenger tire was flat. The contact felt that the front tires rubbed against the struts and caused a flat. The current and failure mileages were 19,774. *updated 12/12/2007 *bf updated 12/12/07 *tr

2005 gto air bags did not deploy when the vehicle hit a tre head on . *ts *nm updated11/29/05. *jb

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Pontiac gto. After starting the vehicle, the air bag sensor illuminated and the air bag fault message displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the sensor for the passenger side seat belt retractor was faulty. The contact notified the manufacturer of the failure and was informed that the parts needed to repair the failure were permanently no longer available. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 85,000.

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 Pontiac gto. While driving approximately 62 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly swerved towards the right and crashed into another vehicle. The contact and the driver of the other vehicle suffered personal injuries. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired; however, the contact stated the failure was related to the steering. The failure mileage was 80,000. Updated 01/12/11*lj updated 01/14/11 *bf pictures received 01/27/11 prior to the accident, the rear differential failed internally, and the power steering hose was leaking. Updated 04/15/11

Dt: the contact states there are multiple problems with the vehicle. She has taken the vehicle to the dealership. On april 26, 2005 they replaced the computer, harness, throttle body, engine relay switch, clamps and hangers to the exhaust system. Then on august 11, 2005 they replaced some missing strut tower nuts. There was a whistling sound coming from the vehicle when started. The safety and check oil indicator lights came on. Later, on september 27 , 2005 the dealership replaced the engine, exhaust hanger and clamps again, pedal and pedal springs and engine manifold gasket. On october 19 the left tail light was loose, and the clutch pedal went down to the floor. The traction control button and the trunk release buttons would not work. Also, the power steering bracket was loose.

I purchased a 2005 Pontiac gto in april of this year, it had a factory warranty still with it. It has been in the shop more then I have driven it. The ABS light has been on 4 times so far. The ECU module has been replaced twice so far. This is an on going problem. The car is going back into the shop as soon as a part comes in. The dealership is aware that is an on going problem. I think this car is a lemon, and I am not sure what I can do about it. The factory warranty expires next week. I would like to know if someone can please help me with this situation. They have replaced the hub in the car once and I have taken the car back and told them it is still doing the same thing I brought it in for before. I am getting tired of not being about to enjoy my car without something going wrong wit

Ignition locked up had have car towed new ignition switch installed $400.00. *tr

2005 Pontiac gto the fuel rail cover on the driver's side of the engine rubs the fuel delivery line causing a cut in the line. This cut continues to get worse and will eventually compromise the integrity of the fuel line. There have been numerous reports of this line breaking and causing the engine bay to ignite from the fuel. Please let me know if there's any recall on this problem. Thank you for your time. *tr

Wheel feel off car driving. Gm refuses to investigate. Says call dealer. Have pics of wheel and screenshots of help conversation

Driver seat belt is fully extended and will not retract. When getting into car and placing seat belt on, it fully extended and would not retract.