Electric hartop roof will not latch completly and will not allow access to trunk either. Happen afetr having chevolet garage work on vehicle had other issues as well . Approx on date had multiple dates worked on . Key locked they rplcd key lock assy , then a cable which was problem did not allow start and shifting of vehicle. Charge multiple times and did not fix but charged alot for parts…
2006 Pontiac G6 electrical problems
severe 135 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850 · see electrical across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
135
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$850
3crashes
4fires
6injuries
When does it fail?
Of the 135 electrical complaints filed for the 2006 Pontiac G6, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 75,000-100,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Owners have filed 135 electrical complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
Among the 6 model years of Pontiac G6 in our records for electrical problems, this one ranks #3 by owner-complaint volume.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
Headlight harness got corroded and will not make a solid connection. *tr
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Common questions
How serious is the electrical problem on the 2006 Pontiac G6?
It's a meaningful issue. 135 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $850.
At what mileage does the electrical typically fail?
Across the 102 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most electrical failures cluster between 46,000 and 125,000 miles, with the median around 89,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 46,000; a quarter make it past 125,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $850 for electrical repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to electrical?
No active recalls currently cover electrical issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2006/Pontiac/G6.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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