[XXX] ON OR ABOUT 8:50 P.M. ON SATURDAY NOVEMBER 28, 2010, MY WIFE [XXX] ROCHESTER, NY 14624 [XXX] , WAS APPROACHING A PARKING SPACE IN FRONT OF THE DOLLAR TREE IN SOUTH TOWNS PLAZA, HENRIETTA, NY AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, COASTING TO A STOP WITH HER FEET ON NEITHER THE GAS NOR BRAKE PEDAL, WHEN OUR 2009 PONTIAC G5 NY LICENSE [XXX] , LURCHED OUT OF CONTROL, JUMPED OVER THE MEDIAN CURB IN FRONT …
2009 Pontiac G5 fuel system problems
severe 5 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,200
Complaints
5
Recalls
0
Crashes
1
Avg fix
$1,200
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 PONTIAC G5. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THERE WAS A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL WITHIN THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER TO OBSERVE THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED FUEL LEAKING UNDERNEATH THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V459000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FA…
MY WIFE NOTICED A GASOLINE SMELL IN THE CAR AND AFTER SEARCHING FOR PROBLEM FOUND FUEL TANK IS LEAKING FROM THE TOP OF TANK AND SEEPING DOWN ONTO THE FRAME AND OTHER AREAS. I FOUND THAT 2007 MODELS WERE RECALLED IN 2009 FOR THIS PROBLEM BUT NOT NEWER MODELS. *TR
Common questions
How serious is the fuel system problem on the 2009 Pontiac G5?
It's a meaningful issue. 5 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,200.
At what mileage does the fuel system typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,200 for fuel system 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 fuel system?
No active recalls currently cover fuel system 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.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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