THE DRIVERS SIDE, LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT HAS BEEN REPLACED SEVERAL TIMES. THE WIRING HARNESS MELTS! THIS SEEMS TO BE A COMMON COMPLAINT WITH G6 OWNERS. *JS
2009 Pontiac G6 electrical problems
moderate 134 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850
Complaints
134
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$850
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
WAS DRIVING AND SAW A FLAME FROM UNDER THE HOOD.*LN*JB
I HAVE REPLACED 6 BULBS BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE LOW BEAM LIGHTS I THOUGHT THEY WERE BLOWN BUT COME TO FIND OUT THEY SHORT BECAUSE THEY ARE MELTING. I HAVE REPLACED THE WIRING AND THE HEADLIGHT SOCKETS JUST FOR THEM TO MELT AGAIN. I HAVE CALLED CHEVORLET AND GM MOTORS TO SEE WHY THIS ISN'T A SAFETY ISSUE??? TONIGHT I DROVE DOWN A VERY DANGEROUS ROAD (WE'VE HAD A WRECK ON THIS ROAD EVERY NIGH…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 PONTIAC G6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE BATTERY WAS REPLACED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE MECHANIC WHERE THE TECHNICIAN REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR. THE DEALER WAS NOT CALLED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE …
Common questions
How serious is the electrical problem on the 2009 Pontiac G6?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 134 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $850 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the electrical 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 $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.
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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