2009 Pontiac G8 owner complaints

While driving normally on highway, airbag system failure light activated at 68000 miles, which disabled airbag system on the car. Gm dealer read airbag fault code which indicated clockspring fault. (p/n 92184056) dealer reported this is a common issue for this vehicle. They replaced with a new clockspring, (with a new p/n 92234063). Cost $800, and any affinity I had for gm. Airbags components should not be wear items on vehicles.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Pontiac g8. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis where the technician stated that the front passenger's seat air bag system would have to be replaced and reprogrammed. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 11v534000 (air bags) but was advised by the manufacturer that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 49,000.

Air bag warning light is on continuously. I'm sure it's the same seat sensor issue everyone else is having with the g8. This is a serious safety issue that should be corrected via a recall. *tr

Air bag fault light made its appearance. It is an unfair burden to those of us who bought one of gm's 36,000 miles cars. *tr

I have an drivers side air bag failure issue, have had it at the dealer and they tell me that a missing clip is causing the air bag to malfunction. I have seen that I am not the only one with this issue. I fear that the air bag could blow up in my face as I'm driving down the road at 65 MPH!! The only thing the dealer has to offer is replace the airbag at 1100.00. I believe this is a safety issue and gm should take care of their problem. *tr

Left front wheel bearing ass'y has been replaced twice because of moan/roaring noise that increases and decreases as speed increases and decreases. Noise becomes noticeably louder as you make a right hand turn - which causes the left front wheel to have an increase in weight bearing. Original replaced @ 78,042 miles. First replacement become so noisy that it was replaced @ 79,264 miles. Noise was lessened, but was still noticeable. Now, the second replacement is so noisy driving it straight down the highway that I am afraid to drive it @ 90,000 miles. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Pontiac g8, with a 6 speed transmission. He can shift from first to second gear only when driving between 15 to 20 MPH. Consequently the vehicle would shift from 1st to 4th gear. A technician from the dealer stated that the failure was a normal characteristic for that model type. The Pontiac manufacturer was notified, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 6,000. Updated 12/22/09. Lj the consumer stated the second gear is locked out from about 10 MPH to 25 MPH. Which is very dangerous when trying to merge from a stop in heavy traffic. There isn't time to figure out which gear to select after attempting to shift to second gear. The vehicle looses momentum, the engine RPM's drop to an idle. The consumer was told it is a characteristic of the v

Automatic transmission fails to immediately downshift when accelerating to merge into traffic, leaving car and driver in precarious predicament with today's highway speeds. Transmission also causes a vibration when speed decreases and causes dod to be implemented. Dealer has no solution. *tr

While driving vehicle electronic stability control went to off without my pressing control button. I was unable to cause the electronic stability control to switch back to the on position even after pressing the button on the control panel. After arriving home and parking vehicle for about one hour I drove the vehicle again and the electronic stability control functioned in the proper manner. I drove the vehicle the next morning and the electronic stability control again functioned properly.

While driving vehicle electronic stability control went to off without my pressing control button. I was unable to cause the electronic stability control to switch back to the on position even after pressing the button on the control panel. After arriving home and parking vehicle for about one hour I drove the vehicle again and the electronic stability control functioned in the proper manner. I drove the vehicle the next morning and the electronic stability control again functioned properly. *tr

Pontiac g8 gt ABS/ses/traction control off indicators/messages and or loss of power with the radio turned up. *tr

2009 Pontiac g8/gt. Tire pressure sticker on the door is different from pressures listed in manual which is the reverse of the visual dashboard display. There are considerable differences which could well impact the safety of high performance driving. I have photos available electronically. *tr

I purchased a 2009 Pontiac g8 gt in september. I live in southeast michigan. According the Pontiac website http://www.Pontiac.com/g8-2009/specs-features my vehicle was equipped (standard equipment) with all-season tires. My particular vehicle has summer only tires, making it unsafe to drive in the winter months. There is no mention of this dangerous restriction on my vehicle or window sticker or dealer paperwork. Luckily I realized this before driving in winter conditions which easily could have lead to a serious crash. *tr

Was leaving for a road trip and the rear passenger door would not latch when closed. We were an hour from home, so I had to use a bungee cord to hold the door closed for the drive back. My son had to sit in the middle seat. That door is rarely used. I have ordered the part and it should be here soon. The drivers door has become difficult to open and close but I am unable to locate the part as it is backordered from GM. I understand the the vehicle is 12 years old but I maintain it very well; it is in great shape and runs well. It's scary to think that these door latches can fail so easily. Other body parts for this vehicle are becoming increasingly difficult to locate.

Door latches goes out on vehicles and the door don't stay shut. The door will flap open will driving, have to use a seat belt around the inside handle and then connect to the seat buckle to keep door close. I have 2 g8s that these have failed on. I think this is a major safety concern that someone can fall out of the vehicle .

Above about 40 MPH the steering wheel has a shake and the dealer keeps telling me that they do not feel it, seems like they want nothing to do with it. This is a widespread problem that seems like gm wants nothing to do with. This is a link to a 30 page thread of people complaining about the problem and almost every person that is having the issue has not been resolved. This is currently an annoyance but it may be a sign of a failing steering / suspension part. Http://www.g8board.com/forums/showthread.php?t=46325. *tr

At 23,000 miles my lower front right ball joint went bad and a wobble was noticed when braking hard. Dealer informed me that ball joint was bad and this a common problem and some vehicles have been recalled but my car was not on the recall or campaign list. The ball joint problem is a well documented problem within the g8 community but is not being taken seriously by the dealers or gm. This is a huge safety issue, this problem could eventually cause serious injuries. They have redesigned replacement control arms/ball joints to correct the problem but they have limited inventory. This recall should be made public to inform the consumer of the potential failure and destruction that could take place. This recall should be opened up to all g8's not just be VIN number. Obviously there are more

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Pontiac g8. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 55 MPH, she crashed into a ditch resulting in the seat belt separating from the buckle. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the tensioner assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. A police report was not filed. The contact sustained injuries to her knee, legs, and eye however medical attention was not required. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Pontiac g8. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH attempting to engage the brakes, the vehicle jerked and veered to the left without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the rotors and calipers needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. However, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 36,000. Updated 12/19/14*cn updated 09/28/2015*js