I've had plenty of Pontiac in the bay over the years, and the brake complaints on these don't surprise me. 416 on the NHTSA record across 23 model-year entries (2005–2010) is not a fluke. The 2007 Pontiac G6 leads the list but the pattern shows up across multiple years and models. Not a one-off. 22 crash reports and 6 injuries on the record. Severity is real, not theoretical. Repair cost runs around $450 on average — relatively low for an aggregated category. Across the 203 complaints reporting odometer mileage, the median failure lands at about 60,134 miles. Pulsing, grinding, soft pedal — none of those should sit more than a week. Brake problems compound fast on a vehicle already on the list.
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23 model-year entries · 2005–2010
Pontiac brakes problems
416 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Pontiac vehicles for brakes issues. 2 active recall campaigns. See brakes across all makes →
Complaints
416
Recalls
2
Year-models
23
Avg fix
$450
22crashes
1fire
6injuries
Worst-affected Pontiac model-years for brakes Top 23 by complaint volume
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23
2007 Pontiac G6
88 complaints · ~$450 severe
2006 Pontiac G6
74 complaints · ~$450 severe
2008 Pontiac G6
59 complaints · ~$450 moderate
2008 Pontiac Solstice
35 complaints · ~$450 severe
2005 Pontiac G6
29 complaints · ~$450 moderate
2009 Pontiac G6
24 complaints · ~$450 moderate
2009 Pontiac Vibe
17 complaints · ~$450 severe
2007 Pontiac Torrent
10 complaints · ~$450 moderate
2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
10 complaints · ~$450 moderate
2006 Pontiac Torrent
10 complaints · ~$450 moderate
2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
8 complaints · ~$450 severe
2008 Pontiac Grand Prix
7 complaints · ~$450 moderate
2010 Pontiac G6
6 complaints · ~$450 moderate
2009 Pontiac G8
5 complaints · 1 recall · ~$450 moderate
2007 Pontiac Vibe
5 complaints · ~$450 severe
2010 Pontiac Vibe
4 complaints · 1 recall · ~$450 moderate
2007 Pontiac G5
4 complaints · ~$450 moderate
2007 Pontiac Grand Prix
4 complaints · ~$450 severe
2006 Pontiac Solstice
4 complaints · ~$450 severe
2005 Pontiac Vibe
4 complaints · ~$450 moderate
2008 Pontiac Torrent
3 complaints · ~$450 moderate
2007 Pontiac Solstice
3 complaints · ~$450 severe
2006 Pontiac Vibe
3 complaints · ~$450 severe
Active recalls — Pontiac brakes 2 on file
General motors is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Pontiac vibe vehicles equipped with 1
This could lead to an increase in vehicle stopping distance and a crash could occur.
Fix: Dealers will modify the brake vacuum line free of charge. A special advisory letter will be sent to owners of vehicles registered in all other states in the same time frame. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before october 23, 2009. Owners may contact Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668 or at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.
Gm is recalling 35,038 my 2008-2009 Pontiac g8 vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no
Inappropriate, non-standard lights could increase the risk of a crash or driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the brake position sensor and the remote control door lock receiver with the correct values free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before june 5, 2009. Owners may contact gm Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.
Common questions
How many Pontiac brakes complaints are on file with NHTSA?
416 complaints across 23 model-year entries from 2005 to 2010. 2 active recall campaigns cover brakes issues across the Pontiac lineup.
Which Pontiac model has the most brakes complaints?
The 2007 Pontiac G6 leads with 88 complaints in this category. Next: 2006 G6 (74) and 2008 G6 (59).
What does it cost to fix Pontiac brakes problems?
Independent shops average $450 for brakes repairs across the Pontiac lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.
Are there Pontiac brakes recalls?
Yes — 2 active recall campaigns cover brakes on Pontiac vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.
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Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database.
Editorial commentary written by Mark Driver, an independent contributor to ProblemsByVin
and not affiliated with Pontiac.
Severity ratings derive from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities on the NHTSA complaint and recall record.
Repair cost averages reflect independent-shop pricing and may differ in your area.