NHTSA Data Explorer
Pontiac G5
Data refreshed May 30, 2026
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Complaints
383
Active records
Recalls
7
Active records
TSBs
1,216
Active records
Filing history
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Reported severity
Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.
Deaths
6
Injuries
38
Crashes
40
Fires
4
Top reported issues — Pontiac G5
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Fluid issue
Operating state
Condition issue
Steering behavior
Safety restraint issue
Reporting mechanism
Smell
Engine behavior
Noise
Safety restraint behavior
Lighting behavior
Starting behavior
Braking behavior
Performance issue
Vibration/harshness
Thermal issue
Transmission/drivetrain behavior
Recent change
Electrical issue
Powering on/off behavior
Infotainment behavior
Access/entry issue
HVAC behavior
Ride/handling behavior
Driver assistance issue
Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2008 PONTIAC G5
Filed Apr 24, 2026
The contact owns a 2008 Pontiac G5. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, and it was determined that the occupant detection module was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to another local dealer, IG Burton (1 Automotive Blvd, Elkton, MD 21921), and IG Burton (6913 Ritchie Hwy, Glen Burnie, MD 21061). The dealers informed the contact that the part to repair the vehicle was no longer in production. The vehicle was not repaired.…
2009 PONTIAC G5
Filed Apr 7, 2026
All gauges on dash starting going up and down, Anti theft light, power steering light, low fuel light. Car slipping or having hard time going and possibly the key transponder ignition / chip key anti theft shut down.
2007 PONTIAC G5
Filed Jul 22, 2025
I was driving my car and it just became manual steering.I pulled over into a parking lot,not sure what happened.Ive only has the car a little over a year and had not driven it much.Still learning about everything.Thank God I knew what had happened, because another person might have freaked out. Anyway I proceeded to drive manually and then the power steering was just there again.Like it healed itself.The power steering did go to manual a few more times since then,June 2025. My concern is if it…
2008 PONTIAC G5
Filed Mar 27, 2025
1. Fuel Leak 2. Fuel leaking in driveway, car has potential to catch fire if driven 3. Suspected leak and odor was reported 4 years ago. Dealer said the recall did not apply to my car. After receiving an email reply back from GMLegalUpdate department indicating they would cover the fuel line under special coverage, the dealer looked at the car. Dealer said they couldn't find any leak. Now the leak is very apparent when you start the car. Significant gas leaks onto the ground. After speaking to…
2009 PONTIAC G5
Filed Feb 11, 2025
The contact owned a 2009 Pontiac G5. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 14V047000 (Air Bags, Electrical System) and 14V171000 (Electrical System). The contact requested to be removed from the recall distribution list. The local dealer and manufacturer were contacted and referred the contact to the NHSTA Hotline for assistance.
2007 PONTIAC G5
Filed Nov 28, 2024
low speed the steering wheel locks up and when turning left the light will dim as it locks
2007 PONTIAC G5
Filed Nov 26, 2024
The contact owns a 2007 Pontiac G5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle was able to restart. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 12V459000 (Fuel…
2008 PONTIAC G5
Filed Apr 12, 2024
Not sure if ignition has ever been changed but I’ve been reading that there is a recall on my eps system as to that matter I have no power steering and would like to kno if it will be covered if I take it to gm dealership close to me
2008 PONTIAC G5
Filed Oct 10, 2023
The contact owns a 2008 Pontiac G5. The contact stated that while driving at 2 MPH, the steering wheel had become firm. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not towed or taken to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 121,400.
2007 PONTIAC G5
Filed Jun 20, 2023
Fuel leaking which appears to be on top of fuel tank. Smell of gas is present inside and outside of vehicle.