NHTSA has 272 owner complaints on file for the 2010 Pontiac G6[1]. Steering is the biggest group[2].
Most reported problems
Here are the complaint groups owners raise most, biggest first.
- Steering. 173 complaints[2]. Owners describe warning messages on the dash at start up, a steering that suddenly loses its assist, and a wheel that pulls or shakes. Some stories mention a steering column repair that was costly.
- Electrical System. 61 complaints[5]. In the stories we read, owners describe headlights that keep dying, bulbs that flicker, and connectors that corrode or melt. Brake lights that stay on or fail to light also come up.
- Electronic Stability Control (Esc). 55 complaints[6]. Owners describe stability and traction warning lights that appear at random, sometimes together with steering warnings.
- Exterior Lighting. 37 complaints[7]. Owners describe repeated headlight replacements and brake lights that behave oddly.
- Brakes. 22 complaints[8].
- Air Bags. 18 complaints[9].
- Power Train. 14 complaints[10].
- Speed Control. 10 complaints[11].
Recalls
Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2010 G6 is necessarily included.
- Electronic Stability Control (Esc) (14V252), May 2014. About 2,440,524 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[12]
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (Prndl) (12V460), September 2012. About 426,240 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, the car rolling away, parts separating. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[13]
Fuel economy
EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.
| Version | City / highway / combined MPG | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|
| G6, 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive[14] | 22 / 30 / 25 | $2,700 |
| G6, 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd, Gasoline or E85, Front-Wheel Drive[15] | 22 / 30 / 25 | $2,700 |
| G6, 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic (S6), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive[4] | 22 / 33 / 26 | $2,600 |
| G6, 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic (S6), Gasoline or E85, Front-Wheel Drive[16] | 22 / 33 / 26 | $2,600 |
| G6, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd, Gasoline or E85, Front-Wheel Drive[17] | 19 / 29 / 23 | $2,900 |
| G6, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive[18] | 18 / 29 / 22 | $3,050 |
| G6, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive[19] | 17 / 26 / 20 | $3,350 |
| G6, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic (S4), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive[20] | 15 / 22 / 18 | $3,700 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA lists these versions as not rated: 4 DR FWD[21].
How 2010 compares with other years
Show the numbers
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 679 | 5 |
| 2006 | 1,910 | 6 |
| 2007 | 1,232 | 4 |
| 2008 | 1,080 | 4 |
| 2009 | 713 | 4 |
| 2010 | 272 | 2 |
NHTSA's counts for the G6 show 272 complaints and 2 recalls for 2010[3]. Among the 6 model years listed, 0 have fewer complaints than 2010 and 5 have more[3]. The fewest complaints are for 2010 (272) and the most are for 2006 (1,910)[3]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.
Should you buy a used 2010 G6?
The complaint record for this car leans toward steering, which is the biggest group by far[2]. Electrical and stability control reports follow, and they often overlap with the steering stories[5][6]. Some reports mention crashes, so a steering or warning light problem deserves a quick check by a shop[1]. These are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for how many cars were sold. Look over the recall section on this page before you buy.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the most common problems with the 2010 Pontiac G6?
- Steering leads the complaints, followed by the electrical system and electronic stability control[2][5][6].
- Does the 2010 Pontiac G6 have recalls?
- Yes, the by-year data shows 2 recalls for this model year[3]. See the Recalls section on this page for the list.
- How many complaints does the 2010 Pontiac G6 have?
- NHTSA has 272 owner complaints on file[1].
- Is the 2010 Pontiac G6 reliable?
- Owner reports point to steering and electrical trouble[2][5]. Check the by-year comparison on this page for how this model year stacks up.
- What gas mileage does the 2010 Pontiac G6 get?
- See the fuel economy section on this page.
Keep exploring
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Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 272 owner complaints on file for the 2010 Pontiac G6 (10 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 3 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
- 173 complaints name the steering component group (6 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 110,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- Owner complaints and recalls for every Pontiac G6 model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for G6, 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic (S6), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 22 city / 33 highway / 26 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,600. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- 61 complaints name the electrical system component group (0 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 85,230). NHTSA vehicle records
- 55 complaints name the electronic stability control (esc) component group (0 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 101,833). NHTSA vehicle records
- 37 complaints name the exterior lighting component group (0 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 76,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 22 complaints name the brakes component group (3 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 87,615). NHTSA vehicle records
- 18 complaints name the air bags component group (5 crashes, 0 fires, 2 injuries, median mileage at failure 70,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 14 complaints name the power train component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 70,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 10 complaints name the speed control component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 92,500). NHTSA vehicle records
- Recall 14V252, filed May 14, 2014: Electronic Stability Control (Esc). NHTSA recall database
- Recall 12V460, filed September 18, 2012: Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (Prndl). NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for G6, 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 22 city / 30 highway / 25 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,700. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA rating for G6, 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd, Gasoline or E85, Front-Wheel Drive: 22 city / 30 highway / 25 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,700. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA rating for G6, 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic (S6), Gasoline or E85, Front-Wheel Drive: 22 city / 33 highway / 26 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,600. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA rating for G6, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd, Gasoline or E85, Front-Wheel Drive: 19 city / 29 highway / 23 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,900. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA rating for G6, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 18 city / 29 highway / 22 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,050. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA rating for G6, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 17 city / 26 highway / 20 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,350. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA rating for G6, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic (S4), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 15 city / 22 highway / 18 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,700. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, 4 DR FWD: not rated. NHTSA vehicle records