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2008 Pontiac G5 Latches, locks and linkages Problems

Complaints
2about this part
Share
2%of 115 total for the year
Median mileage
86,500miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the latches, locks and linkages of the 2008 Pontiac G5, 2% of the 115 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 86,500 miles.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“Went to open the door to get out of my vehicle and was cut but the inside door handle. Wasn't sure what had happened but upon inspection of the handle, I noticed that the chrome coating is coming off and has sharp edges. I'm glad I didn't cut myself deeper.”

NHTSA complaint #10579570, filed 2014-04, 115,000 miles

“The contact owns a 2008 Pontiac G5. The contact stated that the driver and passenger doors seemed to unlock and lock on their own. Once exiting the vehicle with the keys in the ignition, the doors would also lock. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic who advised her that there was a electrical failure and the doors needed to rewired. The manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 58,000.”

NHTSA complaint #10399131, filed 2011-05, 58,000 miles

Latches, locks and linkages: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
200822%
200711%

Other parts of the 2008 Pontiac G5

Fuel system
35 complaintsAir bags
26 complaintsElectrical system
24 complaintsSteering
23 complaintsSuspension
8 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsEngine
5 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2008 Pontiac G5

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology