2009 Pontiac G6 Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 1%of 713 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 90,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the suspension of the 2009 Pontiac G6, 1% of the 713 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 90,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
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.
“My eps keeps malfunctioning and I lose the ability to steer my car. I've done research on the recalls but, can not solve my problems. This is my only vehicle and I feels it's too dangerous to drive.”
NHTSA complaint #11387282, filed 2021-01, 181,700 miles“Left front control arm became very loose and must be replaced. Owner was not aware of dangerous problem. Fortunately, it was diagnosed by mechanic during oil change.”
NHTSA complaint #10450657, filed 2012-03, 37,917 miles“I've purchased vehicle in may2016. I notice alignment and suspension issue right away. I was told they would fix drifting problems I got it in righting. I've had six alignment. I drive terrified everyday. No one can figure out why car just don't drive straight. The car steering seems like it don't match up with my turns. Or like it does not hug the road.very scary when windy especially when rainy.stopping I feel as if the car wants to turn. Just don't seem stable.I have to push all highway going to work.I just got out of paper tags after 120 days. The streets seem uneven. …”
NHTSA complaint #10918686, filed 2016-10“The contact owns a 2009 Pontiac G6. After parking the vehicle, it rolled forward. The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it diagnosed that the sway bar link needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 63,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10954167, filed 2017-02, 63,000 miles“The contact owns a 2009 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle exhibited a loud and abnormal popping noise. The vehicle then veered to the right and traveled over a curb. The contact sustained injuries to the head and back. A police report was not filed. The contact soon discovered that passenger's side rear tire had failed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the technician diagnosed that the transmission, transmission pin, cv joint, wheel alignment and axle had to be replaced. The vehicle was also leaking transmission fluid. …”
NHTSA complaint #10556209, filed 2013-12, 90,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11007936Aug 22, 2024This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 11007935Aug 22, 2024This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 11000119Apr 26, 2024This service bulletin provides technicians with information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 10245395Nov 6, 2023This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing…
- 10242061Aug 7, 2023This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 10235561Apr 4, 2023This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 10222777Sep 16, 2022This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 10195128Apr 9, 2021This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 10188403Jan 29, 2021This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
Suspension: other model years
Other parts of the 2009 Pontiac G6
296 complaintsExterior lighting
190 complaintsElectrical system
178 complaintsBrakes
77 complaintsFuel system
46 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
46 complaintsAir bags
40 complaintsVehicle speed control
35 complaintsOther or unknown
26 complaintsEngine
24 complaintsElectronic stability control
18 complaintsSeats
12 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 Pontiac G6
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.
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