2006 Pontiac Montana Problems
- Complaints
- 37filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 81,102miles, 28 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 19 mpgcombined, 3.5L 6-cyl FWD · 16 city / 23 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2006 Pontiac Montana (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 37 consumer complaints for the 2006 Pontiac Montana. The part named most often is electrical system, with 8 complaints (22% of the total), followed by brakes (5) and electronic stability control (5). 28 of the complaints include a mileage, and 18% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 81,102 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 3 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 668 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 134 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Brakes complaints overlap with 11 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Electrical system8 22%
- Brakes5 14%
- Engine5 14%
- Body and structure5 14%
- Suspension5 14%
- Fuel system4 11%
- Exterior lighting3 8.1%
- Steering3 8.1%
Also reported: Tires (3), Engine cooling (2), Other or unknown (2), Air bags (1), Interior lighting (1), Latches, locks and linkages (1), Seat belts (1), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1), Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Electrical system: “Hi, we reside in canada, therefore the mileage is registered in kms. The vehicle now has 78,000 kms on it. The ABS system has been failing, the light originally came on about a week ago. When I first turned the vehicle off the first time the light went off. Now it is on all the time. I believe that the under laying problem with the ebcm module and/or wheel sensors. …”
NHTSA complaint #10298718, filed 2010-01, 46,600 milesBrakes: “While driving the car brake on its own. This has happened several time in the past couple of months. I plug in the computer to check the trouble codes and I have pulled 8 different codes. My family refuses to drive the vehicle because of the hazard.”
NHTSA complaint #10550116, filed 2013-10, 87,002 milesElectronic stability control: “We've been having an issue with the van decelerating on its own and having to lay down on the gas to get it going again. Still havn't found out what it is. Now our awd disabled light came on. This worries me because we live in mn and have terrible roads in the winter. That is one reason we bought this van is for the awd.”
NHTSA complaint #10410985, filed 2011-07, 58,000 milesEngine: “When it's cold and you start the vehicle I get a message reduced engine power. You have to immediately shut it off. Som etimes when you are driving down the road and it is warmed up it will do this and you have to find a safe place to pull over because if you try to give it gas it won't go anyways. I think it is a safety hazard because it can happen when you are going 70 MPH on the interstate and cars are right on your ass. Luckily I wasn't on the interstate but I was on a highway going 60mph when it happened.”
NHTSA complaint #11306546, filed 2020-02, 199,203 milesMileage when problems were reported
18% of the 28 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 63,996 and 116,258 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: falling. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2006 Pontiac Montana. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montana SV6 · sedan FWD/AWD | not rated | 5 / 5 | — | — | — |
Ratings before the 2011 model year come from an older, less demanding test and are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and later.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2006 Pontiac Montana version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montana SV6 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Montana SV6 FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,550 |
| Montana SV6 FWD | 3.9L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,550 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 10V110000Mar 19, 2010Suspension › RearCovers: Pontiac Montana 2005–2008, Buick Terraza 2005–2008, Chevrolet Uplander 2005–2008
The braun corporation has notified nhtsa about a defect in certain model year 2005-2008 general motors mobility conversion, handicapped accessible low floor minivans. During conversion, the driver or passenger side trailing arm modification may not have been…
- 05V552000Dec 7, 2005Equipment › Other › LabelsCovers: Pontiac Montana 2006, GMC Sierra 2006, Hummer H3 2006 +23 more
Certain trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles were shipped with tire and loading information labels listing an inacccurate vehicle…
Recall details for the 2006 Pontiac Montana → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 668 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11027947Jan 30, 2026Other or unknown. This PI directs technician to training regarding sliding door operation.
- 11020816Jul 18, 2025Other or unknown. This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
- 11019074May 30, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
- 11019073May 30, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
- 11019072May 30, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
- 11014455Feb 20, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get…
- 11009156Oct 25, 2024Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester…
- 11007744Sep 12, 2024Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical…
- 11007743Sep 12, 2024Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical…
- 11008956Sep 9, 2024Other or unknown. This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).
Other model years of the Pontiac Montana
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 37 | 81,102 | 2 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 81 | 38,000 | 5 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 39 | 42,221 | 3 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2003 | 84 | 50,000 | 5 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 126 | 60,000 | 3 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2001 | 156 | 62,229 | 9 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2000 | 228 | 66,632 | 5 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1999 | 235 | 60,000 | 5 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 49 | 75,055 | 3 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1997 | 18 | 80,000 | 1 | — | — | — | Stable |
All Pontiac Montana model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2006 Pontiac Montana have?
NHTSA recorded 37 consumer complaints for the 2006 Pontiac Montana as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2006 Pontiac Montana is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 8 complaints (22% of the total), followed by brakes with 5.
Has the 2006 Pontiac Montana been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2006 Pontiac Montana get?
The EPA rates the 2006 Pontiac Montana (Montana SV6 FWD, 3.5L 6-cyl) at 19 mpg combined, 16 city and 23 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,550 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2006 Pontiac Montana reported?
Among the 28 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 81,102 miles and the middle half falls between 63,996 and 116,258 miles; 18% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.