NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 273 owner complaints for the 2010 Pontiac G6. Most complaints involve steering (174) and electrical system (61). The EPA rates it 18–26 mpg combined.
Dorman Products, Inc. (Dorman) is recalling certain replacement intermediate steering shafts sold under the Dorman, OE Solutions, and Solutions brand names, part numbers 425-167, 2425167, and 7-3074, for installation on 2004-2012 Chevrolet Malibu, 2005-2010 Pontiac G6, and 2007-2009 Saturn Aura vehicles. The affected steering shafts may have a yoke that inadequately supports the u-joint bearing resulting in a premature failure.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2012 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured May 16, 2003, through October 11, 2012, 2004-2007 Malibu Maxx vehicles manufactured June 25, 2003, through April 5, 2007, 2005-2010 Pontiac G6 vehicles manufactured May 26, 2004, through January 4, 2010, and 2007-2010 Saturn Aura vehicles manufactured April 24, 2006, through May 26, 2009. In the affected vehicles, increased resistance in the Body Control Module (BCM) connection may result in voltage fluctuations in the Brake Apply Sensor (BAS) circuit. These fluctuations can cause one or more of these conditions: the brake lights to illuminate without the brake pedal being pushed; the brake lights to not illuminate when the pedal is pushed; difficulty disengaging the cruise control; moving the gear shifter out of the 'PARK' position without pushing the brake; and disablement of crash avoidance features such as traction control, electronic stability control, and panic braking assist features.
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Saturn Aura and model year 2008-2010 Chevrolet Malibu and Pontiac G6 vehicles, equipped with a 4-speed automatic transmission. On these vehicles, the tabs on the transmission shift cable end may fracture and separate.
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
“While in park the steering wheel violently shakes, and when driving is pulling, and now the wheel is completely stiff! This is my child’s car and giving the amount of complaints I read on here about the same thing I feel this issue should be recalled to prevent accidents”
“I lost my low beams about a year ago and also one high beam. Just one month ago that headlight went out also. I have read that there are wiring problems r/t the Pontiac G6. I am unable to drive my car at night without headlights. The fuses, bulbs and relay switches are intact and working. My mechanic says it’s a wiring problem. Is the manufacturing company responsible for this kind of problem? Other electrical issues are present. When my seatbelt is on I get a message that it is not. Sometimes if I wiggle or reinsert it the light goes out, but more often than not it is on. I also get messages that says my airbag isn’t working on drivers side. The check engine light goes on and off if I hit a good size bump. I also had a mechanic spray WD40 under my drivers seat and that made the check engine light go out for several months.”
“The contact owns a 2010 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost electric power steering assist. The electronic stability control (ESC) and traction control warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the electric power steering assist needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V153000 (Steering); however, the year and the VIN were not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 190,000.”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G6 Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 33 | 26 | $2,400 | 342 |
| G6 Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, FFV · Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 33 | 26 | $2,400 | 342 |
| G6 Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 30 | 25 | $2,500 | 355 |
| G6 Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L, FFV · Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 30 | 25 | $2,500 | 355 |
| G6 Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L, FFV · Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 29 | 23 | $2,700 | 386 |
| G6 Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 29 | 22 | $2,850 | 404 |
| G6 Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 26 | 20 | $3,100 | 444 |
| G6 Auto (S4), 6 cyl, 3.6 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 15 | 22 | 18 | $3,450 | 494 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
3 safety recalls as of Nov 10, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
Owners filed 273 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are steering (174), electrical system (61), electronic stability control (esc) (55). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2010 Pontiac G6 at 18–26 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (8 versions rated).