Pontiac G8 recalls and problems

4 recalls and 216 owner complaints for 2 model years. Pick your year for full details.

Recalls
4
Complaints
216
Crashes reported
8
Fires reported
2

Choose a model year

Pontiac G8 by year

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesDeaths
2009 G841446180
2008 G84712120

Most reported Pontiac G8 problems

Problem areaReports
Air Bags95
Electrical System34
Suspension33
Power Train17
Steering15
Service Brakes8
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)7
Exterior Lighting7
Seats7
Tires6

All Pontiac G8 recalls

RecallDateYearsComponentSummary
15V-399Jun 23, 20152008–2009Seat BeltsGeneral Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Chevrolet Caprice vehicles manufactured October 15, 2010, to October 22, 2013, and 2008-2009 Pontiac G8 vehicles manufactured July 25, 2007, to February…
14V-540Sep 9, 20142008–2009Electrical SystemGeneral Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Chevrolet Caprice vehicles manufactured October 15, 2010, to December 6, 2013, and 2008-2009 Pontiac G8 vehicles manufactured July 25, 2007, to February…
11V-534Nov 4, 20112008–2009Air BagsGeneral motors (Gm) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 pontiac g8 vehicles manufactured from november 2, 2007 through january 22, 2009.
09V-172May 21, 20092008–2009Tires, Service Brakes, AirGm is recalling 35,038 my 2008-2009 pontiac g8 vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.

Frequently asked questions

What is the worst year for the Pontiac G8?

By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2009 Pontiac G8 has the most reports (144). Check the 2009 page for the problems owners describe.

How many recalls does the Pontiac G8 have?

NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls covering Pontiac G8 model years 2008–2009.

What are the most common Pontiac G8 problems?

Owners report air bags, electrical system, suspension problems most often.