2008 Pontiac G6 Pontiac G6 2008

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2008 Pontiac G6 repairs by problem area

Engine (16%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (44%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (13%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (7%)

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2008 Pontiac G6 transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (20%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (80%)

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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Pontiac G6

Engine not specified

77000 mi

US $2000
transmission replaced 

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2008 Pontiac G6 4dr Sedan

219-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

3000 mi Car would shudder under load in fourth gear. Replaced torque converter clutch spring (warranty). 
5000 mi Car would shudder under load in fourth gear. Dealer installed additive in transmission (warranty). 
8000 mi Car would shudder under load in fourth gear. Dealer replaced entire torque converter (warranty). 

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2008 Pontiac G6 4dr Sedan

164-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

28000 mi Torque converter clutch locks and unlocks about every 5 seconds while driving between 40 and 60 MPH. Mechanic said they are using a new "More viscous" transmission fluid now so that's normal operation. At 65 MPH, TCC stays locked, as it should 

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2008 Pontiac G6 Transmission Problems

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