2008 Pontiac G8 Pontiac G8 2008

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2008 Pontiac G8 repairs by problem area

Engine (20%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (34%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (7%)

Chart based on 111 repairs.
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2008 Pontiac G8 other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (63%)

< $100 (38%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Pontiac G8 4dr Sedan

361-horsepower 6.0L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

84000 mi

US $180
Power Door Locks have been a continual problem in last year - locks are slow and sometimes do not lock, however fuel gate is also tied to door locks (external opening of fuel access gate)which will not open if lock is engaged. 
41000 mi

US $205
Broken hood release cable and hood latch was replaced. 
30000 mi

US $150
Hood release cable broke 

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2008 Pontiac G8 4dr Sedan

256-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

146700 mi

US $129
Replaced interior door latch mechanism, original lever broke. 
57000 mi Key fob rubber buttons completely disintegrated after 20 months. 
36700 mi replacement of door strikers in drivers door and passenger rear. 
61300 mi

US $20
Truck latch mechanism (with actuator) purchased by owner and installed by owner. 
45000 mi

US $294
Hood Release Cable broke. Common issue on G8's in Northern states. 

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2008 Pontiac G8 Other Problems

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