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Pontiac Reliability for the Year Ending June 30, 2018

General NotesHow do we select "competing car models"? Users of TrueDelta's car price comparison tool most often compare these cars to the Pontiac.

Models and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.

Any result under 5 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase in future updates.

New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.

An asterisk (*) marks results based on small sample sizes.

Year Make/Model Repair Trips Per 100 Cars Compared to all models for the same year    
2009 Pontiac G5   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  15 G5s, 10.0 months of data per G5, average 70300 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2007 Pontiac G6   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  10 G6s, 10.1 months of data per G6, average 94200 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2009 Pontiac G8 35
21.12462006079% 21.12462006079% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  41 G8s, 10.9 months of data per G8, average 77900 miles

Includes 2008s and 2009s.
2008 Pontiac G8 35
17.032967032967% 17.032967032967% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  41 G8s, 10.9 months of data per G8, average 77900 miles

New design, spring introduction. Combined with the 2009.
2007 Pontiac Solstice   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  11 Solstices, 10.1 months of data per Solstice, average 45600 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2010 Pontiac Vibe   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  14 Vibes, 10.1 months of data per Vibe, average 81900 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2009 Pontiac Vibe 35
21.12462006079% 21.12462006079% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  60 Vibes, 10.2 months of data per Vibe, average 99900 miles

Redesigned.
2008 Pontiac Vibe   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  14 Vibes, 11.4 months of data per Vibe, average 126700 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2007 Pontiac Vibe 64
37.557603686636% 37.557603686636% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  30 Vibes, 8.7 months of data per Vibe, average 131600 miles
2006 Pontiac Vibe 46
22.380952380952% 22.380952380952% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  29 Vibes, 9.1 months of data per Vibe, average 129100 miles
2005 Pontiac Vibe 50
23.214285714286% 23.214285714286% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  35 Vibes, 10.3 months of data per Vibe, average 143900 miles
2004 Pontiac Vibe   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  19 Vibes, 9.9 months of data per Vibe, average 150500 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2003 Pontiac Vibe 83
49.360341151386% 49.360341151386% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  38 Vibes, 9.9 months of data per Vibe, average 169900 miles

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Pontiac Reliability

You won't find Pontiac reliability information like this anywhere else. Actual repair frequencies, not just vague dots. So you can tell how much the Pontiac truly differs from competing car models in reliability.

These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to much more closely track Pontiac reliability as the cars age. Others tell you how reliable the Pontiac was a year ago, when the cars were a year younger and had 12,000 fewer miles on them. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Pontiac has been recently.

What People Are Saying about Reliability and the Pontiac

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability and Durability of the Pontiac

Pontiac Reliability and Durability: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan I previously owned a 2005 G6 for 4 years and 70,000 miles and had ZERO problems with this car. see full Pontiac review
2009 4dr Sedan 349-horsepower 6.0L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Solid proven engine platform upgraded since introduction in 1955. Proven American sports car application in Corvette. Also adopted to full size trucks. Transmission is modular construction providing common affordable, dependable parts with other models see full Pontiac review
2009 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Extensive research made me notice the Vibe. I was pleased with my purchase, but when my car was exposed to the worst of Hurricanes Gustav & Ike--with NOT EVEN MINOR DAMAGE--I was thrilled. Even my beloved Accord was not this realiable in the 1st 6 months! see full Pontiac review
2009 4dr Sedan 349-horsepower 6.0L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Have had the car for 1 year and 25000 km and have had no problems what so ever. I think with reasonable care this vehicle should do me for at least 10 years or more. The engine is a proven design and the car is rear wheel drive. see full Pontiac review
2009 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Is mechanically the same as a 2009 Toyota Matrix. see full Pontiac review
2009 4dr Hatch 139-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 Very reliable power train see full Pontiac review
2009 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 care-free and low cost operation see full Pontiac review
2009 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 It has the Toyota Corrola platform which has a proven track record. Plenty of available parts if/when repairs are needed. see full Pontiac review
2009 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Toyota drivetrain very reliable & past model(2003) owned was low cost & low maintenance. see full Pontiac review
2009 4dr Hatch 139-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 This car is GREAT! Starts quickly and responds well when you accelerate. I've had very few problems see full Pontiac review
Pontiac Reliability and Durability: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 going by reputation but i once had a toyota tercel stick and i only did one clutch in 270M miles and when inspected for emissions the engine still had factory specs.they do put out water to tailpipe but vibe is stainless steel muffler a refinement. see full Pontiac review
2009 4dr Sedan 256-horsepower 3.6L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Known camshaft issues and were not addressed until check engine light came on after 27000 miles. see full Pontiac review
2008 2dr Convertible turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4
5-speed automatic RWD		 Loves to go back to the dealers. Rattles, door handles falling off. One thing after another. see full Pontiac review
2008 2dr Coupe 155-horsepower 2.2L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 My particular car has been in for repairs once every 5 weeks if worked out see full Pontiac review
2008 4dr Sedan 349-horsepower 6.0L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Mine has been the worst quality vehicle I have ever owned. Multiple front suspension component failures, oil leaks from new, loud alternator whine in audio system, transmission 2-3 shift quality is horrible. This is 2009 right? see full Pontiac review
2007 4dr Sedan Have had it in the shop 4 times. New Rag n pinion, control arm bushings, power lock and passenger window control, Power steering, Now the Drive shaft! All before 35,000 miles see full Pontiac review
2007 2dr Hardtop conv. From the surveys I have seen, the Solara (Camry) has an edge in reliability over the G6. In addition, on test drive, the retractable hardtop stalled the first time we attempted to close it. We had to open it again and retry closing it. see full Pontiac review
2006 4dr Sedan Airbag sensor failed, had to be replaced twice. see full Pontiac review
2006 4dr Sedan 303-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 The engine is great, but the AT was not up to the task for the V8 FWD car. After rebuilding transmision, added an aux trans cooler, and this helped immensly. see full Pontiac review
2006 4dr Minivan, ext. Steering column problems were fixed under warranty, but kept comeing back. Still remain to this day and never 100% fixed. Brake rotors should not have warped so badly so soon. Wife is not an aggresive driver, so not abused. Nothing major so far. see full Pontiac review