2008 Pontiac G5 Pontiac G5 2008

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2008 Pontiac G5 repairs by problem area

Engine (19%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (29%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (19%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (26%)

Other (3%)

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2008 Pontiac G5 electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (17%)

< $100 (83%)

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2008 Pontiac G5 4dr Sedan

148-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

32240 mi

C $100
On the dash the "trunk ajar" warning message would stay on even though the trunk was secure and locked. This set the alarm system off in the early morning hours. Dealer replaced entire trunk latch. 

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2008 Pontiac G5 2dr Coupe

171-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD

6820 mi Transmitter fob stopped working. 
26000 mi Rear speakers blown while using all factory stereo equipment. 

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2008 Pontiac G5 2dr Coupe

148-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD

30000 mi display on radio quit working. 

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2008 Pontiac G5 2dr Coupe

148-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

2170 mi Replace faulty HVAC blower motor & repair broken linkage on driver side door handle (door would not open from outside). 
9300 mi Repair turn signal mechanism. Signal would not cancel after a right turn. 

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2008 Pontiac G5 Electrical Problems

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