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2009 Pontiac G5 repairs by problem area
Engine (32%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (2%)
Brakes and Traction Control (0%)
Suspension and Steering (20%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (22%)
Other (0%)
Chart based on 41 repairs.
2009 Pontiac G5 repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (3%)
$500 - $999 (8%)
$100 - $499 (17%)
< $100 (72%)
Chart based on 36 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2009 Pontiac G5
Engine not specified
| Pontiac G5 in Manitoba, Canada Nov 2013 - Dec 2013 | |||
| Nov 201345880 mi | command start quit working to lock the doors , both controls at the same time. Dealer said they re soldered the circuits. I was skeptical at first yes the doors locked but would not start the car.opened it up to the battery they used tinfoil | ||
| Pontiac G5 in Texas, United States Jun 2013 - Jul 2013 | |||
| Jul 2013107000 mi | manifold was cracked, | ||
2009 Pontiac G5 4dr Sedan
155-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Pontiac G5 in Ontario, Canada Jul 2011 - Feb 2018 | |||
| Oct 201135030 mi | Steering column rattle, which recurred since last trip to shop. This time, they fixed something another noise source. Steering column replaced (2nd time) due to extremely annoying rattle at low (< 20km/hr) speeds. | ||
| Nov 201136580 mi | This was the second time the steering column was replaced. Finally seems to be fixed. | ||
| Jan 201239060 mi | Check engine light kept coming on. Poor acceleration. Dealer replaced a cam which helps control fuel supply to engine. Gear shift indicator always shows R (reverse). Dealer had to replace entire shifter assembly. | ||
| Aug 201246580 miC $375 | Steering column rattle repaired for 3rd time. Bushing replaced | ||
| Jan 201537820 miC $900 | At operating temp, engine started a low-pitch howl from RF of engine compartment. Later, it lost cabin heat and started to overheat the engine. Expensive water pump replaced. | ||
| Aug 201675220 miC $100 | Constant rattling over bumps. Finally took it to a friend who is a GM mechanic, who replaced the stabilizer bars. | ||
| Pontiac G5 in Alberta, Canada Jan 2010 - Jun 2010 | |||
| Feb 20101860 mi | The Ambient Light Sensor needed to be replaced. The (automatic) headlights were on all the time and I could not make out the radio display in the sunlight as a result. | ||
| Mar 20105580 mi | Steering column broken and rattling over bumps. Upper front suspension mounts dried up and seized, groaning when wheel turned. Both replaced. Horn stopped working. Tech forgot to reaim headlight after replacing it, had to return to have this done. | ||
| Jun 20105580 mi | Steering Column replaced in March, which successfully repaired the horrid dash rattle, had started rattling quite badly again. So, they replaced the entire steering column again. Gear shift lever knob had started to peel and feather, replaced knob. A-pillar trim panel on passenger side had become warped and started to intrude on the windshield. Panel was replaced. | ||
2009 Pontiac G5 4-door
Engine not specified
| Pontiac in Ontario, Canada Aug 2009 - Apr 2016 | |||
| Jan 20106200 mi | went to put car in drive and reverse and the wheels spun. then when got going the traction control light service came on went to the shop and they redid some codes | ||
| Apr 201662000 miC $2000 | bushings along with intermediate shaft and the struts | ||
2009 Pontiac G5 2dr Coupe
155-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Pontiac G5 in Kansas, United States Jun 2012 - Jan 2017 | |||
| Jul 201232200 mi | Chrome on passenger door handle was peeling. Dealer replaced handle. | ||
| Oct 201656000 miUS $130 | Cam phasing actuator malfunction. Replaced actuator. | ||
| Pontiac G5 in Arizona, United States Jun 2010 - Mar 2013 | |||
| Aug 201084000 miUS $700 | took the car in for oil change; was informed I need to change my fuel filter. Took the car to another shop, some tests done was told I didn't need repairs but I still can smell fuel, had fuel filter change; still smell fuel. Was fuel pump. | ||
| Mar 2013174000 mi | Three recalls: Ignition coil, fuel pump, power steering | ||
| Pontiac G5 in Michigan, United States Oct 2009 - Aug 2012 | |||
| Aug 201261000 miUS $60 | Bad rattle in front end at low speed. Known problem by GM. Replaced entire steering column. drivers speaker quit working. No chimes or turn signal indicator sound. | ||
| Pontiac G5 in Ohio, United States Jul 2009 - May 2016 | |||
| Nov 201032000 mi | HVAC blower replaced. Made squeaking/chirping noise on speeds 1-2. GM technician verified noise and replaced blower motor assembly. Driver's side door handle had chrome plating peeling off. Dealer replaced door handle. | ||
| Sep 2014139000 miUS $50 | Turn signal switch would not turn off after making a turn. Had to replace the turn signal switch to fix the problem. | ||
| Feb 2015150000 mi | Check engine light illuminated with "Reduced Engine Power" message. 1 OBDII code was set. I cleared it, but problem immediately came back. Can't recall the code. The fix was a new throttle body. | ||
| Oct 2015166200 miUS $300 | Replaced intake cam actuator solenoid. Supplemental Restraint System (Airbag): Airbag light was illuminated. The clock-spring was bad. Had it replaced. | ||
2009 Pontiac G5 2dr Coupe
155-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Pontiac G5 in Oregon, United States Aug 2015 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Nov 201566600 miUS $96 | Check engine light. Repaired broken wire in MAF cable due to over stressing it when I replaced the air filter. | ||
| Apr 201668300 miUS $232 | CEL code P0023. Diagnosed code and replaced exhaust cam position sensor. Cleared code. | ||
| Pontiac G5 in Manitoba, Canada Aug 2009 - Jul 2011 | |||
| Aug 201012400 mi | Cover for hole in G5 trunk interior (cover for the hole left by the cobalt taillights) broke, but was replaced under warranty. The part is fragile, and difficult to install. Removing cover exposes sharp metal, but it's a MINOR issue... | ||
| Sep 201013640 mi | Wheel center caps were loose, 2 had fallen off. Warranty replaced with a newer part which should not fall off. Very pleased with warranty coverage on this. | ||
| Jan 2011 | Hood sensor was blown, meaning that the remote start wouldn't work, since it thought that the hood was open. Easy, quick fix, since it was just a little sensor. | ||
| Pontiac G5 in New Jersey, United States Mar 2011 - Aug 2013 | |||
| Mar 201242000 mi | Trim plate around sunroof switch was loose | ||
| Dec 201252000 mi | Emission Crankshaft Sensor | ||
| Pontiac G5 in North Carolina, United States Apr 2010 - Jan 2013 | |||
| Feb 201122000 mi | Replaced main fuse box and transmission module. | ||
| Sep 201135000 mi | key stuck in ignition, could not turn engine off. | ||
| Jan 2013 | Front speakers cut off intermitently. | ||
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