2009 Pontiac G5
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2009 Pontiac G5 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 40 on record.
2009 Pontiac G5 at a glance
Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2009 Pontiac G5 recalls 6
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 2006-2011 Chevrolet HHR, 2007-2010 Pontiac G5, 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice, 2003-2007 Saturn Ion, and 2007-2010 Saturn Sky vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the key can be removed from the ignition when the ignition is not in the "Off" position.
Fix: General Motors will notify owners, and for vehicles that were built with the defective ignition cylinder and have not previously had the ignition cylinder replaced with the redesigned part, dealers will replace the ignition cylinder and cut and, if necessary, re-learn two ignition/door keys for ea…
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on February 10, 2014 that they are recalling 619,122 model year 2005-2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, and 2007 Pontiac G5 vehicl…
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. An interim notification was issued to owners of 2007 and earlier models on March 10, 2014, informing them of the safety defect. Owners of 2008 and later vehicles will be mailed an interim letter on April 21, 2014…
UCI-FRAM Group is recalling certain LS1328 ignition Switches sold as Wells LS1328, Duralast LS1328, Airtex 1S6097, and Carquest 53-27479, and LS1497 Ignition Switches sold as Wells LS1497, Duralast LS1497, Airtex 1S10961, and Carquest 53-27967, for use on various General Motors model and model year vehicles during repair and replacement of the original ignition switch. The weight on the key ring and/or road conditi…
Fix: UCI-FRAM Group has notified its purchasers to quarantine and return all inventory. Any switches already installed in vehicles will be replaced by GM dealers as part of NHTSA recall 14V-047, free of charge. UCI-Fram's purchasers should contact UCI-FRAM Group at 1-800-890-2075. GM vehicle owners r…
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007 Chevrolet Equinox and Pontiac Torrent vehicles originally sold or currently registered in Arizona, California, Nevada, and Texas; model year 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, Pontiac G5, and Saturn ION vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in, Arizona, California, Florida, Nevada, or Texas; model year 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt and Pontiac G5 vehicles originally s…
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Notification to owners began on on November 21, 2012. Owners were instructed to not bring their vehicles in for repair until January 2013. Owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-521-7300.
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING 276,729 MY 2009 BUICK ENCLAVE, CHEVROLET COBALT, HHR, MALIBU, TRAVERSE, GMC ACADIA, PONTIAC G5, G6 AND SATURN AURA AND OUTLOOK PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLES SAFETY STANDARD 102, "TRANSMISSION SHIFT POSITION SEQUENCE, STARTER INTERLOCK, AND TRANSMISSION BRAKING EFFECT", AND FMVSS 114, "THEFT PROTECTION AND ROLLAWAY PREVENTION". ON SOME OF T…
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND ENSURE THAT THE SHIFT CABLE ADJUSTMENT CLIP IS FULLY ENGAGED. IN THE EVENT THAT THE CLIP DOES NOT ENGAGE, THE SHIFT CABLE WILL BE REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE MARCH 24, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CHEVROLET A…
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 CHEVROLET COBALT AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2010 PONTIAC G5 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ELECTRIC POWER STEERING. THE DRIVER MAY EXPERIENCE A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST THAT COULD OCCUR AT ANY TIME WHILE DRIVING.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING MOTOR FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS ARE BEING NOTIFIED ON A ROLLING BASIS BETWEEN MARCH 29 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2010. A COPY OF THE MAILING SCHEDULE IS LOCATED IN THE RECALL FILE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438 AND PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668 O…
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2009 Pontiac G5 common problems
Owners have filed 76 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.
2009 Pontiac G5 safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2009 Pontiac G5 2-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2009 Pontiac G5 MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.
What's a 2009 Pontiac G5 worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2009 Pontiac G5 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2009 Pontiac G5 trims & engines on record
2009 Pontiac G5 vehicles on record
2009 Pontiac G5 Base1G2AS18H297168908
2009 Pontiac G5 Base1G2AS18H997210927
2009 Pontiac G5 Base1G2AS18H397172904
2009 Pontiac G5 GT1G2AT18H797195731
2009 Pontiac G5 Base1G2AL18H497222948
2009 Pontiac G5 Base1G2AS18H697139010
2009 Pontiac G5 Base1G2AL18H297139390
2009 Pontiac G5 Base1G2AS18H197272287
2009 Pontiac G5 Base1G2AS18H597116642
2009 Pontiac G5 Base1G2AS18H097228054
2009 Pontiac G5 Base1G2AS18H697225725
2009 Pontiac G5 GT1G2AN18H597258092
2009 Pontiac G5 Base1G2AL18H597232534
2009 Pontiac G5 Base1G2AS18H297101807
2009 Pontiac G5 Base1G2AS18H297280902
2009 Pontiac G5 GT1G2AT18H497167935
2009 Pontiac G5 Base1G2AS18H697103737
2009 Pontiac G5 Base1G2AS18H097143652
2009 Pontiac G5 Base1G2AS18H297135388
2009 Pontiac G5 Base1G2AL18H597186803
2009 Pontiac G5 GT1G2AT18HX97289893
2009 Pontiac G5 Base1G2AS18H597143467
2009 Pontiac G5 Base1G2AS18H697170063
2009 Pontiac G5 Base1G2AS15H797144950
Other Pontiac G5 model years
2009 Pontiac G5 — frequently asked questions
Does the 2009 Pontiac G5 have any safety recalls?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2009 Pontiac G5. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Pontiac G5?
Owners have filed 76 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are fuel/propulsion system, steering, electrical system.
What is the 2009 Pontiac G5 safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2009 Pontiac G5 crash-test ratings of frontal 4★, side 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).
What gas mileage does the 2009 Pontiac G5 get?
The 2009 Pontiac G5 has U.S. EPA estimates of 27–29 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).
How much is a 2009 Pontiac G5 worth?
Comparable 2009 Pontiac G5 listings run roughly $1,900–$6,700, typically around $4,146 (from 40 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.