Model year guide

2010 Pontiac g6

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2010 Pontiac g6 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 58 on record.

2010 Pontiac g6 — representative photo
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2010 Pontiac g6 at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints271
Combined23 mpg
Typical price$6,409

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2010 Pontiac g6 recalls 3

Electrical System:wiring NHTSA Campaign #14V252000 · 14/05/2014

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2012 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured May 16, 2003, through October 11, 2012, 2004-2007 Malibu Maxx vehicles manufactured June 25, 2003, through April 5, 2007, 2005-2010 Pontiac G6 vehicles manufactured May 26, 2004, through January 4, 2010, and 2007-2010 Saturn Aura vehicles manufactured April 24, 2006, through May 26, 2009. In the affected vehicle…

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will attach the wiring harness to the BCM with a spacer, apply dielectric lubricant to both the BCM and harness connector and the BAS and harness connector, and will relearn the brake pedal home position, free of charge. The manufacturer distributed an Interim le…

Steering NHTSA Campaign #14E044000 · 21/07/2014

Dorman Products, Inc. (Dorman) is recalling certain replacement intermediate steering shafts sold under the Dorman, OE Solutions, and Solutions brand names, part numbers 425-167, 2425167, and 7-3074, for installation on 2004-2012 Chevrolet Malibu, 2005-2010 Pontiac G6, and 2007-2009 Saturn Aura vehicles. The affected steering shafts may have a yoke that inadequately supports the u-joint bearing resulting in a prema…

Fix: Dorman will notify owners, and dealers will refund the purchase price or replace the steering shafts, free of charge. The recall began in September 2014. Owners may contact Dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492.

Power Train:automatic Transmission:gear Position Indication (prndl) NHTSA Campaign #12V460000 · 18/09/2012

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Saturn Aura and model year 2008-2010 Chevrolet Malibu and Pontiac G6 vehicles, equipped with a 4-speed automatic transmission. On these vehicles, the tabs on the transmission shift cable end may fracture and separate.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a retainer over the cable end or replace the shift cable as necessary. This service will be performed free of charge. Notification to owners began on on November 9, 2012. Owners were instructed to not bring their vehicles for repair until January 20…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2010 Pontiac g6 common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 271 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Electronic Stability Control (esc)
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Traction Control System
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2010 Pontiac g6 MPG & running costs

Combined23 mpg
City20 mpg
Highway29 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,694

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2010 Pontiac g6 worth?

Low
$4,275
Typical price
$6,409
High
$8,100

From 57 comparable 2010 Pontiac g6 listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2010 Pontiac g6 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,470
Depreciation (5 yrs)$3,350
Total$16,820
Per mile$0.22

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($6,409) with the same model 5 model-years older ($3,053), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2010 Pontiac g6 trims & engines on record

Trims
Fleet · 4c
Engines
2.4L 4-cyl · 3.5L 6-cyl

2010 Pontiac g6 vehicles on record

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2010 Pontiac g6 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 Pontiac g6 have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2010 Pontiac g6. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Pontiac g6?

Based on 271 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are steering, electrical system, electronic stability control (esc).

What gas mileage does the 2010 Pontiac g6 get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2010 Pontiac g6 at about 23 mpg combined (20 city / 29 highway).

How much is a 2010 Pontiac g6 worth?

Comparable 2010 Pontiac g6 listings run roughly $4,275–$8,100, typically around $6,409 (from 57 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.