Model year guide

2009 Pontiac G8

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2009 Pontiac G8 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 75 on record.

2009 Pontiac G8 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2009 Pontiac G8 at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints144
Combined17 mpg
Typical price$14,112

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2009 Pontiac G8 recalls 4

Seat Belts NHTSA Campaign #15V399000 · 23/06/2015

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Chevrolet Caprice vehicles manufactured October 15, 2010, to October 22, 2013, and 2008-2009 Pontiac G8 vehicles manufactured July 25, 2007, to February 18, 2009. In the affected vehicles, the flexible steel cables that connect the seat belts to the vehicle at the outside of the driver seat and the front passenger seat may be bent from being sat on w…

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt tensioner assembly which includes the steel cable, free of charge. These replacement parts reposition the tensioner cable out of the path of entry into the vehicle and uses a more flexible cable, set at a more upright angle. The recall …

Electrical System:ignition NHTSA Campaign #14V540000 · 09/09/2014

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Chevrolet Caprice vehicles manufactured October 15, 2010, to December 6, 2013, and 2008-2009 Pontiac G8 vehicles manufactured July 25, 2007, to February 18, 2009. In the affected vehicles, the driver may accidentally hit the ignition key with their knee, unintentionally knocking the key out of the run position, turning off the engine.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will remove the key blade from the original flip key/RKE transmitter assemblies, and cut and fit a revised key blade and housing assembly, in which the blade has been indexed by 90 degrees, to the original RKE transmitter assembly. GM issued an interim notificati…

Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control Module-inactive NHTSA Campaign #11V534000 · 04/11/2011

GENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 PONTIAC G8 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 2, 2007 THROUGH JANUARY 22, 2009. A 5TH PERCENTILE FEMALE ANTHROPOMORPHIC TEST DEVICE (ATD) IN A 30 MPH FRONTAL BARRIER TEST EXCEEDED THE HEAD INJURY CRITERIA (HIC) REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD. WITH THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT POSITIONED FULL FORWARD, THE SEAT POSITION SENSOR WILL CAUSE A 30 MILLISECONDS DEPL…

Fix: GM DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE SENSING AND DIAGNOSTIC MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 30, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668.

Service Brakes, Air:antilock:control Unit/module NHTSA Campaign #09V172000 · 21/05/2009

GM IS RECALLING 35,038 MY 2008-2009 PONTIAC G8 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT" AND FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLES SAFETY STANDARD NO. 138, "TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEMS". THE BRAKE PEDAL POSITION SWITCH MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY PROGRAMMED. WITH THIS CONDITION, THE BRAKE LAMPS MAY BE CONTINUALL…

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE BRAKE POSITION SENSOR AND THE REMOTE CONTROL DOOR LOCK RECEIVER WITH THE CORRECT VALUES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE JUNE 5, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GM PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668.

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.

2009 Pontiac G8 common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 144 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2009 Pontiac G8 MPG & running costs

Combined17 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway22 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,675

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

What's a 2009 Pontiac G8 worth?

Low
$8,700
Typical price
$14,112
High
$22,000

From 75 comparable 2009 Pontiac G8 listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2009 Pontiac G8 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,375
Fuel only$18,375
Per mile$0.25

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 G8 trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · GT · GXP
Engines
3.6L 6-cyl · 6.0L 8-cyl · 6.2L 8-cyl

2009 Pontiac G8 vehicles on record

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Other Pontiac G8 model years

2008

2009 Pontiac G8 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2009 Pontiac G8 have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2009 Pontiac G8. 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 2009 Pontiac G8?

Based on 144 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, electrical system, structure.

What gas mileage does the 2009 Pontiac G8 get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2009 Pontiac G8 at about 17 mpg combined (15 city / 22 highway).

How much is a 2009 Pontiac G8 worth?

Comparable 2009 Pontiac G8 listings run roughly $8,700–$22,000, typically around $14,112 (from 75 vehicles).

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