2009 Pontiac G3 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other G3 years
- Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Pontiac G3. That is the most of any G3 model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (4 complaints, 22%), typically at around 68,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 18owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2009 Pontiac G3 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 | 22% | 68,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 4 | 22% | 97,304 | — | — |
| Power Train | 4 | 22% | 15,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 17% | 57,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 11% | 49,663 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 11% | 40,448 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 11% | 57 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 6% | 50,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 6% | 300 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 6% | 15,239 | — | — |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 6% | 57 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2009 Pontiac G3 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulic:fluid
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Chevrolet Aveo and 2009 Pontiac G3 vehicles. The vehicles may contain brake fluid which does not protect against corrosion of the valves inside the anti-lock brake system (ABS) module, affecting the closing motion of the valves.
Risk: If the ABS valve corrodes it may result in longer brake pedal travel or reduced performance, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module, free of charge, in any vehicle that did not have its module replaced under a previous customer satisfaction campaign. The recall began in late September 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), and 1-800-762-2737 (Pontiac). GM's number for this recall is 14505.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 PONTIAC G3. AS SOON AS THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED, IT NEEDED AN OIL CHANGE AND CONSTANTLY EXPERIENCED ENGINE FAILURES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE THERMOSTAT WAS SEALED SHUT, THE HEATER HOSE WAS HOT, THE ENGINE OVERHEATED, OIL WAS MIXED IN WITH THE COOLANT, AND THE CHECK…
Air pressure warning light remains constantly on (blinking) after 8-9 years of ownership. Multiple mechanics point to computer issue. All sensors confirmed as working, air pressure is correct in tires.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 pontiac g3. While driving approximately 40 mph with the brake pedal depressed to the floorboard, the vehicle failed to stop. The contact had to apply the emergency hand brake to stop the vehicle. The contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road. The contact…
I have been having a lot of issues with the emissions system and have been working with general motors to seek a resolution to no avail. I had to replace my catalytic converter in october 2016 in order to pass my new york state emission for annual vehicle inspection. However, since i did not do it…
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 pontiac g3. While driving at an unknown speed, the brake warning light illuminated and the brakes failed to respond. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 14v460000 (service brakes…
Other Pontiac G3 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 18 | 1 |
| 2008 G3 | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Pontiac G3?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine, power train problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Pontiac G3?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2009 Pontiac G3 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other G3 model years, the 2009 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.