2004 Pontiac G6 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 11, 2014 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other G6 years
Not enough data 7th of 9 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Pontiac G6. That ranks 7th out of 9 G6 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 46,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Pontiac G6
2005-2007 Pontiac G6 photographed in USA.. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2004 Pontiac G6 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System1 · ~46,000 mi
Exterior Lighting1 · ~46,000 mi
Service Brakes1 · ~100,272 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System150%46,000——
Exterior Lighting150%46,000——
Service Brakes150%100,272——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2013, with 1 complaints
2013: 1201312014: 120141

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2004 Pontiac G6 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2004 Pontiac G6.

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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 2004 pontiac g6. While driving 65 mph, the vehicle failed to come to a complete stop when the brake pedal was depressed. The failure occurred twice. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 100,272.

Service Brakes · received Aug 11, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10621448

We have a pontiac g6 where the trunk brake light remains on and will not shut off. I have pulled the wire connector apart to shut off light. It appears this is common on all pontiac g6. *tr cars. *tr

Electrical System · received Mar 12, 2013 · NHTSA complaint 10502480

Other Pontiac G6 years

← 2003 G6 · 2005 G6 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2014 G610
2010 G62722
2009 G67134
2008 G61,0804
2007 G61,2324
2006 G61,9106
2005 G66795
200420
2003 G610

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Pontiac G6?

Owners most often report electrical system, exterior lighting, service brakes problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2004 Pontiac G6?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2004 Pontiac G6 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other G6 model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.