What was the cause of the 2008 Pontiac G5 steering failure?

What was the cause of the 2008 Pontiac G5 steering failure?

The contact owns a 2008 Pontiac G5 coupe. While driving approximately 8 mph in a parking lot the contact tried to turn the steering wheel; however, it failed to turn causing him to crash into a concrete post. The dealer confirmed that the failure was caused by the steering column. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 35,000.

What’s the mileage on a 2008 Pontiac G5?

The contact owns a 2008 Pontiac G5. The contact stated that while driving 25 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician was unable to diagnose the failure. No repairs were perfomred. The manufacture was not contacted. The failure mileage was 17,000 and the current mileage was 42,000.

Where is the fuse box on a Pontiac G5?

Pontiac G5 (2008) – fuse box diagram. Year of production: 2008. The floor console fuse block is located on the passenger side of the floor console behind the forward panel.

When to replace intermediate shaft on 2008 Pontiac G5?

It will do this occasionally without warning. Intermediate shaft on a 2008 Pontiac G5 was replaced due to clunking when turning the steering wheel while vehicle is traveling at a low speed. The problem started around 15,000 miles and the part was replaced by the dealer at 29,000 miles.

What kind of engine does a 2008 Pontiac G5 have?

Used 2008 Pontiac G5 Engine. In the base-model G5, a 2.2-liter four-cylinder Ecotec engine produces 148 horsepower, driving a five-speed manual transmission or an optional four-speed automatic. A 173-horsepower, 2.4-liter engine that uses premium-grade gasoline goes into the GT model.

The contact owns a 2008 Pontiac G5 coupe. While driving approximately 8 mph in a parking lot the contact tried to turn the steering wheel; however, it failed to turn causing him to crash into a concrete post. The dealer confirmed that the failure was caused by the steering column. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 35,000.

Are there any recalls on the Pontiac G5?

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.

It will do this occasionally without warning. Intermediate shaft on a 2008 Pontiac G5 was replaced due to clunking when turning the steering wheel while vehicle is traveling at a low speed. The problem started around 15,000 miles and the part was replaced by the dealer at 29,000 miles.

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