2007 PONTIAC G5 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
249
Owner Complaints
6
Recalls
21
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2007 PONTIAC G5
The 2007 PONTIAC G5 has received a total of 249 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 7 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION, AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH. 21 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Steering (57 complaints), Fuelpropulsion System (41 complaints), and Electrical System (29 complaints).
Recalls for the 2007 PONTIAC G5
NHTSA has recorded 7 recalls for the 2007 PONTIAC G5, potentially affecting up to 7,757,207 vehicles.
Recall 14V171000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
| 2,191,014 vehicles affected
Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 2006-2011 Chevrolet HHR, 2007-2010 Pontiac G5, 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice, 2003-2007 Saturn Ion, and 2007-2010 Saturn Sky vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the key can be removed from the ignition when the ignition is not in the "Off" position.
Consequence: If the key can be removed from the ignition when the ignition is not in the "off" position, the vehicle could roll away: (a) for an automatic transmission, if the transmission is not in the "Park" position; or (b) for a manual transmission, if the parking brake is not engaged and the transmission is not in the "Reverse" position. This potential for rollaway increases the risk for a crash and occupant or pedestrian injuries.
Remedy: General Motors will notify owners, and for vehicles that were built with the defective ignition cylinder and have not previously had the ignition cylinder replaced with the redesigned part, dealers will replace the ignition cylinder and cut and, if necessary,...
View full details →Recall 14V047000 — AIR BAGS
| 2,190,934 vehicles affected
Defect: This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on February 10, 2014 that they are recalling 619,122 model...
Consequence: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. An interim notification was issued to owners of 2007 and earlier models on March 10, 2014, informing them of the safety defect. Owners of 2008 and...
View full details →Recall 14V047000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
| 2,190,934 vehicles affected
Defect: This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on February 10, 2014 that they are recalling 619,122 model...
Consequence: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. An interim notification was issued to owners of 2007 and earlier models on March 10, 2014, informing them of the safety defect. Owners of 2008 and...
View full details →Recall 14E021000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
| 14,529 vehicles affected
Defect: UCI-FRAM Group is recalling certain LS1328 ignition Switches sold as Wells LS1328, Duralast LS1328, Airtex 1S6097, and Carquest 53-27479, and LS1497 Ignition Switches sold as Wells LS1497, Duralast LS1497, Airtex 1S10961, and Carquest 53-27967, for use on various General Motors model and model year vehicles during repair and replacement of the original ignition switch. The weight on the key ring...
Consequence: If the ignition switch moves from the run position to accessory, the car would stall and the air bags will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of personal injury to the occupants.
Remedy: UCI-FRAM Group has notified its purchasers to quarantine and return all inventory. Any switches already installed in vehicles will be replaced by GM dealers as part of NHTSA recall 14V-047, free of charge. UCI-Fram's purchasers should contact UCI-FRAM Group at...
View full details →Recall 12V459000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
| 49,768 vehicles affected
Defect: General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007 Chevrolet Equinox and Pontiac Torrent vehicles originally sold or currently registered in Arizona, California, Nevada, and Texas; model year 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, Pontiac G5, and Saturn ION vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in, Arizona, California, Florida, Nevada, or Texas; model year 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt and Pontiac G5 vehicles originally sold,...
Consequence: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Notification to owners began on on November 21, 2012. Owners were instructed to not bring their vehicles in for repair until January 2013. Owners may...
View full details →Recall 10V073000 — STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
| 1,050,889 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: IF POWER STEERING ASSIST IS LOST, IT WOULD REQUIRE GREATER DRIVER EFFORT AT LOW VEHICLE SPEEDS, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING MOTOR FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS ARE BEING NOTIFIED ON A ROLLING BASIS BETWEEN MARCH 29 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2010. A COPY OF THE MAILING SCHEDULE IS LOCATED IN THE RECALL FILE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT...
View full details →Recall 09V419000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
| 69,139 vehicles affected
Defect: GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 CHEVROLET COBALT AND SATURN ION VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF ARIZONA AND NEVADA; AND MODEL YEAR 2007 CHEVROLET COBALT, PONTIAC G5 AND SATURN ION VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF ARIZONA, CALIFORNIA, FLORIDA, NEVADA AND TEXAS. THE PLASTIC SUPPLY OR RETURN...
Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL PUMP MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. A SPECIAL COVERAGE WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN THE SAME TIME FRAME FOR MODEL YEAR 2006 VEHICLES REGISTERED IN ALABAMA, ARKANSAS, CALIFORNIA, FLORIDA, GEORGIA, HAWAII, LOUISIANA, MISSISSIPPI, NORTH CAROLINA, NEW MEXICO,...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2007 PONTIAC G5
249 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2007 PONTIAC G5. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
Most Recent Complaints
I was driving my car and it just became manual steering.I pulled over into a parking lot,not sure what happened.Ive only has the car a little over a year and had not driven it much.Still learning about everything.Thank God I knew what had happened, because another person might have freaked out. Anyway I proceeded to drive manually and then the power steering was just there again.Like it healed itself.The power steering did go to manual a few more times since then,June 2025. My concern is if it happens again and I can't get of the road fast enough because I can't steer it. Is there something that needs to be done? I'm afraid to drive my car very far in case it gets worse and I get in a accident and hurt someone or myself. Please let me know what to do,and if I'm taking somewhere to be looked at. Thank you for your time Have a blessed day
low speed the steering wheel locks up and when turning left the light will dim as it locks
low speed the steering wheel locks up and when turning left the light will dim as it locks
The contact owns a 2007 Pontiac G5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle was able to restart. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 12V459000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 151,000.
Fuel leaking which appears to be on top of fuel tank. Smell of gas is present inside and outside of vehicle.
Safety Rating for the 2007 PONTIAC G5
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2007 PONTIAC G5 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2007 PONTIAC G5
General Motors, LLC has issued 21 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2007 PONTIAC G5. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
PIC5236A — EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician how to install the new style ignition lock cylinder into the vehicle. When installing the new cylinder it is important to carefully inspect the housing for debris or damage from the old lock cylinder. No tools are required for installing the...
14115 — POWER TRAIN
Electric Power Steering Assist
13454B — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PSR-Ogmotopm Switch Replacelment
13454 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PSR-Ignition Switch Repla cement
SB-0000187754-A — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
12191A — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Special Coverage Adjustment ? Fuel Odor or Spotting on Ground ? Replace
PIC5671D — FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
PIC5671D — FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the fuel tank assembly part numbers 25815572 or 25948766 will no longer be on restriction through the General Motors Product Quality Center. Dealer can now order part through the normal Customer Care and Aftersales parts process.
G-163815 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
09275B - Special Coverage (revised coverage limit). The plastic supply or return port on the modular reservoir assemby (MRA) may crack. If either of these ports develop a crack, fuel will leak from the area. A fuel odor may be noticed while the vehicle is being driven or after it...
08-09-41-006 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
SIR/AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED, DTC B0081 (PASSENGER PRESENCE SYSTEM (PPS) CODE) STORED (INSPECT PPS SYSTEM CONNECTORS). *PE UPDATED 5/22/09. *PE UPDATED 4/22/13. *PE
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2007 PONTIAC G5
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
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- 2007 PONTIAC G5 (current)
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- 2009 PONTIAC G5 — 101 complaints
- 2010 PONTIAC G5 — 2 complaints
- 2011 PONTIAC G5 — 0 complaints
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