Issue ID | 858863 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10401164 |
Manufacurer | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Brand | PONTIAC |
Model | G6 |
Model Year | 2007 |
File date | 01/03/09 |
Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | 2007 pontiac g6 gt convertible 3. 9 v6 malfunction of exhaust system behind the catalytic converters causes a loud whistle at 2-3k rpm and reduction in performance and fuel efficiency. This is a known issue and reported on the internet with this particular sport exhaust on this model and engine. It begins at approximately 50k miles. The gm dealer nor pontiac will address and fix. Cost of repair to consumer, $1500. 00. Only solution is to replace exhaust assembly from the flex pipe back. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 52000 |
Number of Occurences | 1 |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | SUNLAND, CA |
VIN pattern | 1G2ZH351274XXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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No. of injured persons | 0 |
No. of fatalities | 0 |
Date of purchase | 25/01/21 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
Number of cylinders | 6 |
Drive train type | FWD |
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Vehicle speed | 25 |
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