2005 BMW 330I vs 2005 Pontiac G6
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2005 BMW 330I | 2005 Pontiac G6 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 28 | 679 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 34 | 569 |
| Investigations | 5 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 26 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 21–23 |
| Median reported mileage | — | 81,916 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 330I | Pontiac G6 |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 3 | 459 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 86 |
| Exterior Lighting | 17 | 62 |
| Power Train | 1 | 48 |
| Service Brakes | 0 | 31 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 28 |
| Suspension | 3 | 18 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 15 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 0 | 116 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 40 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 35 |
| Stalling | 0 | 20 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 19 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 18 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
2005 BMW 330I
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.