2006 BMW 330I vs 2006 Pontiac G6
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 BMW 330I | 2006 Pontiac G6 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 219 | 1,909 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 118 | 754 |
| Investigations | 2 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 90 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 11 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 19–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 86,000 mi | 75,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 330I | Pontiac G6 |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 20 | 1,219 |
| Electrical System | 34 | 244 |
| Air Bags | 133 | 117 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 198 |
| Service Brakes | 0 | 116 |
| Power Train | 1 | 88 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 76 |
| Engine | 16 | 55 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 38 | 44 |
| Stalling | 7 | 59 |
| Steering problems | 5 | 239 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 99 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 93 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 71 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 36 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 26 |
2006 BMW 330I
2006 Pontiac G6
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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.