2008 Pontiac G8 vs 2009 Pontiac G8
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 | 2008 Pontiac G8 | 2009 Pontiac G8 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 71 | 144 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 949 | 997 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–20 | 15–20 |
| Median reported mileage | 54,500 mi | 50,825 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Pontiac G8 | Pontiac G8 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 25 | 69 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 20 |
| Suspension | 10 | 20 |
| Power Train | 8 | 9 |
| Steering | 8 | 6 |
| Engine | 5 | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 6 |
| Seats | 2 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 9 | 21 |
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 11 |
2008 Pontiac G8
2009 Pontiac G8
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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.