2009 BMW 328I vs 2009 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 | 2009 BMW 328I | 2009 Pontiac G6 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 193 | 710 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 121 | 1,046 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 25 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 20 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–22 | 18–26 |
| Median reported mileage | 79,500 mi | 86,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 328I | Pontiac G6 |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 9 | 293 |
| Electrical System | 61 | 177 |
| Exterior Lighting | 8 | 190 |
| Air Bags | 63 | 40 |
| Engine | 47 | 24 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 63 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 20 | 36 |
| Power Train | 8 | 45 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 20 | 17 |
| Airbag warning light | 12 | 15 |
| Check engine light | 11 | 8 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 31 |
| Overheating | 5 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 63 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 20 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 10 |
2009 BMW 328I
2009 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.