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2009 Pontiac G6 vs 2009 Toyota Corolla

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.

Metric2009 Pontiac G62009 Toyota Corolla
NHTSA complaints7101,459
Recall campaigns413
Service bulletins (TSBs)1,046372
Investigations13
Crash reports25186
Fire reports2012
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)18–2625–30
Median reported mileage86,000 mi29,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentPontiac G6Toyota Corolla
Steering293382
Air Bags40552
Electrical System17789
Vehicle Speed Control35197
Exterior Lighting1906
Engine2491
Service Brakes6332
Power Train4545

Symptoms owners describe

Steering problems6319
Loss of power310
Vibration / shaking2025
Stalling1749
Airbag warning light1523
Electrical failures100
Rust / corrosion90
Check engine light829

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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.