2008 Pontiac G8 suspension problems
10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 2008 Pontiac G8 — 14% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac g8. The contact stated that while driving approximately 8 mph over a road bump, an abnormal noise emitted from the front passenger's side. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who informed the contact that both front struts would need to be replaced…”
filed Aug 30, 2013
“The car shakes when turning slightly to the left at approximately 50 mph. I came to find out from a garage that the lf control arm needs to be replaced. You can actually wiggle the tire from left to right when it is up on a jack. Two years ago, the right side had the same problem and was replaced…”
filed Sep 14, 2012
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Other reported problem areas on the 2008 Pontiac G8
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.