2006 Pontiac Gto Problems
Typical for Model
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2006 Pontiac Gto.
Complaints
248
Crashes
4
Fires
0
Injuries
1
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2006 Pontiac Gto Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#172 complaints
Suspension:Front
Avg mileage:9,811 mi
Crash-related:1
#270 complaints
Suspension:Front:Macpherson Strut
Avg mileage:1,732 mi
#354 complaints
Suspension Failures
Avg mileage:7,049 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2006 Pontiac Gto.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension:Front | 72 | 1 | — | 9,811 mi | |
| Suspension:Front:Macpherson Strut | 70 | — | — | 1,732 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 54 | 1 | — | 7,049 mi | |
| Tire Defects | 17 | — | — | 17,443 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 5 | — | — | 40,900 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front:Stabilizer Bar | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Other Equipment | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Clutch Assembly | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Rear | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Switch | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches / Locks | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Clutch Assembly:Pedal/Hand Lever(Motorcycle) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Frame And Members | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front:Shock Absorber | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Markings | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Tread/Belt | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Suspension:Front
72
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
9,811
Suspension:Front:Macpherson Strut
70
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
1,732
Suspension Failures
54
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
7,049
Tire Defects
17
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
17,443
Electrical Faults
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
40,900
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front:Stabilizer Bar
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Other Equipment
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Clutch Assembly
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Rear
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition:Switch
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Latches / Locks
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Clutch Assembly:Pedal/Hand Lever(Motorcycle)
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Electric
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Frame And Members
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front:Shock Absorber
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tires:Markings
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tires:Tread/Belt
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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2006 Pontiac Gto — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2006 Pontiac Gto reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2006 Pontiac Gto has 248 NHTSA complaints, 4 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Suspension:Front with 72 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2006 Pontiac Gto?
Top reported problems: Suspension:Front (72 complaints, avg 9,811 mi); Suspension:Front:Macpherson Strut (70 complaints, avg 1,732 mi); Suspension Failures (54 complaints, avg 7,049 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2006 Pontiac Gto?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 7,841 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2006 Pontiac Gto?
NHTSA complaints for the 2006 Pontiac Gto include 4 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 1 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2006 Pontiac Gto have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2006 Pontiac Gto as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2006 Pontiac Gto?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Pontiac Gto reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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