2009 Pontiac G6 vs 2009 Subaru Legacy
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2009 Pontiac G6 | 2009 Subaru Legacy |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 710 | 65 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 13 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,046 | 193 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 25 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 20 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–26 | 20–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 86,000 mi | 72,486 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Pontiac G6 | Subaru Legacy |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 293 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 190 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 177 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 40 | 31 |
| Service Brakes | 63 | 6 |
| Power Train | 45 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 36 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 35 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 63 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 31 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 20 | 0 |
| Stalling | 17 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 15 | 19 |
| Electrical failures | 10 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 9 | 10 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 0 |
2009 Pontiac G6
2009 Subaru Legacy
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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.