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paint problem
by chrisser62
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Apr 22, 2008 (11:42 am)
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I bought a 2007 G6 a year ago. I noticed the paint chipping and wearing off all along the bottom of the car and around the doors. They tell me it's from the debris on the roads kicking up and hitting the car. Of course they don't want to fix it but I'm told by a Pontiac body shop that it's an ongoing problem...anyone else having this problem?
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Re: paint problem [chrisser62]
by bjeffreymi
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Jun 02, 2008 (11:45 am)
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Replying to: chrisser62 (Apr 22, 2008 11:42 am)
My 2005 G6 GT sedan is having terrible paint problems on the hood and dealership is claiming the same thing - road rash. The chips are caused by the smallest of hits and I've been told by a GM engineer friend of mine that this should not be occuring.
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Re: paint problem [bjeffreymi]
by floridaskater
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Aug 06, 2008 (12:15 pm)
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Replying to: bjeffreymi (Jun 02, 2008 11:45 am)
My 2007 Pontiac G6 is has the very same paint problems on the hood. I brought the car to the dealership in November 2007 and after a lengthy discussion with the service manager they agreed to repaint the hood at no cost. I left the car at the body shop for 2 days. When I picked up the car it looked fine. Now I am seeing the same chipping problem in the same exact spot. I brought the car back to the dealership again and they tried to tell me it was a pebble or road rash problem. First they wanted $821. to fix it then $621 and when I argued that I would be trading the car in soon they offered to split the difference and charge me $310. I said absolutely not. I made a complaint to the GM service center but all they did was give my complaint a number and said the dealership was correct in their review of the case. So now I'm stuck with an inferior paint job on a vehicle that is less than 2 years old with less than 16k miles. Better Business Bureau will be my next stop or if I can find enough owners having the same issue maybe a class action against GM or the dealership.
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Re: paint problem [floridaskater]
by marden
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Aug 12, 2008 (9:28 am)
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Replying to: floridaskater (Aug 06, 2008 12:15 pm)
My 2006 Pontiac G6 has the same problem. The whole passenger side of the car is damaged. I took it to the dealer ship and they said sorry it is road abrasion and there is nothing they would do. They suggested putting mud flaps on would help fix this problem. So I called GM Canada and talked to them and they said they have to go by what the dealership has said and would do anything about it. I then started to look for other cars with similar damage and I found a lot. I called Gm Canada back and explained this and they said they would send my file up to management level. When management called me back they offered me a discount on a paint job. I disagree with this, I feel it is a design flaw and they should fix my car. I glad I am not the only one with this problem. I am not sure where everyone is located but I would be willing to team up with people to create a case against them. I have seen other articles where people have won court cases because the paint should last a min of 5 - 10 yrs.
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Re: paint problem [chrisser62]
by marden
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Aug 12, 2008 (9:40 am)
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Replying to: chrisser62 (Apr 22, 2008 11:42 am)
I am having the same problem. They don't want to do a thing about it. I am willing to team together and fight this.
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Re: paint problem [marden]
by bvdj84
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Aug 14, 2008 (7:19 am)
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Replying to: marden (Aug 12, 2008 9:40 am)
I have not had any problems yet, I have an 08, with 6k on it now, just got back from a 2,400 mile trip, though covered in bugs, does not appear to have any chipping. Though, not sure if keeping it waxed, like 4 times already has helped it, but I don't plan to keep it more than another year or so, I am in a lease, and plan to trade during that time. Not, that I don't like the car, for me, it was not my choice to be in this car. I'll be back to Honda.
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by pr0ny44
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Aug 27, 2008 (3:45 pm)
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we are having the same problem with our 2008 G6.... just bought it not too long ago, and only at 7k miles, the husband was washing the car when it started to chip on the hood, and he wasn't even using a high powered washer! we only got to put on 3k of the miles and we bought it 2 months ago, so we are definitely not happy about it. if anyone else has any good useful into about this that would be awesome, or maybe suing the pants off of them 
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Re: [pr0ny44]
by bvdj84
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Aug 30, 2008 (6:58 am)
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Replying to: pr0ny44 (Aug 27, 2008 3:45 pm)
Hmmm, that sucks! Well I would take it to the dealer right away, though they might say it is wear and tear, but usually it shows differently that just rock chips. Keep taking it in. Contact GM, state what is happening. Get a case number going. I have heard they are usually pretty good.
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Re: paint problem [chrisser62]
by stewartsmn
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Oct 10, 2008 (9:16 am)
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Replying to: chrisser62 (Apr 22, 2008 11:42 am)
I have a 2008 G6 i bought 4 MONTHS ago! Same thing, problems with the paint chipping from the debris when the front tires turn it shoots striaight back at the rear doors due to the flaired out design. I was told NO by gm as well. However i was also told that the paint job/clear coat at the factory is substandard and that is why it is so easy to chip. I have also received several scratches that were wayyy too easy to do. again result of the substandard clear coat. I have no issue with the occasional rock chip on the hood or fenders but these are concentrated and obvious.
I am writing a letter to GM as well as the rep that denied the warranty work. I don't have high hopes of getting any satisfaction but they will know where my loyalties lay. If anyone hears of something that we can do pass it on! Thanks
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Re: paint problem [stewartsmn]
by bvdj84
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Oct 11, 2008 (6:51 am)
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Replying to: stewartsmn (Oct 10, 2008 9:16 am)
Yes, I agree. I have an 08 G6 too. Salsa red, and it does scratch way too easily. Now, I only have 1 chip on the hood, but I did take the car on vacation, so that could be it. But, that is it. There paint seems to be a bit sloppy. If you happen to look around the rear tail lights, around the cracks, its a bit sloppy, as you can see the overspray, bubbling. I have never been impressed with the paint GM puts on all of their cars, as they all seem to get swirl marks so easily. Heck, even look at it, and it will get them. I even waxed mine heavily, though much better, it still shows them. I think you are right, the clear coat is horrible, it should be much stronger than that.
There is another issue with the design , You frequently get bugs, and dirt spots on the lower sides of the cars. Its annoying. It is the design. I am a fanatic about keeping my car clean and shiny, and this does not help along with the substandard paint.
Thankfully, I lease the car. Back to Honda I go.
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