Pontiac g8 gt shift problems

[camerjeff]

Sorry to hear about your shifting issue, we have not had anything like that on our 30,000 mile 09 GT.

Just quick things to look at, check all the electrical connectors on the trans, and spray them with electrical cleaner. Loose/corroded connections can cause alot of issues with electronicly controlled automatic's.

I would tell you to check the fluid level, but oh yea you cant, no dip stick. Any signs of it leaking trans fluid?

Our car has not been trouble free, we have had to take it back for the following reasons.

Front control arm bushings, airbag module, drivers door striker worn, recalls.

But nothing that serious. I wonder what sensor can cause it to slip or shift into nuetal like that.

[455_PWR]

thanks for the reply,

I'll re-check the connectors, I'm hoping this is the issue. There should be no corrosion on the electronics/connections as the car is never driven in winter and rarely in rain.

No leaks whatsoever.

This is the first issue I have had with the g8, so I guess I can't complain. I'm just glad I purchased the extended warranty just in case this turns into a big fiasco. Looks like I'll be taking her into the dealership soon

[azkeebler]

And here I thought It was my imagination regarding all the little stupid things going wrong with a NEW car.

Mine has a transmission hiccup every once in a while when cold. No engine light or anything, just feels like it's slipping. I've had the dealer check it, they say it's fine. Now it seems like it's whining more than usual. Only 26,000 miles.

Driver's door is giving me "F" body syndrome. Sometimes it unlocks and unlatches, sometimes it doesn't.

Been noticing the steering wanting to wander more.

My remote has disintegrated into a peeling mess.

Grrr!!! I bought a new car to be reliable, not needing to take it in every month for another recall. Sad when my 50 year old cars are better daily drivers with less maintenance needed than a new car.

Sorry for the hi-jack.