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Pontiac Solstice Engine problems by year

28 complaints filed with NHTSA about the Pontiac Solstice's engine & cooling. Stalling, loss of power, oil consumption, overheating, head gaskets, timing chains and engine failure.

Engine complaints by model year

YearEngine complaintsCrashesInjuriesRecalls
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Latest Solstice engine complaints

2006 Pontiac SolsticeElectrical systemAirbagsEngine & cooling

The electric system appears to be unsafe, the ignition doesn't turn over and drains the battery every day. I'm also worried about the airbags and other recalls on this car. I contacted the dealer "Dave Kirk Automotive" in Crossville, TN weeks ago. They took the vin # and looked up the recalls. This was a month ago. They said they would get the parts and call me. No one at the dealer has contacted me again. They know there are serious recalls on this vehicle. I need help on this. I'm 74, the car only has 39000 miles on it. This needs to be fixed at once.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Air bags · EngineNHTSA 11495876
2007 Pontiac SolsticeElectrical systemEngine & cooling

While driving to my sons house, the engine stopped. Fortunately I was not far from the house and was able to coast in. I was unable to restart the engine so I had the car towed to my house. I checked with the local gm dealer and was told that I was up to date on the recalls. A mechanic checked the car. It seems that the new ignition switch is faulty as well

Filed Incident Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 11377236
2006 Pontiac SolsticeElectrical systemBrakesEngine & cooling

When I apply the brakes to slow down or stop and the car gets to about 20mph the car suddenly brakes hard and jolts. If it were not for the seat belt one could go into the windshield. This happens with each braking. This is extremely dangerous. I see through research online that people have been reporting this issue with this car for years...Why isn't there a recall? What is the problem? This is a small car if a semi or just any moving vehicle was close behind me when this happens I and my passenger would...

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probably be crushed. The two engine indicator lights go on and the low engine power light also goes on and stays on. The repair facility seems to be stumped. Someone must know what causes this because it is not an isolated problem that we are experiencing.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Service brakes · EngineNHTSA 11124351
2007 Pontiac SolsticeEngine & cooling

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 pontiac solstice. When the contact attempted to drive the vehicle, it shook violently and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 63,972.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11075669
2007 Pontiac SolsticeEngine & cooling

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 pontiac solstice. While driving 60 mph on the highway, the vehicle lost steering power and stalled without warning. The vehicle was not able to be restarted. There were no warning indicators illuminated prior to the failure. The vehicle was towed to radley chevrolet (3670 jefferson davis hwy, fredericksburg, va 22408 (540), 898-4000) where it was diagnosed that the engine needed replacement. The contact experienced the same failure three weeks ago. The vehicle was towed back to radley chevrolet where it was diagnosed that the engine needed replacement. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 178,000.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11065854
2006 Pontiac SolsticeTransmission & drivetrainEngine & cooling

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 pontiac solstice. While driving 15 mph, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate and the check engine and thermostat warning indicators illuminated. The dealer was notified of the failures, but the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 100,000.

Filed Incident Power train · EngineNHTSA 10926638
2006 Pontiac SolsticeElectrical systemAirbagsEngine & cooling

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 pontiac solstice. The contact stated that the air bag, anti-theft, and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle failed to start because the anti-theft system activated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 65,000.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Air bags · EngineNHTSA 10849753
2007 Pontiac SolsticeEngine & cooling

When I started to slow down or engage the break, the car will jerk forward . It's gotten worse and more frequent daily since I noticed it, to the point where I'm too afraid to drive it at all anymore

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 10748861
2007 Pontiac SolsticeElectrical systemEngine & cooling

Recall 2007 for rear axle pinion seal and for air bags, electrical system. An going issue for these vehicles which gm refuses to take responsibility for. Both were "repaired" in original recall but are recurring. I made contact with gm and they will not take any action on either problem. The vehicle has 51000 original miles. Repairs cost me over $3500.00 For both on 6/19/2015. Gm case # 71-1488399100.

Filed Incident Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 10730536
2008 Pontiac SolsticeEngine & coolingTransmission & drivetrain

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac solstice. That contact stated that the vehicle was leaking coolant. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that coolant leaked into the transmission due to the radiator that needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred and the gears were difficult to shift. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, who diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure....

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The approximate failure mileage was 110,000. Updated 4/30/15*cn the consumer stated the manufacturer did not offer any assistance due to the vehicle being out of warranty. Updated 10/23/2015 *js

Filed Incident Engine and engine cooling · Power trainNHTSA 10682783
2007 Pontiac SolsticeDriver assistanceBrakesEngine & cooling

I have a 2007 pontiac solstice. On 12/12/14, while driving my vehicle I observed issues with my brakes. While driving about 35 mph and applying the brakes the car jerked as if the brakes went out. I had issues with this last month and a mechanic informed me that my transmission was not shifting correctly. I cannot afford to replace all these parts. I believe it has to do with the multiple recalls on my vehicle. I have read other individuals dealing with the same issue. It is very dangerous and needs to be brought...

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to owners attention this can result on many more deaths. I cannot drive my car because of the brakes jerking so hard. I am going to have my car towed to a local gm dealership. Please research this for the safety of owners and other individuals on the road !!!! *Tr

Filed Incident Electronic stability control (ESC) · Service brakes · EngineNHTSA 10664092
2006 Pontiac SolsticeEngine & cooling

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 pontiac solstice. The contact stated while driving 20 mph, the vehicle stalled and no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 73,000.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 10654603
2008 Pontiac SolsticeElectrical systemBrakesEngine & cooling

On a trip 6/14/14 half way to my destination, there was a light on the instrument panel showing a car/lock symbol. I checked all doors, trunk and hood, all were closed. Appx. 10 Miles later I felt the power suddenly stall. The speedometer, tachometer and gas gage were all going up and down. The fuel light came on and started a warning signal. All system lights were flashing on and off. I pulled over and waited for a few minutes. In about one minute the lock symbol came on again. As I proceeded the same gauges...

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started to go crazy. On approaching my turnoff, I eased off of the gas pedal and started to apply brakes. About mid-brake, the brakes suddenly locked and I was jolted. The following 2 stops were a repeat. I drove home next day at about 35 mph. A normal trip of 2 1/2 hours took over 4 but I was afraid of having the brakes lock on me. The local gm dealer was contacted for recall. It took from mid-june to sept. 12 For the parts to come in and be installed. The trip home was uneventful except for the key being very hard to turn. On 9/22 I had to make an approx. 400 Mile trip. Feeling assured that all problems had been fixed, I drove the normal speed limit. Upon reaching my first destination the brake seemed to stop sharply. Believing that I was just overly concerned I continued to my 2nd destination. About 20 miles later lock light turned on followed quickly by the other monitored system lights flashing. The brakes locked as soon as I applied pressure. I was unable to use my cell or on-star. I went to the nearest gm dealer in pueblo. I had no money to pay for a diagnostic check. I was told by the same service agent that had changed dealerships that I would be safe as long as I didn't do anything "wild". I made the same 4 + hour trip. As I reached my home the car was breaking by itself. Replacing the recalled part didn't fix the problem. A recall on the recall? *Tr

Filed Incident Electrical system · Service brakes · EngineNHTSA 10638702
2008 Pontiac SolsticeTransmission & drivetrainEngine & cooling

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac solstice. The contact stated that while driving at 50 mph, the vehicle decreased in speed to 15 mph and the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine and the power train computer module failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 35,000.

Filed Incident Power train · EngineNHTSA 10631110
2008 Pontiac SolsticeElectrical systemEngine & cooling

Ignition repair is still pending parts 6 months after recall is unacceptable for safety issue. Day for day penalty should be imposed on gm for unacceptable delay is completing recall repair. *Tr

Filed Incident Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 10628679

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