Pontiac Solstice Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Pontiac Solstice — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010Best | Excellent | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | Full report → |
| 2009 | Good | 2 | 21 | — | — | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2008 | Caution | 2 | 95 | 4 | 2 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2007 | Avoid | 2 | 161 | 6 | 4 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2006Worst | Avoid | 2 | 164 | 5 | 4 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
5 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Pontiac Solstice Problems
Based on 441 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
Solstice Years to Avoid
Best Solstice Years to Buy
Years with fewest complaints and recalls.
Pontiac Solstice Problems by Year
Frequently Asked Questions — Pontiac Solstice Reliability
What year Solstice has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2006 Pontiac Solstice had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 164 complaints and 2 safety recalls. See the full 2006 report for specific defects.
Is the Pontiac Solstice reliable?
The Pontiac Solstice has accumulated 441 owner-filed complaints and 10 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. The 2010 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Solstice.
What are the most common Solstice problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Air Bags (279 reports), Electrical System (38 reports), Power Train (34 reports), Seats (19 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my Solstice has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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