Pontiac Solstice years to avoid
No model year of the Pontiac Solstice stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Pontiac Solstice years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Pontiac Solstice complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Pontiac Solstice problems
All model years combined.
- Airbags536
- Electrical76
- Transmission56
- Brakes54
- Seats39
- Engine28
- Body15
- Seat belts8
- Suspension7
- Acceleration7
- Locks5
- Lights4
Most reported problems on the Pontiac Solstice
Pontiac Solstice problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 93 | 36 | Airbags | 33,200 | 3 | 0 | |
| 2008 | 80 | 159 | Airbags | 27,200 | 4 | 7 | |
| 2007 | 66 | 291 | Airbags | 40,000 | 4 | 12 | |
| 2006 | 73 | 243 | Airbags | 36,000 | 4 | 9 |
Recalls 5
Questions about the Pontiac Solstice
What years of the Pontiac Solstice should you avoid?
No single model year of the Pontiac Solstice has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Pontiac Solstice?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Pontiac Solstice?
Airbags, with 536 complaints across all years, followed by electrical (76) and transmission (56).
How many recalls does the Pontiac Solstice have?
5 recalls between 2006 and 2009. The 2008 model year has the most, with 4.
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