2006 Pontiac Torrent: engine failure

Filed Sep 27, 2021 · Engine · 111,500 miles · MA

The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac Torrent. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the power steering failed to operate as designed, the brakes seized, and the vehicle lost motive power with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact poured water onto the onboard computer, located on top of the engine to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the mechanic installed a new onboard computer however, the new onboard computer failed to operate without the service code required. The dealer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that the vehicle needed to be serviced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 111,500. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Sep 11, 2018 · Engine · 80,000 miles · WI

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 pontiac torrent. While driving 60 MPH, the engine seized. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was restarted and exhibited the same symptoms as unknown the federal safety agency id number: 10573465. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who could not diagnose the failure. The manufacturer and dealer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.

Filed Jun 14, 2018 · Electrical, Engine · 112,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 pontiac torrent. While starting the vehicle, the contact heard an abnormal knocking sound and various warning indicators illuminated. The abnormal noise recurred while driving 30 MPH. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and it was diagnosed that the engine failed and needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 112,000.

Filed Jan 8, 2018 · Steering, Suspension · 194,152 miles · OK

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 pontiac torrent. While depressing the brake pedal, the steering wheel seized. In addition, the vehicle shook violently when the brake pedal was depressed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the wheel bearing needed to be replaced. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 194,152.

Filed Mar 2, 2015 · Steering · 90,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 pontiac torrent. While driving at approximately 30 MPH, the steering wheel seized. The failure occurred on two occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000.

Filed Mar 30, 2014 · Engine, Fuel system · 80,000 miles · IL

Coolant started leaking into the engine head gaskets blown. Half new engine needed total cost of repair $3,500.