2006 Pontiac Torrent: engine stalls while driving

Filed Feb 26, 2015 · Fuel system, Suspension · 90,000 miles · MI

My car won't start on the first crank at times...I have to give it gas or it will stall...it also starts up hard at first it did it occasionally now it's start to do it every time I start my car...I took it to get looked at no one knows...the check engine light is on as well and reads fuel codes...please help

Filed Nov 10, 2014 · Brakes, Electrical · 53,441 miles · CA

On 09/26/11, I took my car into the dealer about the ABS and tc light coming on in the car. I also reported having problems with turning over the car as the car would hesitate and stall at times. In regards to the ABS issue I reported a hearing a knocking sound coming from the front end of the vehicle and feeling a vibration on the break pedal when the knocking sound occurred. I was told by the dealer the ABS hub and sensor needed replacement. I was also informed the car was still safe to drive in the meantime. The cost to replace the hub was estimated around $437 plus tax. Since I was also having ignition starting problems during this time, I decided to pay for a cleaning induction service recommended by the dealer to help with the ignition starting issue in the amount of $413.56. I was later informed the cleaning of the upper intake, valve, and combustion area had no real effect on my vehicle starting because on 09/04/12 I reported having the same issues with the ignition. The dealer then diagnosed the real issue, which was replacement of the ignition switch. This has left the ABS issues still occurring in the car. I have also read numerous complaints online about other pontiac torrents having the same ABS and tc issues. This has the potential for real devastating events on the roadways as the ABS hub and sensor is defective, causing the braking system to lock up when trying to brake. I want this car recalled for the ignition switch and ABS / tc issues.

Filed Jun 5, 2014 · Engine · SC

My car keep stalling when I drive it for a while and then it acts like it don't want to go anymore. Later on when I drive it again its ok and picks up like normal. I really was upset that I took it to the mechanic to get check out and he told me that it would be about 3000 to get it fixed.

Filed May 23, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 85,000 miles · MI · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 pontiac torrent. The contact stated while attempting to accelerate the vehicle would not move. The contact also indicated that on several occasions while driving at speeds above 45 MPH the vehicle would suddenly stall. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who was unable to diagnose the defect. The contact also indicated that while operating the heater or air conditioner a mist was coming from the vents leaving a residue inside the cabin. The dealer was unable to diagnose the cause of failure. The contact also indicated that the drivers side heated seat was extremely hot to the touch and a electrical burning odor was present. The defrost malfunctioned which created a visibility hazard. The failure was not diagnosed nor was the vehicle repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 85000.

Filed Apr 22, 2014 · Transmission · 83,000 miles · IN

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 pontiac torrent. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the PCM was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The failure and current mileage was 83,000.

Filed Mar 30, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 96,000 miles · IL

Car will start fine and run between the 1 and 2 section of RPM gauge.after 10-15 min. Of operation car will die suddenly no sputtering and electronics seem to still work (radio, flashers, headlights, dash lights), must coast to side of road before being plowed into. Check engine light came on. Took into local mechanic said the catalytic converter code was on and that they "blew it out", light shut off torrent ran fine for 1 day. Repeated process is of dying is now ongoing, car will either die or stall (feels like a downshift), then blow out a cloud of black smoke and keep running if engine does not die, also RPM's reduce to the 0 - 1 section of gauge rather then the normal 1-2 section like when I bought it. 2 mechanics could not find the problem after checking 2 sensor's, fuel pump and fuse box. Problem still not resolved....

Filed Mar 19, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 81,900 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 pontiac torrent. The contact stated that while entering a garage, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after approximately 5 minutes and the vehicle operated normally. The failure recurred on another occasion when the contact was entering a driveway with the illumination of the check engine warning light. Additionally, the key would sporadically fail to enter the ignition switch. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified and no solution was offered. The failure mileage was 81,900. Updated 4/28/14*cn the dealer stated the ECM needs to be replaced. No repairs have been made.

Filed Mar 14, 2014 · Engine · 85,000 miles · ND

The car has a tendency to have loss of power or stall while driving. The one particular time that is of great safety concern is when it had loss of power while driving on the highway. The car also won't randomly start and have been stalled in the -30 degrees freezing cold for over an hour on a remote highway. Took it into multiple mechanics, including gm mechanics, and they have no idea what is going on. Had the battery replaced, throttle body cleaned, etc. Called gm, they can car less that the car has a chronic problem. A simple search on pontiac torrents shows there are hundreds of the same issue.

Filed Sep 12, 2011 · Transmission · 78,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 pontiac torrent. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH, a loud screeching noise was under the hood and the vehicle stalled. Upon restart, the failure continued to occur. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop, where the contact was informed that the noise was coming from the transmission flex plate. The vehicle was in the process of being repaired. The failure mileage was 78,000.

Filed Sep 19, 2006 · Acceleration, Brakes · 9,600 miles · PA

Dt*: the contact stated while at a stop, the vehicle lunged forward without warning. This was an intermittent problem and the dealership was unable to duplicate the problem. Also, there was a ticking noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. The dealership determined there were metal shavings in the rear suspension. The rear axle, tie rod, and other components were replaced. In addition, the brake pedal went to the floor when depressed. The dealership readjusted the parking brake and the problem ceased. Also, while traveling 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle restarted and the dealership determined the lifters in the engine needed to be replaced. In addition, the front driver side window did not also close completely. This has not been inspected by the dealership. Updated 10/31/2006 - the consumer has met with a gm rep. Gm has agreed to buy back the vehicle but negotiations are ongoing.

Filed Aug 25, 2006 · Electrical · 8,000 miles · IL

Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle stalled on two occasions. The first incident was at an intersection while attempting to make a turn. The malfunction and reduced engine power indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a service dealer, where the problem was identified as a faulty PCM wiring. On the second incident, while accelerating from a stopped position, to 5 MPH, the malfunction and reduced engine power indicators illuminated, before the vehicle stalled. The service dealer and manufacturer were contacted.