2008 Pontiac Torrent fuel system problems

Filed Mar 19, 2026 · Electrical, Engine · MS

Electrical problems have been occurring. My lights keep getting dim, then bright. Check engine light is on, the truck is making a loud noise, overheating, battery draining fast. Please note that the battery is new, starter is new, water pump is new , I got new engine fans, radiator and the truck is still running hot, battery dies over night. I need some help this is my only vehicle and I've spent thousands of dollars trying to get this truck right over the years. Are there any affordable warranty plans available for assistance?

Filed Sep 18, 2019 · Fuel system · 70,000 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac torrent. The contact stated that a very strong odor of fuel was present inside and outside the vehicle. Also, the fuel gauge malfunctioned and the driver was unable to determine the fuel level in the fuel tank. The vehicle was taken to wilson county motors (903 south harden dr, lebanon, tn), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 70,000.

Filed Sep 10, 2019 · Engine, Fuel system · 98,000 miles · MA

Vehicle with around 100k. Traction control has been disabled for about two years for no reason. Goes off sporadically. Now vehicle is overheating for no reason. I've been told that there are no indications of headgasket. Oil is clean, overflow is full, no leaks to be seen. Overheats mostly when standing idle. Vehicle is a headache. How are there no recalls for this vehicle when multiple people are stating the same issues? Vehicle is driving normally besides that. Most of our driving is in town / highway driving (less than 20miles distance). We've only put 10k on the vehicle since purchasing 2 years ago.

Filed Jan 10, 2019 · Fuel system · 190 miles · OK

Noticed a strong gas smell looked underneath car and realized there is a gas leak coming from the gas tank area. Significant amount of gas pouring out . As I have read on other year models having the same problem!

Filed Aug 16, 2018 · Fuel system · 80,000 miles · NM

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac torrent. The contact noticed a strong odor of fuel inside the cabin. The failure started approximately 21 days ago when the contact noticed fuel leaking from the rear passenger side of the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was awaiting diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

Filed Apr 10, 2018 · Fuel system · 130,000 miles · NC

When filling up car with gas, gas was profusely leaking from the bottom of the car. Took it to a mechanic who replaced the fuel pump 6 months prior. Was told that there was a defect in the fuel neck and pontiac is aware of the issue, and has a new 'kit' that can be installed on cars to fix the problem. However, I was told it was not covered by any warranty. Out of pocket repair cost is $670.

Filed Jan 23, 2018 · Fuel system · 34,700 miles · LA

Strong gas smell coming from under the car and possible wet spot on the underside. We are waiting to hear from a mechanic. The car has just under 35,500 miles on it and should not have this kind of a problem.

Filed Dec 2, 2016 · Airbags, Fuel system · FL · crash

My air bag did not deploy in a front end and rear end collison where I was hit at a dead stop and the truck was going 60 MPH. Car was repaired by geico repair shop in tampa, fl. The air bags still don't work and the light still off and on whether someone is sitting there or not. The dealer will repair for total of $900.00 or more. I recently smelled fuel strong in the car and outside. Took to dealer and I see others complaining too about this. No ne informed owners that there is a special warranty to repair part of the problem for free. The fuel pump was cracked with only 43k miles on vehicle. The vent solenoid was not covered yet it is stuck in the open position and defective but I had been charged extra 302.00 and would like to know why they didn't include in the recalls? Both of these items were found defective but only one was recalled privately. Unless you actually bring to dealer you don't know about the special recall warranty offered. This to me is fraud to the consumer!!!! Had vehicle from 11-7 to 11-12 and the rental car I paid for not dealer.

Filed Sep 14, 2016 · Fuel system · 70,000 miles · MN

I have a fuel leak on my 2008 pontiac torrent. Basically recall number 12v459000 for the 2007 torrent. The plastic supply or return port on the fuel pump module may crack, which could cause a fuel leak. My year vehicle is not listed on the recall, when it should be. This is my exact problem.this is a very dangerous problem and should be addressed in more than just the 2007 torrent. The fix is over $700. I smelled gas through the vents while driving, noticed some jerking or "skipping" in the gas petal being pushed. I parked and the gas smell was very strong. It is dripping from the back by the gas tank and also up by the engine. My mechanic said that the leak is from the plastic pieces on the fuel pump and the leak is actually running down the frame of the truck depending on if I'm going downhill or turning. He advises me not to drive my truck.

Filed Jun 22, 2016 · Airbags, Fuel system · 80,000 miles · DE

This vehicle has been full of problems. First it was losing power when turning corners or changing lanes. Had to have that fixed.. Next power steering went out not long after had the power issue fixed. Next the driver door would no longer lock. Had that fixed in 2015. Then in 2015 started noticing the airbag light was just going on and off for the passenger seat when someone was sitting in the seat. And they all meet/exceed the weight needed to activate. Now the airbag just stays off. Now the airbag sensor is showing not activated for the driver side. And the seat belt lights are blinking. Also now I am being told the fuel pump also now needs to be replaced in the car smell strong fumes at times. Also experience sputtering once reaches 40 MPH and again around 60. Also anytime we are on an incline. And the power steering went out again on the vehicle.