Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 0 | −98% | 3 | — | Good |
| 2009 | 36 | −79% | 3 | Airbag | Good |
| 2008 | 159 | 1.6× | 4 | Airbag | Caution |
| 2007 | 290 | 2.3× | 4 | Airbag | Avoid |
| 2006 | 243 | 1.7× | 4 | Airbag | Caution |
* Complaints compared with the median Solstice year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Pontiac Solstice problems
Latest Pontiac Solstice recalls
Air bags › Sensor › Occupant classification
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice and 2007-2010 Saturn Sky vehicles. The Passenger Air Bag Suppression System (PPS) sensor may become bent or damaged within the front passenger seat, possibly disabling the front passenger air bag.
Remedy: The remedy for this recall is still under development. A permanent remedy is currently under development. The recall began February 26, 2018.
Electrical system › Ignition
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 2006-2011 Chevrolet HHR, 2007-2010 Pontiac G5, 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice, 2003-2007 Saturn Ion, and 2007-2010 Saturn Sky vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the key can be removed from the ignition when the ignition is not in the "Off" position.
Remedy: General Motors will notify owners, and for vehicles that were built with the defective ignition cylinder and have not previously had the ignition cylinder replaced with the redesigned part, dealers will replace the…
Air bags
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. An interim notification was issued to owners of 2007 and earlier models on March 10, 2014, informing them of the safety defect.
Power train › Axle assembly › Axle shaft › Seal
On certain passenger vehicles, the rear axle pinion seal does not meet all of the specifications and May experience a fluid leak.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the pinion seal free of charge. The recall began on February 1, 2008. Owners May contact Cadillac at 1-800-458-8006 or http://www.Cadillac.com; Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668 or http://www.Pontiac.com;…
Seat belts › Front › Anchorage
Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207, "seating systems." and standard no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages." these vehicles May have one to four inboard seat stud fasteners that do not meet specification for strength.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the inboard seat studs and, if necessary, remove the stud and install a bolt free of charge. The recall began on October 10, 2007.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Pontiac Solstice should you avoid?
2007, 2006 and 2008 — these years have the most complaints relative to other Solstice years at the same age, led by air bags problems in the 2007.
What is the best year for the Pontiac Solstice?
2010 has the fewest complaints compared with other Solstice years at the same age, followed by 2009. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Pontiac Solstice problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the air bags (535), electrical system (76) and transmission & drivetrain (56). Airbag complaints peak in the 2007 model year.
How many recalls has the Pontiac Solstice had?
5 recalls across 2006–2010. The model year with the most is 2006. See all Pontiac Solstice recalls by year.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.