Is the 2007 Pontiac Solstice reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Pontiac Solstice?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 79% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2007 Pontiac Solstice have?

5 recalls on file for this model year.

2007 Pontiac Solstice

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2007 Pontiac Solstice
BUILT 2026-10-10

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 290
Recalls: 5
Investigations: 3
Top problem: Air bags

Complaints per year

2007: 290 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2006	243
2007	290
2008	159
2009	36
2010	0
2014	0

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Air bags

79% · 229 reports

Most commonly citing frontal and occupant classification.

CRASHINJURY

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I was driving back from the doctor on the highway and a girl didn't see or stop at the stop sign. I didn't have time to slow down or stop as she pulled out in front of me and I hit her broadside at 70MPH.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-06-24

Tl* the contact owned a 2007 Pontiac Solstice. While driving 30 MPH, another vehicle ran a red light and crashed into the side of the contact's vehicle. The contact's vehicle spun three times and landed against a sidewalk.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-05-06

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 Pontiac Solstice. The contact received a recall notice in December of 2007 regarding the power train:axle assembly:axle shaft:seal. In February of 2008, she went to the dealer and had the vehicle repaired.

NHTSA ODI report, 2008-03-10

Also filed under Power train

Electrical system

9% · 27 reports

Most commonly citing ignition.

CRASHFIREINJURY

Power train

8% · 24 reports

Most commonly citing seal and automatic transmission.

CRASHINJURY

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Vehicle was parked in a private driveway on an incline and left with engine off, parking brake engaged and in 1ST gear.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-06-26

Also filed under Service brakes

While applying the brakes the car down shifts hard, locking up and jerking. Many others had reported this problem in online forums. Stating a power train or module issue.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-26

Also filed under Service brakes

Seats

6% · 18 reports

Engine

4% · 12 reports

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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2007-07-17Preliminary evaluationClosed 2007-12-27 Failure of the rear differential
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2008-02-08Power train07V589000 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…

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2014-04-04Electrical system14E021000 UCI-FRAM Group is recalling certain LS1328 ignition Switches sold as Wells LS1328, Duralast LS1328, Airtex 1S6097, and Carquest 53-27479, and LS1497 Ignition Switches sold as Wells LS1497, Duralast LS1497, Airtex 1S10961, and Carquest 53-27967, for...

Remedy: UCI-FRAM Group has notified its purchasers to quarantine and return all inventory. Any switches already installed in vehicles will be replaced by GM dealers as part of NHTSA recall 14V-047, free of charge.

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2014-04-18Electrical system14V171000 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.

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 ignition cylinder and cut and, if...

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2014-04-18Air bags, electrical system14V047000 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.

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.

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2016-05-16Defect petitionClosed 2017-04-24 Passenger Sensing System Sensor Mat
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2018-02-26Air bags17V061000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice and 2007-2010 Saturn Sky vehicles.

Remedy: The remedy for this recall is still under development. A permanent remedy is currently under development. The recall began February 26, 2018.

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2020-02-07Defect petitionClosed 2022-10-27 HVAC Blower Motor Connector

Buy-smart checklist

2007 Pontiac Solstice — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Air bags: 229 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 27 reports on file for this year.
Power train: 24 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 07V589000 · Power train
Recall 14E021000 · Electrical system
Recall 14V171000 · Electrical system
Recall 14V047000 · Air bags, electrical system
Recall 17V061000 · Air bags

FAQ

Is the 2007 Pontiac Solstice reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Pontiac Solstice?: The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 79% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Pontiac Solstice have?: 5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.