2007 Pontiac Solstice
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 242 |
| 2007 | 289 |
| 2008 | 159 |
| 2009 | 36 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
74% of complaints: air bags — 215 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
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, 20200624
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, 20190506
The contact owns a 2007 Pontiac Solstice. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, an unknown warning light illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240621
9% of complaints: electrical system — 25 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURY6% of complaints: seats — 18 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: power train — 18 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
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, 20120626
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, 20231126
4% of complaints: engine — 12 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
FAILURE OF THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL
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 HTT
Campaign 07V589000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 14E021000 — check if this car was fixed
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...
Campaign 14V171000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 14V047000 — check if this car was fixed
Passenger Sensing System Sensor Mat
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.
Campaign 17V061000 — check if this car was fixed
HVAC Blower Motor Connector
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2007 Pontiac Solstice — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (215 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (25 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seats issues (18 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 07V589000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14E021000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V171000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V047000 (air bags, electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V061000 (air bags) has been completed.
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 74% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Pontiac Solstice have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.