MYRModel Year Report

2008 Pontiac Solstice

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2008 Pontiac Solstice
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:51:19.236Z

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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Pontiac Solstice Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2008 highlighted. 2006: 242 complaints 2006 2007: 289 complaints 2007 2008: 159 complaints 2008 2009: 36 complaints 2009 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2014: 0 complaints 2014
2008: 159 complaints
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YearComplaints
2006242
2007289
2008159
200936
20100
20140

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

AIR BAGS 60%

60% of complaints: air bags — 96 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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REAR ENDED A VEHICLE, TOTALED CAR, AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY, BROKE ANKLE AND HEEL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171031

The passenger presence sensor was fixed by the GM dealer after the safety recall was issued, but has failed again and now doesn't work.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250527

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 PONTIAC SOLSTICE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AT ALL TIMES WHILE DRIVING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171211

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 9%

9% of complaints: electrical system — 15 distinct reports on file.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 8%

8% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 13 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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I PURCHASED MY 2008 PONTIAC SOLSTICE ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2009.

NHTSA ODI report, 20100430

SEATS 6%

6% of complaints: seats — 10 distinct reports on file.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 5%

5% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 8 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20071010 — seat belts

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 VEHIC

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. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668 A

Campaign 07V454000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20080306 — PE (closed 20080624)

INADEQUATE BRAKE POWER ASSIST

R 20140404 — electrical system

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

R 20140418 — electrical system

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

R 20140418 — air bags, electrical system

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

I 20160516 — DP (closed 20170424)

Passenger Sensing System Sensor Mat

R 20180226 — air bags

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

I 20200207 — DP (closed 20221027)

HVAC Blower Motor Connector

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 Pontiac Solstice — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (96 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (15 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (13 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 07V454000 (seat belts) 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.
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FAQ

Is the 2008 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 2008 Pontiac Solstice?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 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.