MYRModel Year Report

2006 Pontiac Torrent

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2006 Pontiac Torrent
BUILT 2026-08-02

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Pontiac Torrent Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2006 highlighted. 2006: 240 complaints 2006 2007: 243 complaints 2007 2008: 125 complaints 2008 2009: 17 complaints 2009
2006: 240 complaints
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YearComplaints
2006240
2007243
2008125
200917

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 24%

24% of complaints: electrical system — 58 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 PONTIAC TORRENT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE DRIVER SEAT WIRES MELTED THROUGH THE SEAT WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A THIRD DEGREE BURN ON HER LOWER BACK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130411

VISIBILITY 17%

17% of complaints: visibility — 41 distinct reports on file.

STEERING 12%

12% of complaints: steering — 29 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 PONTIAC TORRENT. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SHOOK VIOLENTLY AND THE VEHICLE STARTED TO DECELERATE. IN ADDITION, A BURNING ODOR WAS EMITTED THROUGH THE AIR VENTS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180703

ENGINE 12%

12% of complaints: engine — 29 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
VISIBILITY 11%

11% of complaints: visibility — 26 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2006 Pontiac Torrent — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (58 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (41 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (29 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2006 Pontiac Torrent 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 2006 Pontiac Torrent?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2006 Pontiac Torrent have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.