MYRModel Year Report

2008 Pontiac Torrent

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2008 Pontiac Torrent
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:27:06.684Z

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, 2008 highlighted. 2006: 240 complaints 2006 2007: 243 complaints 2007 2008: 125 complaints 2008 2009: 17 complaints 2009
2008: 125 complaints
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YearComplaints
2006240
2007243
2008125
200917

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

AIR BAGS 37%

37% of complaints: air bags — 46 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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The contact's friend owed a 2008 Pontiac Torrent. The contact stated while the owner was driving at an unknown speed when he fell asleep and rear-ended a semi-truck.

NHTSA ODI report, 20211116

LEFT SIDE WINDOWS AND LOCKS WILL NOT OPEN WITH KEY OR REMOTE PERIODICALLY. AIR BAG LIGHT OFF WHEN SITTING AND COMES ON WHEN NO ONE ON PASNGR SIDE. CAR WAS REAR ENDED AND FRONT ENDED BUT FERRMAN STATED THEY FIXED PROPERLY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160423

THE PASSENGER SEAT AIR BAG SENSOR IS BAD AND HAS BEEN BAD AND IT COST A LOT OF MONEY TO FIX IT AND I HAVE RESEARCHED ONLINE AND IT IS VERY COMMON ON THESE AND I THINK IT SHOULD BE RECALLED BECAUSE IT IS NOT SAFE TO NOT HAVE THE AIRBAG WORKING

NHTSA ODI report, 20171105

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 20%

20% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 25 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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Electrical problems have been occurring. My lights keep getting dim, then bright. Check engine light is on, the truck is making a loud noise, overheating, battery draining fast.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260319

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) 12%

12% of complaints: electronic stability control (esc) — 15 distinct reports on file.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 12%

12% of complaints: electrical system — 15 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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200 PONTIAC TORRENT ..SNOW MELTED AND THE WATER LEAKED INTO THE FUSE BOX AND IMITATED A FIRE .IT SHORTED OUT THE SYSTEM CAUGHT FIRE I.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190102

Electrical problems have been occurring. My lights keep getting dim, then bright. Check engine light is on, the truck is making a loud noise, overheating, battery draining fast.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260319

ENGINE 9%

9% of complaints: engine — 11 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 Pontiac Torrent — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (46 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (25 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electronic stability control (esc) issues (15 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2008 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 2008 Pontiac Torrent?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 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.