MYRModel Year Report

2009 Pontiac Torrent

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2009 Pontiac Torrent
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:27:30.439Z

Only 17 complaints on file — too few 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.

Only 17 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

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

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 17 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

AIR BAGS

5 of 17 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 PONTIAC TORRENT. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140909

AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK TO THE LOCAL GM DEALER. THEY STATED THE "PASSENGER PRESENCE MODULE" WAS SHORTING OUT. DEALER STATED THE AIRBAGS MAY NOT INFLATE WITH THE PROBLEM.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180403

STEERING

3 of 17 total reports mention: steering.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 PONTIAC TORRENT. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, THE STEERING ABILITY SEIZED. ALSO, THE STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR BEGAN FLASHING AND A WARNING CHIME SOUNDED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180330

STRUCTURE

2 of 17 total reports mention: structure.

INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 PONTIAC TORRENT. THE CONTACT OPENED THE REAR LIFTGATE AND THE LIFT GATE ABRUPTLY RELEASED, STRIKING THE CONTACT AND CAUSING A SLIGHT INJURY TO THE CONTACT'S HEAD.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130102

DRIVERS SIDE AIRBAG DASH COVER CRACKING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180601

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

2 of 17 total reports mention: electronic stability control (esc).

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 17 total reports mention: electrical system.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2009 Pontiac Torrent — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2009 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 2009 Pontiac Torrent?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2009 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.