pontiac solstice Problems
pontiac solstice 2008 Complaints
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK
1) started car and proceeded to back out of garage. applied brakes to stop car. 2) car would not stop and continued to roll down driveway. nearly hit family car parked behind. brakes failed to stop the car until there was constant "pumping" of the brake pedal. 3) car brought in to dealer and described problem with brakes. service advisor said the dealer will not fix. service advisor said there is no "fix" for this problem. service advisor admits this is a dangerous situation and someone can get seriously injured during this brake failure. 4) vehicle is a 2008 pontiac solstice.
Reported in: GILBERT AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MG35X68Y
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
brakes would lock when i started moving vehicle even after 5 minute warmup.
Reported in: CANTON NC || Crash: N || VIN #:
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
after sitting for extended period of time (3/4 hours) or when cold the brakes do not want to engage. it is almost as if the car is turned off and you are trying to apply the brakes. had our car to dealer a few weeks ago. were told that there was nothing wrong with the brakes. they printed out a bulletin that stated that all 2008 solstice, skys, and opel gts are subject to increased brake pedal effort due to low brake booster vacuum conditions. the conditions may exist when the engine is cold for the first few brake applications or when the vehicle has been parked for an extended period of time or at higher altitudes and restarted. the dealership was advised by gm to not to attempt to repair or replace any parts for what is considered normal operation. some of this same information is buried in the middle of the owners manual. subscribe to a solstice forum site and numerous people are having the same issue. does someone have to get hurt or worse before gm is forced to fix this problem? unless you sit in car with engine running for several minutes this happens every time the car is turned on. with cold weather beginning its only going to get worse.
Reported in: CARLSBAD NM || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MG35X48Y
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
stated my 2008 solstice and proceeded to pull out of my driveway. i applied the brakes and the car would not stop. this happens everytime the car sits overnight. i must press down "hard" on the brake pedal and use the emergency brake. again rolled down the driveway. this condition will injure a pedestrian or cause an accident. nothing is being done by gm to correct the brakes. dealer did not explain how brakes work. no warning sticker.
Reported in: GILBERT AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MG35X68Y
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK
tl*the contact owns a 2008 pontiac solstice. while driving 3-5 mph, the contact heard a grinding noise when the brake pedal was depressed. he had to shift into neutral in order to stop the vehicle. the dealer stated that there was a service bulletin for the failure, in which the manufacturer recommends not to repair the vehicle. as of november 20, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. the failure mileage was 20 and current mileage was 550.
Reported in: FOOTHILL RANCH CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MF35X08Y
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
this complaint is identical to one already filed with the nhtsa, representing a potentially hazardous safety issue. while backing out of the garage from a cold start in my new pontiac solstice gxp delivered only one week earlier (mileage at one week=200), the brakes failed with the car in reverse and the car continued to roll backward (fortunately without power applied down a slightly inclined driveway. when put into drive, the brakes responded. later in the day, from a cold start, the brakes failed again momentarily while pulling out in drive. the dealer service department was very responsive and diagnosed a failure of the valve in the master brake cylinder that allows pressure to build up in the hydraulic lines. the part is on national back order as a stac order. i was told that no spare parts have yet been stocked to fix this problem anywhere in the country. the dealership put me immediately in a rental vehicle at gm's expense until the part comes in, which could be "2 days, 2 weeks, or 2 months" as the service manager said. could this be a manufacturer's defect present in all brake master cylinders, perhaps outsourced, delivered to the solstice gxp assembly line in delaware?
Reported in: CHAPEL HILL NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MF35X18Y
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
we purchased the car with 67 miles on it, within a couple of days of driving the car we noticed if it sat for a long period of time that the brakes would not engage at initial start up. we would place the car in reverse and or drive press on the brake and the brake pedal was hard,you could not push it down to engage the brakes at all. we have had to use our emergency brake numerous times after start up to ensure while backing out of our driveway that our car would stop. we have taken the car to the dealership 3 times letting them know that something major is wrong with our braking system, they finally on december 19th replaced the ebcm, but this did not correct the issue, we still have no brakes at start up. someone could get hurt or an accident could occur if this problem is not corrected. brakes in my eyes are an important feature on a car. gm needs to look into this. i am on a forum that has numerous 08's with this same issue all over the country, this needs to be taken seriously.
Reported in: INDIAN TRAIL NC || Crash: N || VIN #:
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK
lack of braking ability with my 2008 pontiac gxp upon startup, occasionally. no sensation of having brakes for first 3-5 seconds, then brakes kick in. does no matter if backing up or pulling forward.
Reported in: ELKHORN NE || Crash: N || VIN #:
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
on cold starts, when it is on high idle. the brakes are hard to apply, and hard to stop car. after about 20 to30 seconds they work as intended.
Reported in: RICHMOND IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MG35X78Y
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK
i have a brake failure problem on my 2008 pontiac solstice gxp with 2.0 turbo engine. after starting car i proceeded to back out of garage, after backing up 5 to 10 feet i stepped on the brake to stop car and car would not stop. had to push on brake pedal several times very hard and to pull on the emergency brake to finally get it to stop. if there had been anyone on sidewalk behind my at the time it could had resulted in a bad accident. then i took my car to dealership and they told me they had never heard of this happening. after leaving car at dealership a day or 2 i went back and they had found a service bulletin ( document id# 1982132 ) dated 6/04/2007 about this problem which stated that this was normal on the pontiac solstice gxp and the saturn sky and there was nothing they could do. after that i spoke with the general motors rep. and the service manager and he told me the same thing but he would check in to the problem and get back with the service manager with the findings. after a week i received a call from the service manager and was told that general motors was writing a new software program and that it would not be ready for 2 or 3 months. that was on november 3, 2007. after waiting for 3 and did not hear anything from dealership i called they and was told that the software was ready and i could bring my car back and they would install the new software to solve the problem. the new software was install on 3/3/2008. i returned to dealership to pick-up my car only to find that the "new" software did not solve the problem and was told by the dealership that they could not do anything and that they were at the mercy of general motors to solve the problem. this braking problem was not a one time occurrence and it happens every time you start the car when it is cold, even after driving car and the letting it set 4 or 5 hours it does the same thing. so i consider this a safety issue and would like to have it resolved before someone gets hurt or killed.
Reported in: KELLER TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MG35X38Y
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK
i purchased a 2008 pontiac solstice gxp. i am having problems with the brakes. if i take off right after i start the car, the brakes do not stop the car. i must wait a while before driving or pump the brake 3 or so times to get them to work.
Reported in: GRAIN VALLEY MO || Crash: N || VIN #:
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK
i just purchases a 2008 pontiac solstice gxp last week. since the first day, i have been experiencing major difficulties with the brakes. this morning, i was backing down my driveway and the vehicle would not stop. i just missed hitting another car by an inch or so. i called pontiac concerning the problem this morning and they related to me that they were not aware of any brake problem with this vehicle. i have an appointment with the dealer in the morning. i'm very concerned and afraid to drive the vehicle.
Reported in: STOLLINGS WV || Crash: N || VIN #:
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK
lack of braking after a cold start - vehicle inactive for a few hours. intermittent problem.
Reported in: NEW BALTIMORE MI || Crash: N || VIN #:
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK
pontiac solstice - 2008 gxp after my car has sat for a period of time when it is started up again the car over revs and the brakes to not work. the first time i noticed it i was putting down the top and by the time i was done it has stopped revving. the second time a day later i was pulling out of my parking spot and headed toward a gate. the brakes would not work almost causing me to hit the fence. after i let it sit for a while it started working ok. third time my wife was pulling out of our garage while backing down the driveway. the brakes did not work causing her to roll into the street. good news is she did not get hit. took the car to the dealership. took 4 days to figure out the problem. i was told they had to reprogram the car but it should be fine now. after i picked it up from the dealership and drove home. the engine fan ran for 5 minutes after it was turned off.
Reported in: POWDER SPRINGS GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MF35X28Y
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST
my wife and i have had problems with the brakes on our 2008 pontiac solstice gxp turbo since purchasing it. dealer has been unable to figure out problem. it is a serious safety issue from our perspective. in addition, the engine light continuously comes on and problem has not been resolved.
Reported in: TIGARD OR || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MG35X08Y
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
poor cold start braking on our 2008 solstice. if you forget to let the car warm up there is hardly any brakes at all.
Reported in: TOLEDO OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MF35X48Y
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
2008 pontiac solstice with brake problems. consumer states that the brakes do not work first thing in the morning. dealer told him it is due to rust on the rotor that needs to burn off. they also stated it was from being parked outside. *kb
Reported in: SPRINGHILL LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MF35X18Y
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
brakes require excessive pressure on cold start. brake is spongy at first then becomes hard causing the car to creep. upon harder application they then snatch. feels like that you don't' have full control of the vehicle and fear that you are going to hit something. after driving 100 yds the breaks function as normal.
Reported in: MCKINNEY TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MF35X68Y
SEATS
the driver seat has excessive movement. when driving it feels as though you are not in full control of the vehicle as the constant changing of position during breaking and turning. after bringing this defect to the dealership they attempted to secure the seat with no improvement. after checking the stability of the driver seat on new stock cars in the showroom, they were all loose, and in one case the seat moved up and down and back to front worse than mine. i was informed that this is normal and not considered a warranty item given the comparison to new vehicles. having seen this problem on other new vehicles it's evident that this is a serious defect. driving that car with the seat moving as it does creates nausea and motion sickness.
Reported in: MCKINNEY TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MF35X68Y
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
tl*the contact owns a 2008 pontiac solstice. when the contact first starts the vehicle, there is a loss of brake functionality. he took the vehicle to the dealer and was informed that they were aware of the failure, but could not make a repair until gm formulates a remedy. the vacuum boost switches to turbo on the engine and needs to build up. once it finally builds up, the brakes work normally. the failure mileage was 500. updated 07/07/08.*lj updated
Reported in: BONITA SPRINGS FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MF35X18Y
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
brakes, system on pontiac solstice .
Reported in: NEW BRAUNFELS TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MF35X38Y
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
the brakes on our car have been an issue since day 1. they pulsate, don't fully stop at times and in a panic stop pull the steering wheel severely to the left, almost out of your hands. the dealer has tried, unsuccessfully, a computer download and telling us to warm the car up for 45 seconds before driving.
Reported in: PEORIA AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MG35X18Y
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
brake issue - i had no breaks when the care was cold. the dealer "reprogrammed" the brakes last week (7-19-08) however the reprogramming has made the brakes unusable when the care is cold. dealer said i just have to live with it, the car is a turbo and that is how a turbo works! please do something.
Reported in: JACKSONVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #:
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
i own a 2008 pontiac solstice gxp. when the car has not been driven for a while and it is started.. the brakes do not work! i have almost rear ended other motorists before and i have almost backed my car out of my driveway into oncoming traffic because i have been unable to stop! major safety problem!
Reported in: NORTH HOLLYWOOD CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MG35X98Y
EQUIPMENT
while doing a low speed u-turn (>20mph) the spokes of my rim separated from the wheel causing the car to spin onto curb. i have yet to receive from anyone a reason for the wheel failure. these were not the stock rims but premium rims installed by the dealer.
Reported in: ALBANY NY || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1G2MG35XX8Y
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
2008 pontiac solstice brakes fail/suddenly connect since day 1 every time i get in the car. i have been issued directives from gm which basically state that's how it is. this car is not safe to drive and i want to be rid of it. when this info gets out i will not be able to sell it. i am taking it back to the dealer for the 4th time in 3 days to initiate the az state "lemon law'.
Reported in: TUCSON AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MF35X68Y
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
2008 pontiac solstice brakes fail/suddenly connect since day 1 every time i get in the car. i have been issued directives from gm which basically state that's how it is. this car is not safe to drive and i want to be rid of it. when this info gets out i will not be able to sell it. i am taking it back to the dealer for the 4th time in 3 days to initiate the az state "lemon law'.
Reported in: TUCSON AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MF35X68Y
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
tl*the contact owns a 2008 pontiac solstice. when the contact attempted to start the vehicle, it involuntarily accelerated. she had the vehicle towed to the dealer and they stated that the clutch was frozen to the drive wheel because the vehicle was not stored in a warm temperature. the technician added that water enters the clutch through the bell housing, which induces freezing (case number tac10739629). the dealer is in the process of developing a shield as a remedy. the vehicle has not yet been repaired. the manufacturer did not assist. the failure mileage was 6,300 and current mileage was 6,585. updated 12/8/09 *cn updated 12/09/09.*jb
Reported in: STROUDSBURG PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MG35X78Y
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
2008 pontiac solstice has no brakes when you first start up early morning pontiac say`s this is normal for this type vehicle. when is no brakes normal for a new car.
Reported in: WASHINGTON NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MF35X38Y
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
2008 pontiac solstice has no brakes when you first start up early morning pontiac say`s this is normal for this type vehicle. when is no brakes normal for a new car to have no brakes when you first apply.
Reported in: WASHINGTON NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MF35X38Y
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac solstice. the rear brakes had poor functionality during brake application. the vehicle was taken to the dealership for inspection, but the technician could not determine a remedy. the current and failure mileages were 17046. updated 3/4/2010 *cn updated 06/18/10.*jb
Reported in: HIPPO KY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MC35B48Y
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
i purchased my 2008 pontiac solstice on september 29, 2009. i didn't have a problem until i started it up and began to pull out of the nearby mall parking lot and as i went to press the brake, it made a low grinding noise, almost like the abs was locking up except the light wasn't on, and i was merely cruising, not even on the gas pedal. i rear ended the person in front of me - not bad, just knocking off my pontiac emblem on the hood, and denting it in slightly. the very next day, the same incident occurred. from these two wrecks alone, i received four tickets, resulting in my license being suspended, my insurance canceling on me, and setting me back a good couple of thousand dollars in court fees. i filed a claim with general motors in january once i did some research and found a bulletin on here about the brakes. they still have yet to do anything, even after i have faxed them numerous documents including my tickets, the bulletin, bill of sale, paper stating my license being suspended, and so on. also, i even broke my toe from one of the collisions from where i had actually pushed down harder on the brake to make it stop. robert bronson, my claim adjuster for general motors has spoken with me since january, (when i am able to get in touch with him) and has done absolutely nothing to solve this problem.
Reported in: DALTON GA || Crash: Y || VIN #:
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
i purchased my 2008 pontiac solstice on september 29, 2009. i didn't have a problem until i started it up and began to pull out of the nearby mall parking lot and as i went to press the brake, it made a low grinding noise, almost like the abs was locking up except the light wasn't on, and i was merely cruising, not even on the gas pedal. i rear ended the person in front of me - not bad, just knocking off my pontiac emblem on the hood, and denting it in slightly. the very next day, the same incident occurred. from these two wrecks alone, i received four tickets, resulting in my license being suspended, my insurance canceling on me, and setting me back a good couple of thousand dollars in court fees. i filed a claim with general motors in january once i did some research and found a bulletin on here about the brakes. they still have yet to do anything, even after i have faxed them numerous documents including my tickets, the bulletin, bill of sale, paper stating my license being suspended, and so on. also, i even broke my toe from one of the collisions from where i had actually pushed down harder on the brake to make it stop. robert bronson, my claim adjuster for general motors has spoken with me since january, (when i am able to get in touch with him) and has done absolutely nothing to solve this problem.
Reported in: DALTON GA || Crash: Y || VIN #:
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
everytime i start the car in the morning or when it has been parked for about 4-5 hours brakes fail to work, i have to leave the transmission on "parked" for about 1 or 2 minutes or else i would have to press the brake pedal very hard to keep the car from moving, this almost caused a crash the first days i had the car, this is a very dangerous issue.
Reported in: JONESBORO AR || Crash: N || VIN #:
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
passeger air bag turns off with someone sitting in seat.
Reported in: MD MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MC35BX8Y
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
car has been in for service 3 times for the passenger air bag turn off when it feels like it now the dealer tell me 120 pounds is not heavy enough it does not turn off in my other chevy's say they can do no more to fix it.
Reported in: BALTIMORE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MC35BX8Y
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
2008 pontiac solstice gxp brakes will not hold on cold starts and has been a problem since i purchased this car in 2007, however, the dealer has told me they haven't heard for the manufacturer regarding a brake problem.
Reported in: WADLEY AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MG35X68Y
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
vehicle overheats; passenger floor inner side gets very hot, coolant light on panel comes on and leaks coolant. vehicle has been taken to the dealer (benitez auto in caguas puerto rico) but they claim nothing is wrong with the vehicle. the vehicle has done this several times, on november 18, 2011 coolant light came on 7 times and did it again december 11 and 12, 2011. i am afraid that the vehicle my catch fire. in addition i never got the recall for this vehicle, recall for seat belts front anchorage; nhtsa campaign id # 07v454000. can you please help or inform me of what to do before a tragedy occurs, thank you.
Reported in: JUANA DIAZ PR || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MB35B88Y
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
vehicle overheats; passenger floor inner side gets very hot, coolant light on panel comes on and leaks coolant. vehicle has been taken to the dealer (benitez auto in caguas puerto rico) but they claim nothing is wrong with the vehicle. the vehicle has done this several times, on november 18, 2011 coolant light came on 7 times and did it again december 11 and 12, 2011. i am afraid that the vehicle my catch fire. in addition i never got the recall for this vehicle, recall for seat belts front anchorage; nhtsa campaign id # 07v454000. can you please help or inform me of what to do before a tragedy occurs, thank you.
Reported in: JUANA DIAZ PR || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MB35B88Y
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
the passenger air bag status indicator light will not come on when a person sit in passenger seat. the airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster is on the time and the service air bag display on the dic. the problem has to be in passenger seat system as it is separate from the driver seat. there has been a lot of problems this electrical and modules with the passenger seat that could result a death in a crash. a lot of drivers have had complaints on this airbag hazard on all 06 thru 10 pontiac solstice noted in the solstice forum. please review the complains declare it recall. thank you
Reported in: CORPUS CHRISTI TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MC35B98Y
AIR BAGS
the passenger air bag status indicator light will not come on when a person sit in passenger seat. the airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster is on the time and the service air bag display on the dic. the problem has to be in passenger seat system as it is separate from the driver seat. there has been a lot of problems this electrical and modules with the passenger seat that could result a death in a crash. a lot of drivers have had complaints on this airbag hazard on all 06 thru 10 pontiac solstice noted in the solstice forum. please review the complains declare it recall. thank you
Reported in: CORPUS CHRISTI TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MC35B98Y
AIR BAGS
service air bag warning comes on intermittently while driving. have taken car to four gm dealer service departments. all told me that attempting to diagnose is futile because there are no fault codes stored in the car's computer (other than a general 0013 indicating driver's air bag deployment loop). only when the service air bag warning is displayed will there be a fault code detailing the circuit involved. all service managers have told me that the car is dangerous to drive because the driver's air bag will not deploy when the service air bag warning is on.
Reported in: ST. HELENA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MB35BX8Y
AIR BAGS
passenger air bag sensor has been improperly functioning. i thought it was because my daughter was too light to activate it. it finally quit working completely. the air bag warning light stays on and there is a warning every time you start the car. this tells me that the sensor is not working and the air bag may not work. research online shows many of this exact problem with this exact car. the gm dealer says it will be $900 to repair. i feel unsafe driving the car, as this is a very small 2 seat car and my daughter has no other choice of where to sit. this car has never been in an accident and has only 25,000 miles on it and has been very well taken care of. i do not understand why gm does not want to accept responsibility for this issue and replace the air bag sensor. an accident with this situation with the air bag not functioning could cause serious injury or death.
Reported in: BOYCE LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MB35B48Y
AIR BAGS
passenger air bag sensor failed. service air bag light on.
Reported in: FLORENCE SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MC35BX8Y
AIR BAGS
receiving check airbag message from passenger seat, mileage is 63k and 80% of the mileage was with only the driver's seat occupied.
Reported in: OCEAN SPRINGS MS || Crash: N || VIN #:
AIR BAGS
air bag sensor failure. passenger air bag off because of sensor failure.
Reported in: PEARLAND TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MF35X58Y
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac solstice. while parked, the contact attempted to open the front driver's door when he cut his left hand on the interior door handle. the contact stated that the chrome material on the door handle was peeling and sharp edges were exposed, causing the contact to cut his hand. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics or repairs. the approximate failure mileage was 21,000. updated 04/27/12*lj
Reported in: DONNA TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MF35X68Y
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac solstice gxp. the contact stated that while reversing at 5 mph, he applied the brakes and the pedal depressed to the floor. the contact had to shut the vehicle off and restart it to regain brake control. the failure occurred at least three times. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer, who inspected the brakes and could not duplicate the failure. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 39,800.
Reported in: TULSA OK || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MG35X28Y
AIR BAGS
passenger presence module failed.
Reported in: ATHENS GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MB35BX8Y
SUSPENSION:FRONT:STABILIZER BAR
tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac solstice. the contact stated that he opened the front driver's door and noticed that the handle was rusted. the contact also stated that the interior door handle on the passenger side detached from the door panel. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the dealer stated that they had to replace the doors. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was 66,000 and the current mileage was 76,000. updated 9/10/12 *cn the consumer stated that the passenger side exterior door handle was extremely loose. vehicle repaired not under warranty. the replacement handle was more loose than the original handle. the handle was again repaired. the driver's side interior door handle's chrome was peeling off in a manner that can cause injury. the vehicle repair is also not covered under the recall. this failure has not been repaired. updated 09/17/2012 *js
Reported in: LANCASTER PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MB35BX8Y
STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac solstice. the contact stated that he opened the front driver's door and noticed that the handle was rusted. the contact also stated that the interior door handle on the passenger side detached from the door panel. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the dealer stated that they had to replace the doors. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was 66,000 and the current mileage was 76,000. updated 9/10/12 *cn the consumer stated that the passenger side exterior door handle was extremely loose. vehicle repaired not under warranty. the replacement handle was more loose than the original handle. the handle was again repaired. the driver's side interior door handle's chrome was peeling off in a manner that can cause injury. the vehicle repair is also not covered under the recall. this failure has not been repaired. updated 09/17/2012 *js
Reported in: LANCASTER PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MB35BX8Y
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac solstice. the contact stated that he opened the front driver's door and noticed that the handle was rusted. the contact also stated that the interior door handle on the passenger side detached from the door panel. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the dealer stated that they had to replace the doors. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was 66,000 and the current mileage was 76,000. updated 9/10/12 *cn the consumer stated that the passenger side exterior door handle was extremely loose. vehicle repaired not under warranty. the replacement handle was more loose than the original handle. the handle was again repaired. the driver's side interior door handle's chrome was peeling off in a manner that can cause injury. the vehicle repair is also not covered under the recall. this failure has not been repaired. updated 09/17/2012 *js
Reported in: LANCASTER PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MB35BX8Y
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac solstice. the contact stated that he opened the front driver's door and noticed that the handle was rusted. the contact also stated that the interior door handle on the passenger side detached from the door panel. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the dealer stated that they had to replace the doors. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was 66,000 and the current mileage was 76,000. updated 9/10/12 *cn the consumer stated that the passenger side exterior door handle was extremely loose. vehicle repaired not under warranty. the replacement handle was more loose than the original handle. the handle was again repaired. the driver's side interior door handle's chrome was peeling off in a manner that can cause injury. the vehicle repair is also not covered under the recall. this failure has not been repaired. updated 09/17/2012 *js
Reported in: LANCASTER PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MB35BX8Y
SEATS
tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac solstice. the contact stated that he opened the front driver's door and noticed that the handle was rusted. the contact also stated that the interior door handle on the passenger side detached from the door panel. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the dealer stated that they had to replace the doors. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was 66,000 and the current mileage was 76,000. updated 9/10/12 *cn the consumer stated that the passenger side exterior door handle was extremely loose. vehicle repaired not under warranty. the replacement handle was more loose than the original handle. the handle was again repaired. the driver's side interior door handle's chrome was peeling off in a manner that can cause injury. the vehicle repair is also not covered under the recall. this failure has not been repaired. updated 09/17/2012 *js
Reported in: LANCASTER PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MB35BX8Y
AIR BAGS
the passenger airbag sensor in my vehicle triggered a "malfunction" light without any provocation. the stock part responsible and its identical gm replacement part is known to have a high failure rate. a pontiac service station quoted the repair at a prohibitive $800 and requires gm service device to be able to communicate with and read the cause of the failure rather than providing any specific information to the vehicle owner. documentation on this part states that it should be replaced immediately due to risk of arbitrary inflation or injury to passengers.
Reported in: BATON ROUGE LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MC35B18Y
AIR BAGS
the air bag sensor in my vehicle failed shortly after i purchased the vehicle through a certified pre-owned program at a local gm dealership. fortunately this module and needed repair is covered under the certified warranty,however, exactly one month after the initial repair i am getting the service air bag warning again, which denotes failure to the system. while the repair will again be covered under certified warranty, at this rate if this problem persists, eventually i will be out of the warranty period and this is a very costly repair for a part known for continued failure. it is my understanding that the owner's cost to fix this item is prohibitive ($500 - $800), and that the early failure of this part is somewhat common for this vehicle. any passenger in the vehicle faces added risk if an accident were to occur. it has also been confirmed by gm that not replacing the module can lead to arbitrary inflation of the airbag.
Reported in: LANTANA TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MG35X88Y
AIR BAGS
dic alert to service air bag system. comes on repeatedly and regularly and sometimes goes off. many owners reported dealers diagnose as the following: faulty passenger seat weight sensor could be disabling air bags while passenger of appropriate weight (above minimum i.e. child) is present.
Reported in: OVERLAND PARK KS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MF35X58Y
AIR BAGS
the issue started happening on a afternoon i arrived home with a passenger and thru out the time no lights/ message came on at all. so it was time to leave. i got on the car so did the passenger. turned on the car and everything worked fine. as im driving ready to hit the stop sign all i hear is the chime, and the dic displays "service airbag" was pretty freaked out never had i seen that message before. so i turn off the car. wait for about one minute. have the passenger get of the car and i turn on the car back on. and no message came on. so the passenger comes (passenger weighs 140lb) and sits down and were driving off and then the message comes on again. ever since then the message comes on every time i turn on the car. honestly, its annoying. the worst part about it is that it went out at 29000. how sad is that? not even half the life of the car. if please can take consideration into this faulty part. thank you.
Reported in: BROWNSVILLE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MG35X28Y
SERVICE BRAKES
on two separate occasions (the second date was about 2 months ago), i have had to make very hard stops at freeway speeds. both times, the car came to a stop with the anti-lock brakes functioning properly (brake pedal vibrations indicating correct modulation). once the car comes to a complete stop however, the brakes suddenly failed completely. the brake pedal goes to the floor with absolutely no back pressure. the car begins to roll again, indicating the brake caliper/pads have released the disk. the only way i was able to stop again was to pump the brake pedal, activating the stability control module to boost hydraulic pressure to the braking system. this seems related to the previous issue of brakes not functioning on start-up due to low vacuum. following a hard stop, the vacuum boost to the brakes apparently becomes depleted, causing braking system failure. i have reported this to my dealer and they have been unable to re-create the problem. due to the potential dangers this presents, i felt it important to report this since the dealership seemed unwilling to pursue the issue.
Reported in: VENTURA CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1G2MG35X18Y
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"service airbag" message on dash. passenger airbag light "off" even when there is a person sitting on passenger side seat. dealer performed scan test. found codes b0081-71 in the sir. found code 1063 in pp module. dealer told me there was need to replace the passenger present module. part # 19124219, module ki 11.419. cost = $607.73 plus labor of $138.28. millage when replaced, 60,500. date of repair service, 1/25/2013. what is most concerning is: 1.) dozens of such occurrences of same nature for the pontiac solstice have been reported to nhtsa year after year and still no recall. 2.) how many cars have not been repaired because of the high cost of the part and owners are driving around without an operable passenger side airbag? this is a safety related failure. it is also related to a part that should never fail. the part failure and cost has reinforced my lack of confidence in the gm brand. unless i am eventually reimbursed, i will never buy another gm product for as long as i live. the absence of a recall brings into question the effectiveness of the regulatory mission of the nhtsa. if this doesn't qualify for a recall, what does?
Reported in: LAUREL MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MC35B28Y
AIR BAGS
the passenger side airbag seat sensor is malfunctioning and the dash warning reflects that the seat airbag is off. the car is a 2008 pontiac solstice with 16,000 miles. this safety issue has been well documented and the vehicle should be recalled for this safety issue.
Reported in: HOLLYWOOD FL || Crash: N || VIN #:
SERVICE BRAKES
tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac solstice. the contact stated that while driving in reverse at approximately 5 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard. the vehicle did not stop until after repeated force was applied to the brakes. the failure occurred only when driving in reverse. the vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 27,000.
Reported in: MIDLOTHIAN VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MF35X88Y
AIR BAGS
passenger airbag sensor fault. gm part number 19124219. passenger airbag remains at off all the time. passengers are not protected.
Reported in: NEW YORK NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MC35BX8Y
STRUCTURE:BODY
interior door latch on driver's side does not open latch. cheap parts components for an essential part on the car is what gm is all about. car out of warranty.
Reported in: LAUREL MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MC35B28Y
AIR BAGS
the passenger air bag status indicator light will not come on when a person sits in the passenger seat. the service air bag is displayed on the digital instrument cluster. the early failure of this part is somewhat common for this vehicle. any passenger in the vehicle faces added risk if an accident were to occur. it has also been confirmed by gm that not replacing the module can lead to arbitrary inflation of the airbag or failure of all air bags. i had it repaired today for $793.16 a very expensive repair. for 47500 miles.
Reported in: FLORENCE SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MC35BX8Y
AIR BAGS
tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac solstice. the contact stated that upon starting the ignition, the passenger side air bag indicator illuminated intermittently with an occupant present. the dealer informed that the failure could be related to the inappropriate weight of the front seat passenger. the vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the defect. the approximate failure mileage was 18,000. updated 8/26/13 *cn
Reported in: FLINT MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MC35B78Y
AIR BAGS
there seems to be an issue with the sensor that determines whether there is a passenger in the passenger seat. currently, the light signal that indicates whether the air bags are on or off when there is a passenger is in the vehicle shows the air bags off with a passenger present. i would assume that a sensor determines when a passenger is in the seat. as a result, if there was an impact, the air bag for the passenger seat would not deploy. this appears to be very dangerous and would cost a life if the impact was severe. *js
Reported in: MEMPHIS TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MC35B58Y
AIR BAGS
service airbag" message on dash. passenger airbag light "off" even when there is a person sitting on passenger side seat. dealer performed scan test. found codes b0081-71 in the sit. found code 1063 in pp module. dealer told me there was need to replace the passenger present module. part # 19124219, module ki 11,419. cost = $460.00 plus labor of $165.00. mileage when replaced, 47,400. date of repair service, 9/12/2013. a very expensive repair. for 47,400 miles.
Reported in: MIAMI BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #:
AIR BAGS
the airbag light will not go off. this is something that needs a recall as there are too many people with the same problem and it cost $1000 to repair. that is crazy for a car with only 40k miles on it!!!!
Reported in: DELAND FL || Crash: N || VIN #:
AIR BAGS
the air bag sensor in my vehicle failed shortly after its 'bumper-to-bumper' warranty expired. any passenger in the car faces added risk if an accident were to occur. it is my understanding that the owner's cost to fix this item is prohibitive ($500 - $1000), and that the early failure of this part is somewhat common for this vehicle. i believe this should be a recall, and the dealer should have to cover the costs not the car owners. this seems so much like consumer fraud to me. a thousand dollar part going out at only 35k miles that is an incredible nuisance.
Reported in: CAPE CORAL FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MG35X28Y
AIR BAGS
air bag sensor light came on. dealer states that sensor is faulty and needs to be replaced. why has it gone out with minimal use?
Reported in: CLACKAMAS OR || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MC35B58Y
STRUCTURE:BODY
tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac solstice. the contact stated that the front driver's side interior door handle was peeling and the chrome was razor shape. the vehicle was taken to dealer but was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified and stated that the vehicle was not under warranty. the vin was unavailable. the approximate failure mileage was 17,000.
Reported in: PHOENIX AZ || Crash: N || VIN #:
STRUCTURE
i opened the driver door from the inside, and my hand was slashed open. bleeding profusely. the chrome had peeled off the handle. the dealer replaced the entire door panel, stating that it was an expensive, one piece unit. i sold the car, and bought another one from my fiance. (we bought them both on the same week) hers has been fine until now, when the chrome on this one has begun to bubble up. it will also break free and become too sharp to use. the dealer says it is a well known problem and that gm extended the warranties on the trucks with the same problems. they have not extended the warranties on the solstice or the hhr, which share the problem, and a single piece style door panel. the dealer said the single piece panel is a bad design, and so expensive, that gm is refusing to extend the warranties on them. leaving the customers swinging in the breeze with an injury waiting to happen.
Reported in: PHOENIX AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MB35BX8Y
AIR BAGS
i took my 2008 solstice out of storage and was going down the road and got a message on the dic display saying the airbags needed service. i thought it was odd with only 25000 miles and being driven about 4 months out of the year. i looked it up on line and found it to be a common problem with the solstice. after about 10 calls to pontiac they agreed to have the dealer diagnose it and the dealer said the sir coil was defective and needed to be replaced at a cost of $212.00. my warranty has run out do to time and not the amount of miles. i have since been going back and forth with pontiac about them paying for the repair, however they always call back and leave a message at a time they know i'm at work. i paid over $30,000 for this car brand new and have had it dealer serviced regularly and feel pontiac should be held accountable for this problem. i car has now been sitting in the dealership torn apart for a week waiting for pontiac to give them the okay to fix it, this is criminal.
Reported in: BRATTLEBORO VT || Crash: N || VIN #:
AIR BAGS
2008 pontiac solstice. consumer writes in regards to ignition switch , air bag and check engine light problems. *smd the consumer had to replaced the ignition switch, the air bags did not work, the check engine light illuminated, and the radio would come on and go off by itself. the dealer cleared the computer for the engine light, and informed the consumer there was nothing wrong. however, after driving less than 10 miles, the check engine light illuminated again. *jb
Reported in: HOLIDAY FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MB35B68Y
ENGINE
2008 pontiac solstice. consumer writes in regards to ignition switch , air bag and check engine light problems. *smd the consumer had to replaced the ignition switch, the air bags did not work, the check engine light illuminated, and the radio would come on and go off by itself. the dealer cleared the computer for the engine light, and informed the consumer there was nothing wrong. however, after driving less than 10 miles, the check engine light illuminated again. *jb
Reported in: HOLIDAY FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MB35B68Y
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2008 pontiac solstice. consumer writes in regards to ignition switch , air bag and check engine light problems. *smd the consumer had to replaced the ignition switch, the air bags did not work, the check engine light illuminated, and the radio would come on and go off by itself. the dealer cleared the computer for the engine light, and informed the consumer there was nothing wrong. however, after driving less than 10 miles, the check engine light illuminated again. *jb
Reported in: HOLIDAY FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MB35B68Y
AIR BAGS
tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac solstice. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign id number 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system) and stated that the repairs were not taken care of in a reasonable amount of time. the dealer indicated that the parts were not available. the contact had not experienced a failure. the manufacturer was not contacted.
Reported in: CAPE CORAL FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MC35B88Y
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac solstice. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign id number 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system) and stated that the repairs were not taken care of in a reasonable amount of time. the dealer indicated that the parts were not available. the contact had not experienced a failure. the manufacturer was not contacted.
Reported in: CAPE CORAL FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MC35B88Y
AIR BAGS
tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac solstice. the contact stated that while traveling approximately 10 mph, another vehicle crashed head on into the contact. upon impact, the air bags failed to deploy. the driver of the other vehicle sustained unknown injuries. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 9,000.
Reported in: MINONK IL || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1G2MB35B08Y
AIR BAGS
while making a low speed left turn passenger seat air bag "on" light dimmed. 145 lb passenger was in passenger seat. dic warning message came on: "service airbag". 1/2 hour later while going straight with same passenger in seat passenger seat air bag "on" light dimed and then "off". stayed "off" for about 1 minute, then went back to "on".
Reported in: MECHANICVILLE NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MG35X68Y
AIR BAGS
tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac solstice. the contact stated that while driving 10 mph, another vehicle crashed head-on into the contact's vehicle and the air bags failed to deploy. the contact mentioned that after the crash the air bag warning light illuminated. the driver from the other vehicle was taken to a hospital where there was one injury reported. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was unknown.
Reported in: MINOCK IL || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1G2MB35B08Y
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac solstice. the contact received recall notices for nhtsa campaign numbers 14e021000 (aftermarket replacement ignition switches), 14v047000 (electrical system), and 14v171000 (electrical system). the contact attempted to schedule the repair, but the parts were unavailable. the dealers and manufacturer could not provide a specific date as to when the parts would become available. the contact had not experienced a failure.
Reported in: PUNTA GORDA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MG35X68Y
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac solstice. the contact received recall notices for nhtsa campaign numbers 14e021000 (aftermarket replacement ignition switches), 14v047000 (electrical system), and 14v171000 (electrical system). the contact attempted to schedule the repair, but the parts were unavailable. the dealers and manufacturer could not provide a specific date as to when the parts would become available. the contact had not experienced a failure.
Reported in: PUNTA GORDA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MG35X68Y
AIR BAGS
service airbag light is turned on while backing car out of driveway. after doing research online, i discovered this was a common issue.
Reported in: JERSEY CITY NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MB35BX8Y
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac solstice. the contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. the contact mentioned that the vehicle was included in recall nhtsa campaign number: 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system) and recall nhtsa campaign number: 14v171000 (electrical system) however the manufacturer had surpassed the reasonable amount of time for repair. the both manufacturer and dealer stated that the parts were not available and declined to provide estimated time frame for when the parts would become available. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 2,000 and the current mileage was 18,000.
Reported in: GREENDALE OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MB35B88Y
ENGINE
tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac solstice. the contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. the contact mentioned that the vehicle was included in recall nhtsa campaign number: 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system) and recall nhtsa campaign number: 14v171000 (electrical system) however the manufacturer had surpassed the reasonable amount of time for repair. the both manufacturer and dealer stated that the parts were not available and declined to provide estimated time frame for when the parts would become available. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 2,000 and the current mileage was 18,000.
Reported in: GREENDALE OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MB35B88Y
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac solstice. the contact was concerned for her safety since the parts were not available in order to do repairs for nhtsa campaign number: 14v171000 (electrical system). the manufacturer was made aware of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure.
Reported in: ALTURA MN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MG35X38Y
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac solstice. the contact received nhtsa campaign id number: 14v171000 (electrical system), however the part was unavailable to do the repairs. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure. the vin was not available.
Reported in: CINCINATI OH || Crash: N || VIN #:
SEATS
in january 2014..my passenger airbag light came on the dic saying to service airbag??? i have very few passengers from time to time..maybe three a month..none are heavy enough as to plop down on seat with enough weight to inflict damage on whatever the problem may be!!! also, when i clean the car, i make certain as to not kneel or put any sort of weight as to break the circuit in which i've been reading about all the many others!!! has anybody given any thought that maybe it's a default?? it happens so very often with many of the other automobiles...so what makes our car any different??? it happens!!! as my word, i did nothing in any way, shape or form to damage it!!!! i love my solstice, but if nothing is done about this, i , my family, friends and whoever else i may inform will never do business with gm again..sorry, but this just isn't right...safety!!!lol
Reported in: PLAQUEMINE LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MG35X98Y
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
in january 2014..my passenger airbag light came on the dic saying to service airbag??? i have very few passengers from time to time..maybe three a month..none are heavy enough as to plop down on seat with enough weight to inflict damage on whatever the problem may be!!! also, when i clean the car, i make certain as to not kneel or put any sort of weight as to break the circuit in which i've been reading about all the many others!!! has anybody given any thought that maybe it's a default?? it happens so very often with many of the other automobiles...so what makes our car any different??? it happens!!! as my word, i did nothing in any way, shape or form to damage it!!!! i love my solstice, but if nothing is done about this, i , my family, friends and whoever else i may inform will never do business with gm again..sorry, but this just isn't right...safety!!!lol
Reported in: PLAQUEMINE LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MG35X98Y
AIR BAGS
in january 2014..my passenger airbag light came on the dic saying to service airbag??? i have very few passengers from time to time..maybe three a month..none are heavy enough as to plop down on seat with enough weight to inflict damage on whatever the problem may be!!! also, when i clean the car, i make certain as to not kneel or put any sort of weight as to break the circuit in which i've been reading about all the many others!!! has anybody given any thought that maybe it's a default?? it happens so very often with many of the other automobiles...so what makes our car any different??? it happens!!! as my word, i did nothing in any way, shape or form to damage it!!!! i love my solstice, but if nothing is done about this, i , my family, friends and whoever else i may inform will never do business with gm again..sorry, but this just isn't right...safety!!!lol
Reported in: PLAQUEMINE LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MG35X98Y
ENGINE
ignition repair is still pending parts 6 months after recall is unacceptable for safety issue. day for day penalty should be imposed on gm for unacceptable delay is completing recall repair.
Reported in: NEW CASTLE DE || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MG35X48Y
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ignition repair is still pending parts 6 months after recall is unacceptable for safety issue. day for day penalty should be imposed on gm for unacceptable delay is completing recall repair.
Reported in: NEW CASTLE DE || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MG35X48Y
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2008 pontiac solstice. consumer requests reimbursement for ignition switch repairs. *smd the consumer stated he was unable to remove the key from the ignition. the key was stuck in the on position. *jb
Reported in: SARASOTA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MB35B48Y
ENGINE
tl-the contact owns a 2008 pontiac solstice. the contact stated that while driving at 50 mph, the vehicle decreased in speed to 15 mph and the check engine warning light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine and the power train computer module failed. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 35,000. djr
Reported in: LIVONIA MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MF35X18Y
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
tl-the contact owns a 2008 pontiac solstice. the contact stated that while driving at 50 mph, the vehicle decreased in speed to 15 mph and the check engine warning light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine and the power train computer module failed. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 35,000. djr
Reported in: LIVONIA MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G2MF35X18Y