CarRecallWatchThe 2006 Pontiac Solstice has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 243 complaints with NHTSA, including 9 crashes, 2 fires, 8 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (180 reports).
2006 Pontiac Solstice recalls
Passenger Air Bag May Fail to Deploy in a Crash
A sensor in the front passenger seat that controls the passenger air bag can become bent or damaged, which may cause the front passenger air bag to be disabled.
Most common 2006 Pontiac Solstice problems
Problem areas named in the 243 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 180 |
| Power Train | 33 |
| Electrical System | 28 |
| Seats | 8 |
| Engine | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 |
| Suspension | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 4 |
What owners report
I have an alarm on my car that states the air bag needs service. I utilized a code reader which indicated there is a failure with the passenger air bag system. I checked for recalls and found one ( NHTSA : 17V061). The vehicle is a 2006 Pontiac Soltice. I contacted three local GM dealers about making a repair. All stated they do not make repairs only on types of vehicles they sell. Thet do not repair Pontiacs. I contacted GM at [XXX]. The representative stated the recall had been completed, which I strongly dispute. I told the representative I have no knowledge of any such repair being performed. The representative generated a case number, case #XXX. She told me it would be up to me to find
HEADLAMP HOUSING IS CRACKING AND ALLOWING MOISTURE TO GET INTO HEADLIGHT AREA. IT MAKES THE LIGHTS WHILE DRIVING VERY POOR AND IS A NIGHT HAZARD.
The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac Solstice. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number:Â 17V061000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The air bag warning light was illuminated. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 192,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
Hello i would like to make an agreement with someone to recover a seized vehicle by cbp at the border I made a mistake and i really want to fix it because i really need the car for work but all proof of ownership is inside the vehicle under the driver seat on a red docs bag the guy that sold it to me doesnt want to help me and im Just a young buddy I got it on payments with the condition that i was going to have the original tittle until i pay it all help
The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac Solstice. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the passengerâs side seat sensor air bag warning light was not illuminated; however, the passengerâs side seat was occupied. The contact was notified that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V061000 (Air Bags). The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the contact was informed that the inflatable restraint passenger presence module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 38,153.
2006 Pontiac Solstice questions
Does the 2006 Pontiac Solstice have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2006 Pontiac Solstice: Passenger Air Bag May Fail to Deploy in a Crash; Electrical System:Ignition; Air Bags; Electrical System:Ignition:Switch; Power Train:Axle Assembly:Axle Shaft:Seal. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Pontiac Solstice?
Based on 243 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (180), Power Train (33), Electrical System (28).
How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Pontiac Solstice has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.