2007 Pontiac Solstice problems

“My car was taken in for General Motors issued safety recall for the 2007 Pontiac Solstice (GM Recall 17036, NHTSA Campaign 17V061000) regarding a defect in the Passenger Air Bag Suppression System (PPS) back in XXX. Now here we are in XXX and the same error is displayed in my vehicle. I missed an appointment and was not able to get it into Temeron GMC of [XXX] until XXX. I Was advised the PPS Module is now in need of replacement and charged a $200.00 diag fee for Error Code B0081 which is a direct result of NHTSA Campaign 17V061000. When I asked them to fix the car under recall I was advised "No sir, your recall was completed more then a year ago and quoted $1600.00 for a RECALL repair". They refused to fix my car under recall and returned it to me with no airbag in the passenger side creating a safety hazard to myself and anyone in the car. My car has not be fixed and is still in need of resolve. Airbag is currently off.”

“The contact owns a 2007 Pontiac Solstice. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 14V047000 (AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM), 14V171000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) and 17V061000 (AIR BAGS); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact verified that the key could be removed while the ignition was not in the "OFF" position. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times over the years, but the contact was informed that the parts were not available for the recall repairs. Recently, the dealer informed the contact that the parts would not be available, and the recall repairs would never be performed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.”

“Rear differential fluid leak The 07204 recall pertains to certain Pontiac vehicles, specifically the 2007 Pontiac Solstice, where a faulty rear axle pinion seal may leak, potentially causing a loss of motive power and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the pinion seal free of charge, and the recall began on February 1, 2008. [XXX] [XXX] Overview of Recall 07204 Vehicle Affected Model: 2007 Pontiac Solstice Manufacturer: General Motors (GM) Recall Details Recall Number: 07204 NHTSA Campaign Number: 07V589000 Date Announced: December 20, 2007 Total Vehicles Affected: Approximately 275,936 Issue Description The rear axle pinion seal may be faulty, leading to a potential fluid leak. This leak can cause rear differential failure, resulting in loss of motive power and possibly loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash. Actions Required Dealers' Response: Dealers will replace the faulty pinion seal free of charge. Owner Notification: GM began notifying affected vehicle owners starting February 1, 2008. Contact Information For more details, owners can contact: Pontiac Customer Service: 1-800-620-7668 Cadillac Customer Service: 1-800-458-8006 It…”

“New in 2007 Pontiac Solstice. In May of 2018 the recall 17036 was completed at 28,000 after waiting several months for the solution and then several months for the part to arrive. PPS passenger seat weighted sensor module failed again August 2023 at 36,000 miles. Repair only lasted 8,000 miles. I was told this module controls the passenger seat air bag. I was also told that if module fails the passenger seat air bag will not deploy putting the passenger in an unsafe position. The passenger present light will be off when seat is occupied. The DIC (information display) will only read service air bag until the fault code is corrected. I use this to mainly to monitor coolant temperature of the engine although it has other functions. There will also be a red warning light on in the middle of the dash cluster. Visiting the forums there are many on their third and fourth repair. The recall should be reopened. One quote I received was for over $ 1,200. I do not feel I should have to pay out of pocket for a safety issue. In order to protect my passenger that is why I paid to have the recalled part replaced again. Your passenger is also your lifeline. Yes, I know it is…”

“WHILE DRIVING TO MY SONS HOUSE, THE ENGINE STOPPED. FORTUNATELY I WAS NOT FAR FROM THE HOUSE AND WAS ABLE TO COAST IN. I WAS UNABLE TO RESTART THE ENGINE SO I HAD THE CAR TOWED TO MY HOUSE. I CHECKED WITH THE LOCAL GM DEALER AND WAS TOLD THAT I WAS UP TO DATE ON THE RECALLS. A MECHANIC CHECKED THE CAR. IT SEEMS THAT THE NEW IGNITION SWITCH IS FAULTY AS WELL”

“While applying the brakes the car down shifts hard, locking up and jerking. Many others had reported this problem in online forums. Stating a power train or module issue. Very dangerous not knowing if your car my jerk into someone or something out of your control.”