2006 Pontiac Solstice Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 3%of 243 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 53,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the engine of the 2006 Pontiac Solstice, 3% of the 243 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 53,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“When I apply the brakes to slow down or stop and the car gets to about 20mph the car suddenly brakes hard and jolts. If it were not for the seat belt one could go into the windshield. This happens with each braking. This is extremely dangerous. I see through research online that people have been reporting this issue with this car for years...why isn't there a recall? What is the problem? This is a small car if a semi or just any moving vehicle was close behind me when this happens I and my passenger would probably be crushed. …”
NHTSA complaint #11124351, filed 2018-09, 35,000 miles“Car has an unbelievable clunking noise when shifting mostly from 1st thru 3rd gear since I purchased it. After 2 multi point inspections(results fine) I took it back to the dealership I purchased it from(it was under its 30 day front to back warranty), when they drove it for 50ft said yes there is a definite clunking noise going on and we'll look into it. They took it to their Pontiac/GM dealership for investigation. That dealership said it was the rear end and it was normal, however mine was excessive so they re-placed the rear end/driveshaft and differential. …”
NHTSA complaint #10606650, filed 2014-06, 25,800 miles“The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac Solstice. The contact stated that the air bag, anti-theft, and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle failed to start because the anti-theft system activated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 65,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10849753, filed 2016-03, 65,000 miles“The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac Solstice. While driving 15 MPH, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate and the check engine and thermostat warning indicators illuminated. The dealer was notified of the failures, but the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 100,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10926638, filed 2016-11, 100,000 miles“The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac Solstice. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the vehicle stalled and no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 73,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10654603, filed 2014-11, 73,000 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 10242298Aug 10, 2023This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308…
- 10211658May 2, 2022This service bulletin provides policy information on warranty administration guidelines for multiple repairs with independent causes (GM Canada Dealers Only).
- 10178949Jul 28, 2020This Bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC…
- 10178387Jul 27, 2020This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. Technician will gain access to the roller…
- 10176326May 21, 2020This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308…
- 10176607May 8, 2020This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank…
- 10173416Feb 28, 2020This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services (including Flushing Services and Additives) and the Proper use of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
- 10167437Oct 14, 2019This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the…
- 10160987May 7, 2019This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to not remove the torque converter bolts and start the engine as this may cause damage to the…
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Other parts of the 2006 Pontiac Solstice
178 complaintsElectrical system
28 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
28 complaintsSeats
8 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2006 Pontiac Solstice
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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