2006 Pontiac Solstice Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2006 Pontiac Solstice.

< older2007
Complaints
288
Crashes
12
Fires
3
Injuries
12
Fatalities
Recalls
3

Worst 2006 Pontiac Solstice Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#1171 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:47,114 mi
Crash-related:3
#225 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:36,145 mi
Crash-related:3
Fires:1
#310 complaints

Power Train:Driveline:Differential Unit

Avg mileage:10,530 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2006 Pontiac Solstice.

Airbags
171
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
47,114
Electrical Faults
25
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
1
Avg Miles
36,145
Power Train:Driveline:Differential Unit
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
10,530
Engine Problems
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
56,633
Transmission / Drivetrain
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
41,577
Seat-Related Issues
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
34,250
Power Train:Axle Assembly:Axle Shaft:Seal
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
16,039
Seat Belt Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Rear
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Driveline
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Axle Assembly
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Manual Transmission
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal:Passenger Side:Inflator Module
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification:Front Passenger
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Srs Malfunction Warning Lamp/Light
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition:Anti-Theft:Control Module
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition:Switch
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2006 Pontiac Solstice

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~4,472,955 vehicles.

17V061000Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification
~91,007 affected

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice and 2007-2010 Saturn Sky vehicles. The Passenger Air Bag Suppression System (PPS) sensor may become bent or damaged within the front passenger seat, possibly disabling the front passenger air bag.

14V171000Electrical System:ignition
~2,191,014 affected

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 2006-2011 Chevrolet HHR, 2007-2010 Pontiac G5, 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice, 2003-2007 Saturn Ion, and 2007-2010 Saturn Sky vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the key can be removed from the ignition when the ignition is not in the "Off" position.

14V047000Airbags · Electrical System:ignition:switch
~2,190,934 affected

This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on February 10, 2014 that they are recalling 619,122 model year 2005-2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, and 2007 Pontiac G5 vehicles. On February 25, 2014, GM increased the recall to include an additional 748,024 model year 2006-2007 Chevrolet HHR and Pontiac Solstice vehicles and 2003-2007 Saturn Ion vehicles and 2007 Saturn Sky vehicles. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine. On March 27, 2014, GM notified the agency that the defective ignition switches may have been used as service replacement parts on other vehicles, and as a result GM will be recalling certain model year 2008-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, Saturn Sky, and Pontiac G5 and Solstice, and 2008-2011 Chevrolet HHR vehicles. The part numbers for the service parts are 10392423 (a/k/a ACDelco D1461F), 10392737, 15857948, 15854953, 15896640, and 25846762. This expansion represents an additional 823,788 vehicles.

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2006 Pontiac Solstice — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2006 Pontiac Solstice reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2006 Pontiac Solstice has 288 NHTSA complaints, 12 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Airbags with 171 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2006 Pontiac Solstice?
Top reported problems: Airbags (171 complaints, avg 47,114 mi); Electrical Faults (25 complaints, avg 36,145 mi); Power Train:Driveline:Differential Unit (10 complaints, avg 10,530 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2006 Pontiac Solstice?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 43,300 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2006 Pontiac Solstice?
NHTSA complaints for the 2006 Pontiac Solstice include 12 crash-related reports, 3 fire reports, 12 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2006 Pontiac Solstice have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 4,472,955 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2006 Pontiac Solstice?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Pontiac Solstice reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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