2007 Pontiac Torrent Problems

Above Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2007 Pontiac Torrent.

20062008
Complaints
354
Crashes
9
Fires
5
Injuries
13
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2007 Pontiac Torrent Problems

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

#165 complaints

Fuel System

Avg mileage:90,508 mi
#252 complaints

Electronic Stability Control

Avg mileage:144,097 mi
Crash-related:2
Fires:1
#346 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:91,682 mi
Crash-related:3
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2007 Pontiac Torrent.

Fuel System
65
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
90,508
Electronic Stability Control
52
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
1
Avg Miles
144,097
Airbags
46
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
91,682
Electrical Faults
25
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
202,095
Steering Defects
25
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
1
Avg Miles
67,267
Gasoline Fuel System
18
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
56,815
Fuel Pump
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
79,546
Traction Control System
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
64,661
Engine Problems
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
105,448
Unintended Acceleration
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
89,641
Brakes
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
64,823
Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
50,400
Hydraulic Brakes
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Steering:Electric Power Assist System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Other Equipment
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches / Locks
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification:Status Indicator Lamp/Light
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition:Switch
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2007 Pontiac Torrent

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~49,768 vehicles.

12V459000Fuel Pump
~49,768 affected

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007 Chevrolet Equinox and Pontiac Torrent vehicles originally sold or currently registered in Arizona, California, Nevada, and Texas; model year 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, Pontiac G5, and Saturn ION vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in, Arizona, California, Florida, Nevada, or Texas; model year 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt and Pontiac G5 vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in, Arizona; and model year 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt and Pontiac G5 vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Nevada, Oklahoma, or Texas. Some of these vehicles have a condition in which the plastic supply or return port on the fuel pump module may crack, which could cause a fuel leak.

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2007 Pontiac Torrent — FAQ

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

Is the 2007 Pontiac Torrent reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2007 Pontiac Torrent has 354 NHTSA complaints, 9 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Fuel System with 65 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2007 Pontiac Torrent?
Top reported problems: Fuel System (65 complaints, avg 90,508 mi); Electronic Stability Control (52 complaints, avg 144,097 mi); Airbags (46 complaints, avg 91,682 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 2007 Pontiac Torrent?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 104,117 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2007 Pontiac Torrent?
NHTSA complaints for the 2007 Pontiac Torrent include 9 crash-related reports, 5 fire reports, 13 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 2007 Pontiac Torrent have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 49,768 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 2007 Pontiac Torrent?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.

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

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

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