Complaints
182
Crashes
12
Fires
3
Injuries
26
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2008 Pontiac Torrent Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#145 complaints
Airbags
Avg mileage:77,237 mi
Crash-related:5
#225 complaints
Fuel System
Avg mileage:75,389 mi
Crash-related:1
#315 complaints
Electrical Faults
Avg mileage:82,262 mi
Crash-related:2
Fires:1
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2008 Pontiac Torrent.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 45 | 5 | — | 77,237 mi | |
| Fuel System | 25 | 1 | — | 75,389 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 15 | 2 | 1 | 82,262 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 15 | — | — | 98,513 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 11 | — | — | 62,858 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 8 | — | — | 81,618 mi | |
| Body Structure | 7 | 2 | — | 74,167 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 7 | — | — | 77,563 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 6 | — | — | 85,727 mi | |
| Brakes | 5 | — | 1 | 117,448 mi | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Power Train:Driveline:Driveshaft | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches / Locks | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Electric Power Assist System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Valve | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 1 | — | — | — |
Airbags
45
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
—
Avg Miles
77,237
Fuel System
25
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
75,389
Electrical Faults
15
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
1
Avg Miles
82,262
Electronic Stability Control
15
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
98,513
Engine Problems
11
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
62,858
Steering Defects
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
81,618
Body Structure
7
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
74,167
Unintended Acceleration
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
77,563
Transmission / Drivetrain
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
85,727
Brakes
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
117,448
Gasoline Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Traction Control System
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Driveline:Driveshaft
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve)
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Latches / Locks
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Electric Power Assist System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tires:Valve
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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2008 Pontiac Torrent — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2008 Pontiac Torrent reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2008 Pontiac Torrent has 182 NHTSA complaints, 12 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Airbags with 45 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2008 Pontiac Torrent?
Top reported problems: Airbags (45 complaints, avg 77,237 mi); Fuel System (25 complaints, avg 75,389 mi); Electrical Faults (15 complaints, avg 82,262 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 2008 Pontiac Torrent?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 80,417 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2008 Pontiac Torrent?
NHTSA complaints for the 2008 Pontiac Torrent include 12 crash-related reports, 3 fire reports, 26 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 2008 Pontiac Torrent have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2008 Pontiac Torrent as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2008 Pontiac Torrent?
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 Torrent reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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