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
AIR BAGS
Avg mileage:77,237 mi
Crash-related:5
#225 complaints
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Avg mileage:75,389 mi
Crash-related:1
#315 complaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Avg mileage:82,262 mi
Crash-related:2
Fires:1
Considering a 2008 Pontiac Torrent?
Check the actual VIN — every car is different.
This page shows the model year's reputation. The VIN tells you about this specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer rollbacks. Full report just $4.99 (vs. Carfax $44.99).
All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2008 Pontiac Torrent.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 45 | 5 | — | 77,237 mi | |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 25 | 1 | — | 75,389 mi | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 15 | 2 | 1 | 82,262 mi | |
| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | 15 | — | — | 98,513 mi | |
| ENGINE | 11 | — | — | 62,858 mi | |
| STEERING | 8 | — | — | 81,618 mi | |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 7 | 2 | — | 74,167 mi | |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 7 | — | — | 77,563 mi | |
| POWER TRAIN | 6 | — | — | 85,727 mi | |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 6 | 1 | — | 53,800 mi | |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 5 | — | 1 | 117,448 mi | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 3 | — | — | 63,634 mi | |
| SEATS | 3 | 1 | — | 55,333 mi | |
| TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM | 3 | — | 1 | 150,000 mi | |
| POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT | 2 | — | — | 10,000 mi | |
| SEAT BELTS | 2 | — | — | 70,000 mi | |
| SUSPENSION | 2 | — | — | 84,500 mi | |
| TIRES | 2 | — | — | 83,620 mi | |
| WHEELS | 2 | — | — | 138,000 mi | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 | — | — | 94,258 mi | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) | 1 | — | — | 104,000 mi | |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 1 | — | — | — | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 1 | — | — | 28,000 mi | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 1 | — | — | 104,000 mi | |
| STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | 1 | — | — | — | |
| STRUCTURE | 1 | — | — | 165,000 mi | |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE | 1 | — | — | 110,000 mi | |
| TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS | 1 | — | — | 97,140 mi | |
| TIRES:VALVE | 1 | — | — | 91,000 mi | |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 1 | — | — | 74,000 mi |
Other Pontiac Torrent Years
Wider context: See the full Pontiac Torrent reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
Check Your Specific 2008 Pontiac Torrent
Real owner complaints tell you about the model. The VIN tells you about your specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer fraud.
Check Any VIN — $4.99