2008 Pontiac Solstice vs 2009 Pontiac Solstice
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Pontiac Solstice | 2009 Pontiac Solstice |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 159 | 36 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 877 | 929 |
| Investigations | 3 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–22 | 21–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 32,608 mi | 31,730 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Pontiac Solstice | Pontiac Solstice |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 99 | 32 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 29 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 15 | 6 |
| Seats | 10 | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 0 |
| Structure | 6 | 0 |
| Engine | 5 | 0 |
| Power Train | 3 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 25 | 9 |
| Brake problems | 9 | 0 |
| Stalling | 7 | 0 |
2008 Pontiac Solstice
2009 Pontiac Solstice
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.