2007 Pontiac Solstice power train problems
24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2007 Pontiac Solstice — 8% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Rear differential fluid leak The 07204 recall pertains to certain Pontiac vehicles, specifically the 2007 Pontiac Solstice, where a faulty rear axle pinion seal may leak, potentially causing a loss of motive power and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the pinion seal free of…”
filed Mar 9, 2026
“While applying the brakes the car down shifts hard, locking up and jerking. Many others had reported this problem in online forums. Stating a power train or module issue. Very dangerous not knowing if your car my jerk into someone or something out of your control.”
filed Nov 26, 2023
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE REAR AXLE PINION SEAL DOES NOT MEET ALL OF THE…Campaign 07V589000 · Dec 20, 2007
Related service bulletins
This service bulletin provides information on some vehicles that may rock or move slightly forward or rearward while in Park at start up after cold soak. This condition may be accompanied by a clunk noise. This is a…
08-07-30-026I · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 16, 2024
Power Train problems in other Solstice years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 Solstice | 1 | 3% |
| 2008 Solstice | 3 | 2% |
| 2006 Solstice | 28 | 12% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2007 Pontiac Solstice
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.