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Pontiac Solstice repairs by problem area

Engine (23%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (0%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (36%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (14%)

Other (9%)

Chart based on 44 repairs.
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Pontiac Solstice engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (50%)

$100 - $499 (20%)

< $100 (30%)

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Chart based on 10 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Pontiac Solstice 2dr Convertible

turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 5-speed automatic RWD

225000 mi

US $600
P0016 cam/crank correlation error due to timing chain stretch. Replaced cam timing chain, tensioner, guides 
31500 mi

US $785
The cooling fan stopped working. The power train was under the warranty, but I had to negotiate hard for GM to accept to cover that one. I still have to pay $100 for the ECU diagnostic! 

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2008 Pontiac Solstice 2dr Convertible

173-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic RWD

141000 mi

US $60
Replaced the radiatior fan. Chk engine light code S010 happens every two years. I replaced the camshaft actuator at cost of $50 for part. Engine overheated and I replaced thermostat at $10. 

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2007 Pontiac Solstice 2dr Convertible

turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD

54200 mi

US $80
CEL came on. Code P0011. Researched online and replaced both camshaft position actuators. 
63000 mi

US $100
replace thermostat and coolant. 

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2007 Pontiac Solstice 2dr Convertible

turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 5-speed automatic RWD

33000 mi

US $860
My check engine light came on. Car seemed to be running fine but still checked out the problem with my OBD2 scanner. The code came up P2188 which translates as Idle mixture too rich at idle. The dealer replaced the High pressure fuel pump. 
70000 mi

US $625
Timing belt got worn, and warning lights came on. Replace belt, sensor, and wiring, after three trips trying to see if it was just the sensor. 

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2007 Pontiac Solstice 2dr Convertible

177-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual RWD

42000 mi CPU failed 

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2006 Pontiac Solstice 2dr Convertible

177-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual RWD

52090 mi

US $489
replace water cooler 

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Pontiac Solstice Engine Problems

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