NHTSA — Fuel/Propulsion System Problems

2007 Pontiac Torrent (Page 2 of 4)

2.2

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
71,014 miles

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2007 Pontiac Torrent fuel system problems

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2007 Pontiac Torrent Owner Comments (Page 2 of 4)

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problem #45

Oct 092017

Torrent

  • 5 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The last 2 months I have noticed a decrease in power when I am on the freeway trying to accelerate and the car shakes due to the loss in power. I noticed there was a past recall for fuel pump issues.

- Upland, CA, USA

problem #44

Sep 162017

Torrent

  • 120,775 miles
There is fuel leaking from somewhere on top of the fuel tank or the general area and dripping to the ground. It leaks while in motion and also parked

- Kathleen, GA, USA

problem #43

Oct 152015

Torrent

  • 83,257 miles
Gas leak I cant locate but fills the car with very strong gas fumes and can also be spelled as you approach the vehicle (approx.5 yards away). This has been happening for a while and no one can find a leak but can smell the gas odor strong. I purchased a new gas cap at the beginning of this problem but that didn't help either. I see there was a recall that sounds like the issue I am having but the dealers tell me that since I am not in the states listed I have to figure out how to pay to fix myself; which I can not afford and is my only transportation for myself and my 2 1 year old grandchildren. I need help please

- Kansas City, MO, USA

problem #42

Sep 102016

Torrent

  • 100,400 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Passenger air bag sensor is faulty. Ignition switch is lose. Gas gauge is not working traction control stability control light are all on. Loses power and doesn't want to move sometimes.

- Taneytown, MD, USA

problem #41

Nov 102016

Torrent

  • 118,063 miles
On 11-10-16 we smelled gas outside the car after exiting the vehicle. We took it to our local mechanic. The nearest GM dealer is about 20 miles from our home. They checked the problem, found the fuel line on the fuel pump module cracked and leaking. They said we would have a fire soon if this was not repaired immediately. They removed and replaced fuel pump module. We paid for the repair...$592 for part & $200 labor. After repair, I called the dealer to see if this was a common problem with our vehicle. They said, yes, there is a "open service bulletin" for that vehicle with a reimbursement clause. We took the required paperwork to the dealer. They found that the reimbursement clause expired 7-31-2014, but there is no expiration if it is repaired at a dealer. If we had been aware of this problem or requirement, we would have taken it to the dealer. There was no communication to us from GM regarding this problem. We have been unsuccessful in our attempts to have GM take responsibility for this repair, even though they fully acknowledge the problem in document 4233868.

- Harrison, MI, USA

problem #40

Jun 152016

Torrent

  • 85,500 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Pontiac Torrent. Whether while driving or parked, an odor of fuel emitted from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The VIN was excluded from NHTSA campaign number: 12V459000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was approximately 85,500.

- Buffalo, NY, USA

problem #39

Dec 022013

Torrent

  • 70,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Lost fwd do to wheel bearing hub twice, gas gauge goes to what ever position it wants to even when full of gas. Radio changes stations with out no one touching it. Transmission has a chatter in it now and vehicle only has about 80000 miles on it. Still paying for a lemon

- Proctor, VT, USA

problem #38

Mar 222015

Torrent

  • miles
The contact owns a 2007 Pontiac Torrent. The contact stated that while in park, there was a strong fuel odor emitting from outside the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was unavailable.

- Savannah, GA, USA

problem #37

Nov 202014

Torrent

  • 150,000 miles
Vehicle was sluggish to start, so I replaced the battery, that didn't fix the problem. The mechanic said he smelled gas, and after checking it, he determined it was the fuel pump. He said that there was a recall for this problem, but then found out it was only available for certain VIN numbers. My car is the correct year, correct model and has the problem described in the recall, but it is limited to certain VIN numbers, how is that fair. After a bill of $1700. I think the recall needs to be investigated further if this is happening to other vehicles besides the VIN numbers listed. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thank you

- Jenkins, KY, USA

problem #36

Sep 022014

Torrent

  • 125,000 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Pontiac Torrent. The contact stated that fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the tube going to the fuel pump module was cracked. As a result, the fuel pump module needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 125,000.

- Bealeton, VA, USA

problem #35

Sep 042014

Torrent

  • 97,430 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2007 Pontiac Torrent. The contact smelled fuel inside the vehicle. After inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed a fuel leak. The dealer stated that there was a leak in the fuel lines, which caused fuel to leak onto the fuel pump. As a result, the fuel lines and fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 12V459000 (fuel system, gasoline). The approximate failure mileage was 97,430.

- Dayton, OH, USA

problem #34

Jul 012014

Torrent

  • 54,600 miles
Rear passenger side of car smelled like gas, difficulty starting car. Car was taken in for repairs, which required a fuel pump replacement. There is a recall for this but only in the states of Arizona, California, Nevada and Texas while this incident occurred in Vermont.

- Colchester, VT, USA

problem #33

Dec 142013

Torrent

  • 87,000 miles
Service stabilitrak and traction control come on always while on the freeway. Traction control will turn itself off. Not long after these lights come on, the check engine light will come on as well. All seem to clear themselves after a couple of days. By the time I am able to have it ran for a code the lights are already off. This has happened on several occasion and very concerned about transporting my [xxx] year old in this car. I have had to also replace the battery already 4 times in the car and have the fuel pump module replaced twice as well. Parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Visalia, CA, USA

problem #32

Jul 022013

Torrent

  • 125,000 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Pontiac Torrent. The contact stated hat the vehicle emitted a strong gasoline odor. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was advised that there was fuel leaking and the engine had to be removed in order to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included under NHTSA campaign number: 12V459000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 125,000.

- Newark , DE, USA

problem #31

Jun 092013

Torrent 6-cyl

  • 12,539 miles
I am a owner of a 2007 Pontiac Torrent purchase new, recently I detected odor of gas, when I filled the tank to full in 2 days it required more gas, when checked I notice there was gas leakage under the car.

- Chester, PA, USA

problem #30

Sep 122012

Torrent

  • 74,000 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Pontiac Torrent. The contact stated that while parked, she noticed a strong gasoline fuel smell. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis. The technician stated that the fuel pump was fractured, leaking fuel and would have to be replaced. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 12V459000 (fuel system, gasoline) but was advised by the manufacturer that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 74,000.

- Grand Prairie, TX, USA

problem #29

Feb 112013

Torrent 6-cyl

  • 71,025 miles
Strong fuel odor. Noticed spots on the ground when vehicle is running. Inspected by ase certified shop/technician and found fuel line port cracked allowing fuel to leak out and run onto and off of fuel tank. Found related recall/bulletin. Contacted GM dealership and was informed my vehicle does not qualify or meet the outlined guidelines for warranty repair.

- Fort Wayne, IN, USA

problem #28

Jun 112012

Torrent 6-cyl

  • 86,871 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Pontiac Torrent. The contact stated there was a fuel odor in the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to a mechanic who stated there was a leak coming from the fuel pump and there was also a related recall. The contact spoke with the manufacturer and was told the vehicle was not included in NHTSA recall campaign id number: 12V459000 (fuel system, gasoline for the fuel pump) due to the states associated with the recall. The failure mileage was 86,871 and the current mileage was 94,000..... updated 02-20-13 the consumer was informed there was a leaking coming from the top of the fuel tank. The fuel pump was replaced after the consumer learned that a fuel line connection at the fuel pump had severed causing a fuel leak between the passenger cabin and fuel tank. The mechanic informed the consumer, the fuel pump and lines were one piece and the tank had to be dropped in order to replace the fuel pump. Updated 02/27/13

- Deatsville, AL, USA

problem #27

Feb 292012

Torrent 6-cyl

  • 55,000 miles
Strong gas could be smelled near the gas tank. I could not park it in the garage due to safety consideration. There is no recall for my car according to GM database. I heard there have been some recalls but why my car is not in the recall since gas leaking is the same reason, fuel pump related. Hope government involves this with high priority because this will cause serious damage to people or properties if parked in the garages.

- Camarillo, CA, USA

problem #26

Oct 012012

Torrent 6-cyl

  • 104,000 miles
We also have a 2007 Pontiac Torrent with a strong gas smell. We received a letter stating our vehicle did qualify for the 12V-459 recall but when we called the dealer they said it didn't. we were then directed to GM's main office where my husband was told yeah it did qualify and an escalation department would be calling him back to get this taken care of. Well low and behold he gets a call today and is told no the car does not qualify. Now how in the heck did we get a letter with our VIN number saying it qualifies and now all of a sudden it doesn't? we obviously have a gas leak as the smell is ridiculous. My husband is a cancer survivor for gods sake. After reading all the other complaints of people in different states that are having the same problem but not qualifying for the recall I think its obvious that limiting the recall to certain states is bogus, and whoever doesn't think Oklahoma is a "warm weather state" has obviously never visited ok in the summer. Its hot as heck with 3 digit temps for weeks as a time! I hope a class action law suit gets underway!

- Okc, OK, USA

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