2009 Pontiac Solstice Problems: 1 Issues Every Owner Should Know
2009 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated May 2026
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2009 Pontiac Solstice has 1 documented known issues. No issues are rated critical, indicating generally reliable ownership. Across all issues, repair costs range from $ to $200. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
All 1 Known Issues
On the 2006-2009 Pontiac Solstice all, 2006-2009 Solstice (and Saturn Sky/Opel GT — all Kappa platform) has the trunk lid integrate with the soft top stowage; with the top down, the trunk seal is exposed and frequently leaks in rain. Tiny trunk space (only 3.8 cu ft with top stowed) compounds the issue. Water pools at the spare tire area and rusts the floor panel.
Common Symptoms
- wet trunk after rain
- standing water in spare tire well
- mildew smell from trunk
How to Fix
Inspect trunk seal annually; replace if cracked ($60-$120 part). 3M weatherstrip adhesive helps reseal. Always check spare tire well after heavy rain. Some owners install a small bilge-pump style drain. Permanent fix is to confirm rain gutters at the top stowage area aren't clogged.