The most-reported Torrent run is 2CKDL63F876 (2007 builds) with 20 complaints, 3.7× the typical run. Air bags problems make up 20% of reports; 2007 is the worst model year at 7.9 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for Torrent model years 2007–2007.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Pontiac Torrent has 91 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 16% of every Torrent complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2CKDL63F876•••••• | 2007 | 2 | — | |
| 2CKDL63F676•••••• | 2007 | — | — | |
| 2CKDL63F266•••••• | 2006 | — | 1 | |
| 2CKDL63F076•••••• | 2007 | 1 | — | |
| 2CKDL63F376•••••• | 2007 | — | — | |
| 2CKDL63F276•••••• | 2007 | — | — | |
| 2CKDL63FX76•••••• | 2007 | — | — | |
| 2CKDL63F976•••••• | 2007 | — | — | |
| 2CKDL73F266•••••• | 2006 | — | — | |
| 2CKDL63F576•••••• | 2007 | 1 | — | |
| 2CKDL63F566•••••• | 2006 | — | — | |
| 2CKDL73FX76•••••• | 2007 | — | — |
Each of the other 79 Torrent runs has 12 complaints or fewer.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Pontiac Torrent the gap between build years is 5.6×: a 2007 car draws 7.9 complaints per run, a 2009 one 1.4.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 14 | 10 | 1 | |
| 2008 | 96 | 29 | 2 | |
| 2007 | 212 | 27 | 6 | |
| 2006 | 165 | 26 | 7 |
Heaviest year here is 2007 at 7.9 complaints per run; lightest is 2009 at 1.4.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 20% of everything Pontiac Torrent owners report: Air Bags, 100 of 487 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 11 | — | |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | — | |
| Electrical System | 2 | 5 | |
| Steering | 4 | 2 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 3 | |
| Engine | — | 1 | |
| Visibility | — | — | |
| Fuel System | — | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 4 recall campaigns on the Pontiac Torrent; the 4 below cover build years 2007 to 2007. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 12V459000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump | 2007 |
| 07V344000 | Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control Module-inactive | 2007 |
| 07V242000 | Visibility:windshield | 2007 |
| 07V520000 | Air Bags | 2007 |
12V459000 was opened in 2012 on cars built from 2007: 5 years on the road before the recall.
The Torrent against its rivals
The Torrent draws 5.4 complaints per production run; the Jeep Commander 7, the GMC Envoy 5.4 and the Buick Rendezvous 5.7. That is the lowest rate of the 4.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pontiac Torrent | 487 | 91 | 3.3% | |
| Jeep Commander | 2,879 | 412 | 3.5% | |
| GMC Envoy | 2,599 | 483 | 5.5% | |
| Buick Rendezvous | 973 | 171 | 4.9% |
How serious were they
Of the 487 reports on the Pontiac Torrent, 3.3% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | Pontiac Torrent | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 487 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 16 (3.3%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 12 (2.5%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 29 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 43% below the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Pontiac Torrent share of that is 487 complaints over 91 runs, 0.04% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Pontiac Torrent VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 487 NHTSA complaints from 91 Torrent runs and 4 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Torrent production run has the most complaints?
2CKDL63F876, a 2007 build, with 20 complaints, 2 of them after a crash. The typical Torrent run has 5.4.
Which Torrent years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2007 is heaviest at 7.9 complaints per run and 2009 lightest at 1.4.
Does the Torrent get more complaints than the Jeep Commander?
No: 5.4 complaints per production run for the Torrent against 7 for the Jeep Commander.
How many Torrent complaints involve a crash?
3.3% of 487 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 12 involved a fire.
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