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Pontiac Solstice warranty claim denied?
1,034 manufacturer communications on file
1 warranty extensions / campaigns 2006–2014 model years covered
If your Pontiac Solstice warranty claim was just denied, you're not alone, and the denial isn't necessarily the final word. NHTSA has 1,034 manufacturer communications on file for the 2006–2014 Solstice, including one special coverage adjustment (14632) issued by General Motors in December 2014. Technical bulletins on file describe recurring issues such as ABS light activation with codes C0045/C0050, cruise control failure linked to code P0833, engine misfire tied to ignition coil codes P0351–P0354, incorrect front caliper bracket/wheel bearing bolts, slipping clutch symptoms, and intermittent traction control and stability system warnings.
When a documented manufacturer bulletin matches the symptoms described in your denial letter, that paper trail can matter. Dealers and manufacturers sometimes deny claims that documentation would otherwise support, and many denials can be reconsidered once the right records, bulletin references, and repair history are organized and presented clearly.
ClaimRight offers a free assessment of your denial. We review your paperwork against the manufacturer's own published bulletins and special coverage notices to help you understand what documentation exists and what your realistic options are, before you decide on next steps.
What Pontiac has documented for the Solstice
Filed with NHTSA by the manufacturer. Warranty extensions are the strongest signal — the manufacturer acknowledging a defect and extending coverage for it.
2014-12-16 · G-206857
Warranty extension 14632 - SPECIAL COVERAGE (Q&A). ON DECEMBER 11, 2014, GENERAL MOTORS RELEASED SPECIAL COVERAGE ADJUSTMENT 14632. THE TOTAL NUMBER OF U.S. VEHICLES INVOLVED IS APPROXIMATELY 1.9 MI...
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· 3371
ABS LIGHT ON WITH C0045 AND/OR C0050. *KB
· 3404
MACHINING DEBRIS ON THE OIL FILTER ELEMENT. *SC
· 3629
PROGRAMMING ALERT: PROGRESS BAR ON TECH 2 MAY NOT DISPLAY 100%. *TT
· 3642
SES LIGHT WITH A P0230 DTC AND NO PERFORMANCE CONCERNS - REPLACE ECM. *TT
· 3646A
SES LIGHT DUE TO DTCS P1516 AND P1682 - ECM CALIBRATION PENDING. *TT
· 3671
REAR AXLE PINION SEAL MAY EXPERIENCE A FLUID LEAK CONDITION. *TT UPDATED 04-26-07. *KB
· 3673
CRUISE CONTROL INOPERATIVE AND/OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0833 STORED. THE CONDITION MAY NOT BE ABLE TO BE DUPLICATED BY THE DEALER YET THE CONS...
· 3685
REAR TIRE CONTACTS THE FRONT OF THE REAR INNER FENDER. *TT
· 3771
ABS LIGHT ON WITH C0045 AND/OR C0050. *TT
· 3786
NO START AFTER ENGINE HARNESS REPLACEMENT (NON-ABS). *TT
· 3859
LOW OIL PRESSURE - INSPECT OIL FILTER FOR DAMAGE. *KB UPDATED 10/18/07. *NJ
· 3973
ENGINE MISFIRE WITH IGNITION COIL CONTROL DTCS P0351 - P0354. *KB
· 3975
INTERMITTENT DRIVEABILITY CONCERNS, TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM WARNING LAMP, SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM MESSAGE, SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM MESSAGE, DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE B1390, C0236 A...
· 3980
HARD TO SHIFT AND OR SLIPPING CLUTCH. *KB
· 4014
PARTS UPDATE - TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER DESIGN CHANGE. *KB
· 4078
FRONT CALIPER BRACKET/WHEEL BEARING ATTACHMENT BOLT INCORRECT. *TT
· 4149
SHIFTING CONCERNS, COMMUNICATION AND OR OTHER TCM OR ECM DTC'S POSSIBLE WATER INTRUSION. *KB
· 4182
SES LIGHT AND/OR ENGINE MISFIRES ON ALL CYLINDERS. *NJ
· 4197
SES LIGHT DUE TO BRIEF ENGINE MISFIRE AND P0300 DTC ON HARD ACCELERATION. *KB
· 4198
SES LIGHT DUE TO INTERNAL ECM DTCS P0603 AND/OR P0604. *KB
2024-12-07 · PIT5074Q
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. The...
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2024-12-06 · PIT5962B
This Preliminary information communicates a GM part number for reflective high temperature heat or insulating tape when repairing wiring harnesses.
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2024-12-04 · PIT6261
This Preliminary information communicates to dealers GM is working on a solution for outdated Apps
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2024-10-28 · 04-06-01-029K
This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
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Common questions
Why was my Pontiac Solstice warranty claim denied?
Claims are denied for various reasons, including disputes over cause, timing, or whether the issue is covered under the original warranty terms. Sometimes a dealer may not reference an applicable manufacturer bulletin or special coverage notice. Reviewing the denial letter alongside any related technical service bulletins can help clarify whether the stated reason aligns with documented manufacturer information for your model.
What is GM special coverage 14632 for the Solstice?
Special coverage 14632 was issued by General Motors on December 11, 2014, as an adjustment program covering a specific group of U.S. vehicles. Special coverage notices like this extend warranty-type protection for a particular condition beyond the standard warranty period. Whether your vehicle and repair qualify depends on vehicle identification, mileage, and the specific terms GM published for that program.
Can a denied warranty claim be appealed or reconsidered?
Many manufacturers and dealers allow a claim to be reconsidered if additional documentation, such as repair records, diagnostic codes, or references to published technical bulletins, is submitted. There's no guarantee of a different outcome, but organizing this information clearly and resubmitting it through the proper channel is a common first step before pursuing other options.
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