DRL Resistor May Fail on Pontiac Torrent

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · Oct 11, 2025

Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

The day time running lights (DRL) resistor may fail causing the daytime running lights to stop working. Our technicians tell us a failed resistor will require replacement.

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Pontiac Torrent vehicles with this problem

2 model years affected

Average mileage: 110,014 miles

(44,000 - 195,000)

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