2002 Pontiac Aztek problems, complaints & recalls

2017-04-08 · Service Brakes

“as noted in previous statements this vehicle is difficulty at starting and cranking at various situation. playing the radio with engine off, must wait ten minutes before attempting to start, then it may crank or you have to start over. its not the radio its the ignition lock cylinder as done in the past. it doesn't matter, stop, or moving it has d…”

2016-09-09 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 139,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2002 pontiac aztek. after refueling the vehicle, it was noticed that the vehicle was losing fuel faster than usual. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank, fuel pump, and fuel tank lines failed and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware o…”

2016-06-02 · Fuel System, Gasoline

“2002 pontiac aztek. consumer writes in regards to fuel odors and leaks by the fuel tank inlet. consumers internet search found an expired recall bulletin for the same issue, requests assistance with repairs. *smd the consumer noticed the fuel smell was stronger after he filled up. *jb…”

2016-03-09 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 120,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2002 pontiac aztek. the contact smelled a strong fuel odor present in the vehicle without warning. the failure was persistent. the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 07v349000 (fuel system, gasoline). the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage …”

2015-10-06 · Electrical System · 180,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2002 pontiac aztek. while driving 45 mph, the alarm system sounded, the locks operated on their own, and the trunk opened without being prompted. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. the failure mileage was 180,000.…”

2014-05-20 · Engine · 192,000 mi · 💥 crash

“tl* the contact owns a 2002 pontiac aztek. the contact stated while driving 10 mph, the vehicle stalled without any warning and crashed into a tree. the contact mentioned that the air bags failed to deploy. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired.…”

2014-04-11 · Electrical System:ignition

“the car key can be removed after the car has been started. the vehicle can be driven without a key in the ignition. *js…”

2013-09-23 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 140,000 mi

“2002 pontiac aztek was parked and was idling. smelled strong odor of fuel. upon examination, fuel was leaking profusely around the filler tube. tried to have it sealed by a certified mechanic. it could not be repaired. tank will leak out any fuel quantity over 3 us gallon. it does not leak when kept under this quantity of fuel. …”

2013-09-02 · Service Brakes · 251,612 mi

“in a hard stop in stop-and-go rush hour freeway traffic, a corroded steel hydraulic brake line failed. this was the line from the abs module to the right front brake. as such it immediately caused a substantial loss of braking ability - i was in the far left lane and i was able to abruptly move to the left shoulder. had i been in one of the center…”

2013-04-25 · Engine · 127,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2002 pontiac aztek. the contact stated that the engine overheating light illuminated while she drove at 50 mph. the vehicle was towed to the mechanic who located the failure at the head gasket and the intake manifold. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure and current mileag…”