2002 PONTIAC AZTEK

3 recalls, 173 complaints - 445 TSBs

07V349000 Aug 8, 2007
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, VARIATIONS IN THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS OR EXPOSURE TO HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURES MAY LEAD TO FRACTURE OF THE FUEL TANK INLET CHECK VALVE (ICV).
Consequence
A FRACTURE MAY ALLOW FUEL VAPORS TO PASS THROUGH AND ALLOW DROPLETS OF FUEL TO ACCUMULATE ON THE SIDE OF THE FUEL TANK. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK. THE RECALL WILL BE MAILED IN TWO PHASES WITH THE FIRST PHASE BEGINNING ON DECEMBER 4, 2007. THE SECOND PHASE WILL BE MAILED ON DECEMBER 13, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438; OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668. THE VEHIC... Read more
20,594 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
07E021000 Mar 12, 2007
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
Defect Description
CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.
Consequence
FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Remedy
DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.
742 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: DELPHI
03V250000 Jul 15, 2003
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Defect Description
CERTAIN MINIVANS, PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEM." THE OWNER'S MANUAL DOES NOT EXPLAIN THE MEANING OF THE LOCATION SYMBOLS FOR THE CHILD RESTRAINT LOWER UNIVERSAL ANCHORAGE... Read more
Consequence
THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.
Remedy
OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH A SUPPLEMENT FOR THEIR OWNER'S MANUAL. THIS SUPPLEMENT DESCRIBES AND SHOWS THE LOCATION SYMBOLS FOR THE CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORS THAT ARE LOCATED IN THE VEHICLE AND ON THE CHILD RESTRAINT OR BOOSTER CUSHION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 18, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CON... Read more
1,707,825 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Complaint Statistics

173 total complaints 3 crashes 1 fires 2 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM15
SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING14
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY8
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER8
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM7
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING7
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC7
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE5
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK4
POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS4
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 8, 2017
Incident date: Apr 7, 2017
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 ... Read more
ENGINE Apr 8, 2017
Incident date: Apr 7, 2017
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 ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Apr 8, 2017
Incident date: Apr 7, 2017
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 ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Sep 9, 2016
Incident date: Jul 1, 2016
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 N... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Jun 2, 2016
Incident date: Jan 1, 2016
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
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Mar 9, 2016
Incident date: Feb 16, 2016
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... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Oct 6, 2015
Incident date: Sep 29, 2015
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.
ENGINE May 20, 2014
Incident date: Mar 31, 2014
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 A... Read more
Crash
AIR BAGS May 20, 2014
Incident date: Mar 31, 2014
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 A... Read more
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION Apr 11, 2014
Incident date: Apr 30, 2010
THE CAR KEY CAN BE REMOVED AFTER THE CAR HAS BEEN STARTED. THE VEHICLE CAN BE DRIVEN WITHOUT A KEY IN THE IGNITION. *JS
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Sep 23, 2013
Incident date: Sep 6, 2012
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 KEP... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Sep 2, 2013
Incident date: Jul 25, 2013
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 ... Read more
ENGINE Apr 25, 2013
Incident date: Mar 31, 2013
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 AW... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jan 14, 2013
Incident date: Dec 3, 2012
TL -THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 PONTIAC AZTEK. THE CONTACT STATED SHE RECEIVED A MANUFACTURER'S RECALL IN 2008. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AFTER SMELLING THE VAPORS OF GASOLINE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED UNDER THE RECALL DUE TO THE VEHICLE HAVING MORE MILEAGE THAN WHAT WAS STIPULATED IN TH... Read more
SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER Jul 24, 2012
Incident date: Jul 13, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 PONTIAC AZTEC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, HE NOTICED THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE DEALER STATED THAT THEY DID NOT FIND ANY FAILURE ON THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAIL... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Jul 24, 2012
Incident date: Jul 13, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 PONTIAC AZTEC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, HE NOTICED THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE DEALER STATED THAT THEY DID NOT FIND ANY FAILURE ON THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAIL... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR Jul 24, 2012
Incident date: Jul 13, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 PONTIAC AZTEC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, HE NOTICED THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE DEALER STATED THAT THEY DID NOT FIND ANY FAILURE ON THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAIL... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT Jul 24, 2012
Incident date: Jul 13, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 PONTIAC AZTEC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, HE NOTICED THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE DEALER STATED THAT THEY DID NOT FIND ANY FAILURE ON THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAIL... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS Jul 24, 2012
Incident date: Jul 13, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 PONTIAC AZTEC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, HE NOTICED THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE DEALER STATED THAT THEY DID NOT FIND ANY FAILURE ON THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAIL... Read more
WHEELS Jul 23, 2012
Incident date: Jul 23, 2012
I AM GOING ON MY FIFTH WHEEL BEARING REPLACEMENT ON MY 2002 PONTIAC AZTEK. THERE IS A KNOWN PROBLEM WITH THESE AND GENERAL MOTORS SEEMS TO IGNORE THE ISSUE. HOW MANY TIMES DO I HAVE TO REPLACE THESE SO MY CAR IS SAFE TO DRIVE. I WOULD LIKE SOME COMPENSATION FOR ALL THE TIME AND EXPENSE I HAVE HAD WI... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 1, 2012
Incident date: Jan 1, 2010
WILL BE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND HORN STARTS GOING OFF, ALL THE ELECTRICALS FLASH OFF AND ON. WINDOWS, DOOR LOCKS, AND REAR HATCH BECOMES NON OPERATIONAL. ONLY WAY TO STOP IS TO PULL OVER IMMEDIATLY AND SHUT CAR DOWN BUT NOT ALWAYS EFFECTIVE. ALARM WILL GO OFF ALL ON IT'S OWN SPORADICALLY. *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Mar 1, 2012
Incident date: Jan 1, 2010
WILL BE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND HORN STARTS GOING OFF, ALL THE ELECTRICALS FLASH OFF AND ON. WINDOWS, DOOR LOCKS, AND REAR HATCH BECOMES NON OPERATIONAL. ONLY WAY TO STOP IS TO PULL OVER IMMEDIATLY AND SHUT CAR DOWN BUT NOT ALWAYS EFFECTIVE. ALARM WILL GO OFF ALL ON IT'S OWN SPORADICALLY. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Dec 23, 2010
Incident date: Sep 5, 2010
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2002 PONTIAC AZTEK. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE SERVICE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AS WELL AS THE TRACTION LIGHT. THE VEHICLE BECAME DIFFICULT TO STOP WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE ODOMETER ALSO MALFUNCTIONED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAG... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM Dec 10, 2010
Incident date: Dec 4, 2010
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 PONTIAC AZTEC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE HEAD GASKET OVERHEATED ON THE VEHICLE. HE NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD OVERHEAT BY THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE RISING ON THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES Jul 19, 2010
Incident date: Jul 19, 2010
VEHICLE DASH GOES CRAZY SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT AND CHANGE OIL LIGHT WILL NOT GO OFF. MANY DIAGNOSTIC TESTS NO POPPED CODE NOR BAD FUSES. NOW SECURITY WARNING AND ANTI THEFT TURNS ON MY VEHICLE GOES ON LOCK DOWN NO AC, WINDOWS AND DOORS LOCK DOWN I CAN NOT GET OUT. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWO TIMES. ALSO NE... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jul 19, 2010
Incident date: Jul 19, 2010
VEHICLE DASH GOES CRAZY SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT AND CHANGE OIL LIGHT WILL NOT GO OFF. MANY DIAGNOSTIC TESTS NO POPPED CODE NOR BAD FUSES. NOW SECURITY WARNING AND ANTI THEFT TURNS ON MY VEHICLE GOES ON LOCK DOWN NO AC, WINDOWS AND DOORS LOCK DOWN I CAN NOT GET OUT. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWO TIMES. ALSO NE... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER Jul 19, 2010
Incident date: Jul 19, 2010
VEHICLE DASH GOES CRAZY SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT AND CHANGE OIL LIGHT WILL NOT GO OFF. MANY DIAGNOSTIC TESTS NO POPPED CODE NOR BAD FUSES. NOW SECURITY WARNING AND ANTI THEFT TURNS ON MY VEHICLE GOES ON LOCK DOWN NO AC, WINDOWS AND DOORS LOCK DOWN I CAN NOT GET OUT. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWO TIMES. ALSO NE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jul 19, 2010
Incident date: Jul 19, 2010
VEHICLE DASH GOES CRAZY SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT AND CHANGE OIL LIGHT WILL NOT GO OFF. MANY DIAGNOSTIC TESTS NO POPPED CODE NOR BAD FUSES. NOW SECURITY WARNING AND ANTI THEFT TURNS ON MY VEHICLE GOES ON LOCK DOWN NO AC, WINDOWS AND DOORS LOCK DOWN I CAN NOT GET OUT. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWO TIMES. ALSO NE... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) Jul 19, 2010
Incident date: Jul 19, 2010
VEHICLE DASH GOES CRAZY SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT AND CHANGE OIL LIGHT WILL NOT GO OFF. MANY DIAGNOSTIC TESTS NO POPPED CODE NOR BAD FUSES. NOW SECURITY WARNING AND ANTI THEFT TURNS ON MY VEHICLE GOES ON LOCK DOWN NO AC, WINDOWS AND DOORS LOCK DOWN I CAN NOT GET OUT. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWO TIMES. ALSO NE... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE May 10, 2010
Incident date: Apr 10, 2005
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 PONTIAC AZTEC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN UNUSUALLY STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE EMITTING IN THE FRONT EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE OR LOCATE THE ORIGIN OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Sep 17, 2009
Incident date: Sep 12, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 PONTIAC AZTEK. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS EXAMINING HIS VEHICLE, HE NOTICED THAT THERE WAS FUEL IN THE GARAGE. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED BY THE DEALER AND THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT HE ALSO SMELLED FUEL WHEN HE DROVE THE VEHICLE. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 60,... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Jan 15, 2009
Incident date: Feb 7, 2008
DROVE TO WORK NO PROBLEMS, WENT TO START UP TO GO HOME 8 HOURS LATER AND GOT NOTHING . TOWED HOME AND REPLACE THE STARTER AND RECHARGE BATTERY(DEAD AFTER TRYING TO START IT) STARTED WITH A VERY LOUD KNOCK SOUND FROM WHAT I THINK IS THE TOP END , TOOK IT TO DEALER WHERE BOUGHT IT 28 EARLIER FROM AND ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Jan 9, 2009
Incident date: Apr 1, 2007
THE CLEAR ENAMEL HAS BEEN COMING OFF MY 2002 AZTEK VERY BADLY...IT HAS BEEN FOR THE PAST YEAR. IS THIS NORMAL...THE ENGINE BONNET IS TERRIBLE AND ALL ABOVE THE DOORS AND HATCHBACK. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Nov 24, 2008
Incident date: Nov 21, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 PONTIAC AZTEK. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR TIRE SERVICE. THE TECHNICIAN OBSERVED A SMALL AMOUNT OF FUEL SPILLING FROM THE FUEL TANK. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED AND A HOLE WAS FOUND IN THE FUEL TANK. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Nov 10, 2008
Incident date: Jun 1, 2008
THE PASSENGER SIDE, LOW BEAM, HEADLIGHT HAS STOPPED WORKING. THE BULB, FUSES, AND WIRING CONNECTIONS HAVE BEEN EXAMINED AND ALL APPEAR TO BE FINE. APPROXIMATELY A MONTH LATER THE STEREO ELECTRONICALLY LOCKED ITSELF AS IF IT HAD BEEN PLACED IN ANOTHER CAR WITHOUT A MATCHING VIN. I HAVE BEEN PULLED O... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC Oct 16, 2008
Incident date: Apr 15, 2008
I HAVE A 2002 PONTIAC AZTEK AND ALL FOUR OF THE WHEEL BEARINGS WENT BAD WITH ONLY 45,000 MILES ON THE CAR. THE ANTI LOCK BRAKES COME ON WHEN YOU TOUCH THE BRAKES AND WE'VE ALMOST BEEN IN QUITE A FEW WRECKS. I'VE RESEARCHED SOME REVIEWS AND THERE ARE ALOT OF PEOPLE THAT ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS... Read more
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER Sep 16, 2008
Incident date: Jul 1, 2008
I HAVE A 2002 PONTIAC AZTEK AND THERE'S A TICKING NOISE IN THE MOTOR AND THE OIL IS GOOD AND ALL THE OTHER FLUIDS ARE GOOD. MY A/C STOP WORKING AND THE BACK HATCH DOESN'T UNLOCK SOMETIMES AND TO FIX THE PROBLEM I HAVE TO DISCONNECT THE BATTERY FOR ABOUT 15MINS OR LONGER FOR IT TO WORK , CAN YOU TEL... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Sep 16, 2008
Incident date: Jul 1, 2008
I HAVE A 2002 PONTIAC AZTEK AND THERE'S A TICKING NOISE IN THE MOTOR AND THE OIL IS GOOD AND ALL THE OTHER FLUIDS ARE GOOD. MY A/C STOP WORKING AND THE BACK HATCH DOESN'T UNLOCK SOMETIMES AND TO FIX THE PROBLEM I HAVE TO DISCONNECT THE BATTERY FOR ABOUT 15MINS OR LONGER FOR IT TO WORK , CAN YOU TEL... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE Sep 16, 2008
Incident date: Jul 1, 2008
I HAVE A 2002 PONTIAC AZTEK AND THERE'S A TICKING NOISE IN THE MOTOR AND THE OIL IS GOOD AND ALL THE OTHER FLUIDS ARE GOOD. MY A/C STOP WORKING AND THE BACK HATCH DOESN'T UNLOCK SOMETIMES AND TO FIX THE PROBLEM I HAVE TO DISCONNECT THE BATTERY FOR ABOUT 15MINS OR LONGER FOR IT TO WORK , CAN YOU TEL... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Sep 16, 2008
Incident date: Jul 1, 2008
I HAVE A 2002 PONTIAC AZTEK AND THERE'S A TICKING NOISE IN THE MOTOR AND THE OIL IS GOOD AND ALL THE OTHER FLUIDS ARE GOOD. MY A/C STOP WORKING AND THE BACK HATCH DOESN'T UNLOCK SOMETIMES AND TO FIX THE PROBLEM I HAVE TO DISCONNECT THE BATTERY FOR ABOUT 15MINS OR LONGER FOR IT TO WORK , CAN YOU TEL... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES Sep 14, 2008
Incident date: Jul 15, 2008
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT APPEARED. TOOK VEHICLE TO MECHANIC AND WAS TOLD THE CODE WAS IN REFERENCE TO THE FUEL TANK PRESSURE SENSOR. MECHANIC DE-ACTIVATED CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. AFTER 2 DAYS, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT APPEARED AGAIN. TOOK TO DEALER AND HAD CODE CHECKED. SAME ISSUE WITH FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR. D... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Sep 14, 2008
Incident date: Jul 15, 2008
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT APPEARED. TOOK VEHICLE TO MECHANIC AND WAS TOLD THE CODE WAS IN REFERENCE TO THE FUEL TANK PRESSURE SENSOR. MECHANIC DE-ACTIVATED CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. AFTER 2 DAYS, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT APPEARED AGAIN. TOOK TO DEALER AND HAD CODE CHECKED. SAME ISSUE WITH FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR. D... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY Sep 14, 2008
Incident date: Jul 15, 2008
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT APPEARED. TOOK VEHICLE TO MECHANIC AND WAS TOLD THE CODE WAS IN REFERENCE TO THE FUEL TANK PRESSURE SENSOR. MECHANIC DE-ACTIVATED CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. AFTER 2 DAYS, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT APPEARED AGAIN. TOOK TO DEALER AND HAD CODE CHECKED. SAME ISSUE WITH FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR. D... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING Sep 14, 2008
Incident date: Oct 1, 2007
RATTLING AND GRINDING SOUND WHEN DRIVING VEHICLE OCCURRED OVER 1-MONTH PERIOD. TOOK VEHICLE TO MECHANIC AND WAS TOLD FRONT RIGHT WHEEL BEARINGS NEEDED REPLACEMENT. COST OF REPLACEMENT WAS $600. *TR SIX MONTHS LATER, SAME PROBLEM OCCURRED AND THE FRONT LEFT WHEEL BEARINGS WERE REPLACED. COST OF... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Sep 14, 2008
Incident date: Feb 10, 2008
FAILURE OF INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET AS INDICATED BY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND SHAKING OF VEHICLE WHEN DRIVING. TOOK TO DEALER AND WAS DETERMINED TO NEED REPLACEMENT OF LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET. REPLACEMENT COST WAS $1200. *TR
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Aug 11, 2008
Incident date: Aug 11, 2008
TIRE INFLATION INFORMATION THAT IS FOUND ON THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR HAS WORN AWAY THE STICKER IS INTACK BUT THE INFORMATION IS GONE. THIS INFORMATION IS ONLY FOUND IN THIS LOCATION TO REPLACE THIS STICKER WOULD COST $22.45 AND THE OTHER TIRE INFORMATION STICKER ISN'T AVAILABLE. THIS INFORMATION SHOULD... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS Aug 7, 2008
Incident date: Jun 27, 2008
MY TAILGATE BEGAN NOT OPENING AND THEN ALL OF MY ELECTRIC PANEL LIGHTS WENT OUT, WINDOWS LOCKED UP, RADIO LOCKED, SECURITY LIGHT ON. I AM TOLD THAT THE WIRE HARNESS IN THE DASH WENT BAD AND THERE WAS A COST OF OVER $400 TO REPAIR THE WIRING. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 7, 2008
Incident date: Jun 27, 2008
MY TAILGATE BEGAN NOT OPENING AND THEN ALL OF MY ELECTRIC PANEL LIGHTS WENT OUT, WINDOWS LOCKED UP, RADIO LOCKED, SECURITY LIGHT ON. I AM TOLD THAT THE WIRE HARNESS IN THE DASH WENT BAD AND THERE WAS A COST OF OVER $400 TO REPAIR THE WIRING. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jul 29, 2008
Incident date: Jul 24, 2008
IT BEGAN WITH MY REAR HATCH NOT WORKING ON MY 2002 PONTIAC AZTEK. THEN THE IGNITION BEGAN STICKING AND CULMINATED WITH THE ALARM GOING OFF (WHILE DRIVING) AND ALL ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS SHUTTING DOWN WITH INCREASING FREQUENCY. WHEN THIS OCCURS, ALL GAUGES ARE SHUT DOWN, THE DOORS ARE DISABLED, HEADLIG... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE Jul 29, 2008
Incident date: Jul 24, 2008
IT BEGAN WITH MY REAR HATCH NOT WORKING ON MY 2002 PONTIAC AZTEK. THEN THE IGNITION BEGAN STICKING AND CULMINATED WITH THE ALARM GOING OFF (WHILE DRIVING) AND ALL ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS SHUTTING DOWN WITH INCREASING FREQUENCY. WHEN THIS OCCURS, ALL GAUGES ARE SHUT DOWN, THE DOORS ARE DISABLED, HEADLIG... Read more

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Technical Service Bulletins, 2002 PONTIAC AZTEK

445 manufacturer communications from 314 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT59
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL37
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM36
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING29
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY24
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL24
060000 ENGINE (PWS)19
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)16
10-08-45-001H Mar 28, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish.
16-NA-383 Mar 13, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels shou
22-NA-074 Feb 22, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
PI1394B Jan 12, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
PI1394B Jan 12, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
02-08-42-001J Jan 12, 2024
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
PIP5601B Jan 12, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately diagnose and repair. Technician will need to use Pico Oscilloscope Di
17-NA-170 Oct 6, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
PIT5099G Sep 26, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have hi
10-00-89-006J Sep 26, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
18-NA-073 Aug 24, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.
PIP5628G Aug 10, 2023
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
PIP5358C Jul 18, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the
17-NA-170 Apr 27, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
19-NA-219 Apr 24, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
PIP5628F Apr 24, 2023
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
19-NA-219 Mar 23, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
22-NA-009 Mar 17, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
17-NA-073 Feb 21, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
01-08-42-001O Feb 15, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
PIP5628E Feb 10, 2023
353720 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ACCESSORY GENERATOR:OUTLETS/RECEPTACLE
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
23-NA-001 Jan 6, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on OnStar Module 2G Sunset Information.
23-NA-001 Jan 6, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on OnStar Module 2G Sunset Information.
PIP5540J Dec 15, 2022
138220 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related component
22-NA-074 Nov 9, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
10-00-89-006I Oct 7, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
PIC5453D Sep 30, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors and General Motors of Canada Company do not support cross border sales. The General Motors of Canada Customer Care Centre is the sole auth
22-NA-009 Sep 14, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
PIP5640A Sep 1, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to not remove the torque converter bolts and start the engine as this may cause damage to the torque converter of the crankshaft on vehicles equipped with an
22-NA-009 Jun 15, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
PIT5099F Jun 13, 2022
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have hi
PIP5358B May 31, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the
22-NA-074 Mar 31, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
22-NA-009 Mar 22, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
PIP4723F Jan 14, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and
PIP4723F Jan 14, 2022
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and
22NA009 Jan 11, 2022
061520 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:FILTER/SCREEN
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
PIP5628E Dec 14, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
PIT3099U Aug 11, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits. Technicians should refer to Service Information for information regarding most accessories. Technician
010842001N Jun 21, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
010842001N Jun 21, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
010842001N Jun 21, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
100089006H May 17, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
PIP5358A May 12, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the
PIP5358A May 12, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the
PIP5640A Apr 12, 2021
200000 WHEELS
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to not remove the torque converter bolts and start the engine as this may cause damage to the torque converter of the crankshaft on vehicles equipped with an
18NA099 Mar 30, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
PIP5163E Mar 30, 2021
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blo
PIP5540G Mar 22, 2021
061560 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PRESSURE/TEMPERATURE SENSOR
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related component
PIP5725A Mar 19, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary information communicates the use of Winter grade fuel during the warm months of 2020 and the potential rivability issues that it can cause. The ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has caused significant reductions in
010601011L Dec 16, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This informational bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
010601011L Dec 16, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This informational bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
PIP5628C Oct 8, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
18NA099 Aug 5, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
PIP5226D Jul 27, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. Technician will gain access to the roller rockers to inspect them. Only replace the roller rocker that is
PIP5226D Jul 27, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. Technician will gain access to the roller rockers to inspect them. Only replace the roller rocker that is
PIT5099E Jul 27, 2020
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have hi
PIC5453D Jul 22, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors and General Motors of Canada Company do not support cross border sales. The General Motors of Canada Customer Care Centre is the sole auth
PIC5453D Jul 22, 2020
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors and General Motors of Canada Company do not support cross border sales. The General Motors of Canada Customer Care Centre is the sole auth
PIC5453C Jun 5, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors and General Motors of Canada Company do not support cross border sales. The General Motors of Canada Customer Care Centre is the sole auth
PIP5628B May 21, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
16NA383 May 8, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels shou
16NA383 May 8, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels shou
16NA383 May 8, 2020
073000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels shou
PIP5725 May 8, 2020
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This Preliminary information communicates the use of Winter grade fuel during the warm months of 2020 and the potential rivability issues that it can cause. The ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has caused significant reductions in
PIT3099T Feb 4, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits. Technicians should refer to Service Information for information regarding most accessories. Technician
PIP4723D Jan 31, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and
PIP5540F Jan 14, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related component
16NA383 Jan 2, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels
16NA383 Jan 2, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels
16NA383 Jan 2, 2020
073000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels
19NA273 Dec 2, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Procedures to Unlock Delco Radio with Theftlock.
19NA273 Dec 2, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Procedures to Unlock Delco Radio with Theftlock.
100089009D Nov 26, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This informational bulletin provides information on key code security rules and information on GM keycode look-up applications.
100089009D Nov 26, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This informational bulletin provides information on key code security rules and information on GM keycode look-up applications.
PIC4696E Nov 22, 2019
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
PIC4696E Nov 22, 2019
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
010842001M Nov 12, 2019
120000 LIGHTING (PWS)
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
010842001M Nov 12, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
010842001M Nov 12, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
100089006G Oct 16, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
PIP5540E Oct 14, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related component
PIP5601A Oct 10, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately diagnose and repair. Technician will need to use Pico Oscilloscope Di
100089009C Oct 9, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This informational bulletin provides information on key code security and information on GM key code look up applications.
17NA073 Sep 18, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
PIC4696D Sep 5, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
PIT3099S Sep 5, 2019
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits. Technicians should refer to Service Information for information regarding most accessories. Technician
PIT3099R Jul 10, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits. Technicians should refer to Service Information for information regarding most accessories. Technician
100845001G Jun 26, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish.
100845001G Jun 26, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish.
16NA383 May 21, 2019
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves, and explains how toptier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build up.
PIP5640 May 7, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to not remove the torque converter bolts and start the engine as this may cause damage to the torque converter of the crankshaft on vehicles equipped with an
PIP5226C May 6, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. Technician will gain access to the roller rockers to inspect them. Only replace the roller rocker that is
PIP5226C May 6, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. Technician will gain access to the roller rockers to inspect them. Only replace the roller rocker that is
110089005N Mar 26, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This warranty administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment Labor Operations and Customer Enthusiasm.
100845001F Mar 15, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new replacement fasteners with "conductive finish".
100845001F Mar 15, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new replacement fasteners with "conductive finish".
100845001F Mar 15, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new replacement fasteners with "conductive finish".
PIP5540D Feb 19, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related component
PIP5628 Feb 18, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D

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PONTIAC AZTEK - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the PONTIAC AZTEK across all model years (2001, 2005).

18 Total Recalls
829 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
43 Reported Crashes
18 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

PONTIAC AZTEK - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
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2004 4 96 View
2003 4 188 View
2002 (current) 3 173
2001 6 329 View

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