Recall summary by component3
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 |
| Fuel system, other | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
Safety recalls3
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Aug 8, 200707V349000 | Fuel system, gasoline: storageA FRACTURE MAY ALLOW FUEL VAPORS TO PASS THROUGH AND ALLOW DROPLETS OF FUEL TO ACCUMULATE ON THE SIDE OF THE FUEL TANK. DetailsHide details for campaign 07V349000
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| Mar 12, 200707E021000 | Fuel system, other: storage tank assemblyFUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE. DetailsHide details for campaign 07E021000
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| Jul 15, 200303V250000 | Equipment: other owners/service/other manualTHIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD. DetailsHide details for campaign 03V250000
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Owner complaints by component130
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel system | 23 | 18 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 23 | 18 |
| Electrical system | 20 | 15 |
| Suspension | 20 | 15 |
| Gasoline | 19 | 15 |
| Service brakes | 16 | 12 |
| Hydraulic | 12 | 9 |
| Structure | 11 | 8 |
| Equipment | 11 | 8 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 10 | 8 |
| Power train | 9 | 7 |
| Exterior lighting | 8 | 6 |
| Other | 5 | 4 |
| Visibility | 5 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 3 |
12 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Electrical system
“As noted in previous statements this vehicle is difficulty at starting and cranking at various situation.”
- Fuel/propulsion system
“Tl* the contact owns a 2002 pontiac aztek. After refueling the vehicle, it was noticed that the vehicle was losing fuel faster than usual.”
- Fuel system
“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.”
Other Pontiac Aztek model years
- 20050 recalls34 complaints
- 20043 recalls67 complaints
- 20033 recalls128 complaints
- 20022 recalls121 complaints
- 20015 recalls216 complaints
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- 2002 Grand Am1 recall395 complaints
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- 2002 Bonneville2 recalls89 complaints
- 2002 Sunfire0 recalls82 complaints
- 2002 Firebird1 recall21 complaints
- 2002 Trans Am0 recalls32 complaints
- 2005 G65 recalls679 complaints
- 2003 Vibe8 recalls298 complaints
- 2006 Solstice4 recalls243 complaints
- 2007 G55 recalls188 complaints
- 2006 Torrent0 recalls240 complaints
2002 Pontiac Aztek recall questions
How many recalls does the 2002 Pontiac Aztek have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2002 Pontiac Aztek. The most recent, 07V349000 (reported August 8, 2007), concerns fuel system, gasoline. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2002 Pontiac Aztek?
Fuel system is the most-reported component, named in 23 complaints out of 130 filed with NHTSA (18%). Across all complaints, owners reported 2 crashs and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2002 Pontiac Aztek?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.