NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2002 Pontiac Aztek FWD; the most frequently affected component is fuel system, gasoline — storage. Owners filed 130 complaints, most often about electrical system. Among the 5 model years of this model in the database, 2002 ranks #4 for number of recalls.
Fuel system, gasoline — StorageCampaign 07V349000 · 08 Aug 2007
Problem: 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).
Risk: 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 vehicle population includes buick rendezvous and pontiac aztek vehicle built in may 2003; chevrolet venture and pontiac montana vehicles built from june through august 2002; and all vehicles registered in nevada, arizona, virgin islands, puerto rico, and hawaii.
Fuel system, other — Pressure relief devicesCampaign 07E021000 · 12 Mar 2007
Problem: 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.
Risk: 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.
Problem: 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 system.
Risk: 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 contact buick at 1-866-608-8080, cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, pontiac at 1-800-620-7668, or oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537.
What owners complain about
Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.
Electrical system11 · 28%
Fuel system10 · 25%
Service brakes8 · 20%
Gasoline8 · 20%
Hydraulic5 · 12%
Engine and engine cooling5 · 12%
Fuel/propulsion system4 · 10%
Structure4 · 10%
When complaints were filed
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From owner complaints
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 diagnostic testing or…
We own a 2002 pontiac aztek. On sunday, december 16, our car would not start and could not be jumped by aaa. We had it towed to the aaa-approved service station we use for all repairs. After replacing the starter, they told us that there was also a leak with the fuel inlet seal. It being the week before christmas, we…
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 who informed the…
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 vin was excluded from…
Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.