Is the 2001 Pontiac Aztek reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Pontiac Aztek?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Pontiac Aztek have?

6 recalls on file for this model year.

2001 Pontiac Aztek

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2001 Pontiac Aztek
BUILT 2026-10-10

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 216
Recalls: 6
Investigations: 2
Top problem: Electrical system

Complaints per year

2001: 216 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2001	216
2002	121
2003	128
2004	67
2005	34

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

23% · 49 reports

Most commonly citing wiring and 12v/24v/48v battery.

CRASHFIREINJURY

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The car was park! The keys in, I pulled keys out n the car rolled backwards I hop in the car n turn the wheel and I flew out and the car ran me over tire on my back the car didn't stop I pushing the brakes nothing!

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-03-20

Also filed under Service brakes

Bout 3 weeks ago car just keep acting up had it for one year cant read codes on car keep overheating replaced radiator cvl axle brakes oil change transmission fluid car just decided to not pass 50MPH be driveable one day driving it went to a stop...

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-05-23

Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system

Fuel system, gasoline

14% · 30 reports

Most commonly citing storage and tank assembly.

Service brakes

14% · 30 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

CRASHFIREINJURY

Equipment

13% · 28 reports

Most commonly citing air conditioner and tank valve/gauge.

Engine and engine cooling

13% · 28 reports

Most commonly citing engine and manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.

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Safety timeline

6 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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2001-01-29Air bags01V026000 Vehicle description: passenger, sport utility vehicles and minivans. The passenger air bag inflator modules were built without the correct amount of generant, which produces the gas that fills the…

Remedy: Dealers will replace the passenger air bag module. Telephone calls were made to owners on January 29, 2001. Follow up owner mailing began on April 17, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an…

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2002-04-10Seats01V383000 Vehicle description: certain mini vans built with second row 50/50 split bench seats or captain's chairs, fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS No. 225, "Child restraint anchorage systems."

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the latch anchor wires and repair those with an improper diameter. Owner notification began April 10, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an…

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2002-12-16Air bags02V329000 On certain passenger, sport utility vehicles and mini vans, some of these vehicles have a passenger air bag that was manufactured without a check valve pin. An air bag without the check valve pin…

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the passenger air bag. Owner notification began December 16, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service…

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2003-08-20Equipment03V250000 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…

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…

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2006-12-14Recall queryClosed 2007-04-18 Fuel tank leakage
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2007-04-18Engineering analysisClosed 2007-09-13 Fuel tank leakage
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2007-04-27Fuel system, other07E021000 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…

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.

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2007-12-04Fuel system, gasoline07V349000 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).

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…

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Buy-smart checklist

2001 Pontiac Aztek — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Electrical system: 49 reports on file for this year.
Fuel system, gasoline: 30 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 30 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 01V026000 · Air bags
Recall 01V383000 · Seats
Recall 02V329000 · Air bags
Recall 03V250000 · Equipment
Recall 07E021000 · Fuel system, other
Recall 07V349000 · Fuel system, gasoline

FAQ

Is the 2001 Pontiac Aztek reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Pontiac Aztek?: The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 Pontiac Aztek have?: 6 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.