MYRModel Year Report

2005 Pontiac Aztek

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2005 Pontiac Aztek
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:55:07.165Z

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
34
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2005

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Electrical system

26% of complaints

Complaints per year

2001: 216 complaints 2001 2002: 121 complaints 2002 2003: 128 complaints 2003 2004: 67 complaints 2004 2005: 34 complaints 2005 34
2001: 216 complaints 2001 2002: 121 complaints 2002 2003: 128 complaints 2003 2004: 67 complaints 2004 2005: 34 complaints 2005 34
2001: 216 complaints 2001 2002: 121 complaints 2002 2003: 128 complaints 2003 2004: 67 complaints 2004 2005: 34 complaints 2005 34

2005: 34 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
2001216
2002121
2003128
200467
200534

Known problem areas

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

Electrical system

26% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing ignition and instrument cluster/panel.

Engine

12% · 4 reports
Show complaint excerpts

The vehicle will cut completely off while coming to a stop. While in motion and applying the brakes to come to any kind of stop, it turns completely off. It happens on a daily basis since I purchased it in 2015.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-05-03

Also filed under Vehicle speed control

Fuel system, gasoline

12% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing fuel pump.

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Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Pontiac Aztek. The contact stated that there was a strong fuel odor coming in the interior and the exterior of the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-03-27

Fuel level indicator erratic with half tank or less. When this occurs and the vehicle is moving downhill, it stalls. Dealer replaced fuel sender and/or pump assembly. Same thing happened 9 days later.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-05-20

Power train

12% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing axle assembly.

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Transmission shifts very hard between 1ST and 2ND.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-05-01

Vehicle speed control

9% · 3 reports

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2005 Pontiac Aztek — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 9 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 4 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 07E021000 · Fuel system, other
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2005 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 2005 Pontiac Aztek?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 Pontiac Aztek have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.