2004 Pontiac Aztek Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Aztek years
- Fewer complaints than other years 4th of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 67 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Pontiac Aztek. That ranks 4th out of 5 Aztek model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (15 complaints, 22%), typically at around 42,901 miles. Complaints mention 5 crashes, 6 injuries. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 3 defect investigations involving it.
- 67owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 3NHTSA investigations
- 5complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2004 Pontiac Aztek problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 15 | 22% | 42,901 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 | 13% | 28,632 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 12% | 19,100 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 12% | 130,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 8 | 12% | 48,146 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 | 10% | 86,429 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 5 | 7% | 117,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 5 | 7% | 158,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 4 | 6% | 61,479 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 4% | 95,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 3 | 4% | 2,200 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 4% | 124,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 3 | 4% | 1,350 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 3% | 20,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 3% | 2,200 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 3% | 68,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 2 | 3% | 70,500 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1% | 27,350 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1% | 47,545 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1% | 171,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | 171,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 1% | 15,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2004 Pontiac Aztek recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage
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.
Fix: 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.
Electrical system:ignition
Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles, contamination on ignition relay contacts can cause high resistance. This can affect signals to the powertrain control module and, could cause intermittent vehicle stalls at any time.
Risk: The vehicle cannot be restarted immediately. If this were to occur, it could result in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the ignition relay free of charge. The recall began on may 4, 2005. Owners may contact pontiac at 1-800-620-7668 and buick at 1-866-608-8080.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, a weld between the fuel tank inlet check valve and the fuel tank can fail.
Risk: If these parts separate, the driver may notice an odor of fuel, the service engine soon or check engine light may illuminate, and/or fuel may leak onto the ground. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the serial number of the fuel tank to see if it is on the list of affected tanks. If the serial number matches, the fuel tank will be replaced. Owner notification began november 4, 2003. Owners should contact buick at 1-866-608-8080 or pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Fuel tank leakage (EA07006) — opened Apr 18, 2007, closed Sep 13, 2007, led to recall 07V349000.
- Fuel tank leakage (RQ06009) — opened Dec 14, 2006, closed Apr 18, 2007.
- Ignition relay failure (PE04075) — opened Nov 10, 2004, closed Apr 28, 2005.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
I have been smelling gas from my car for years but just never had the money to get it looked at. I even called about recalls concerning the fuel system that i found out about through research in 2015 but was told they had been closed so i would be charged for the repairs even if it was previously…
Fuel tank is leaking; there is a history of a recall that has never been repaired on this vehicle. It is a safety issue.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 pontiac aztec. The contact stated that while driving 20 mph crashed into a gmc envoy and flipped over landing on the roof. The contact stated that the air bags failed to deploy. There were no warning lights illuminated prior to the failure. A police report was filed. The…
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 pontiac aztek. While driving 35 mph, the contact attempted to stop the vehicle and the brake pedal traveled to the floorboard. The vehicle finally stopped before reaching an intersection. The contact noticed that brake fluid was leaking and the brake hoses were…
My car turn off on my children and i on the highway thank god we was able to coast on the side of the road. My mechanic said that my ignition control module went out outta no where not only that crankshaft sensor and fuel line exhausted system something wrong engine light still on. With that being…
Other Pontiac Aztek years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 Aztek | 34 | 0 |
| 2004 | 67 | 3 |
| 2003 Aztek | 128 | 3 |
| 2002 Aztek | 121 | 2 |
| 2001 Aztek | 216 | 5 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Pontiac Aztek?
Owners most often report electrical system, service brakes, hydraulic, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 15 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Pontiac Aztek?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2004 Pontiac Aztek a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Aztek model years, the 2004 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.