2001-2005 Pontiac Aztek: Reliability
Updated: 11/23/08
Reviews & Ratings
Pricing
Explore
Specifications & Safety
Related to Pontiac Aztek
Related Reviews
View Another Vehicle
Our reliability study for this generation Pontiac Aztek includes details on average repair costs, manufacturer recalls, and everything you need to know to gauge the long-term reliability of this generation Pontiac Aztek .
Trouble Spots
Consumer Guide's® Auto Editors have scoured repair bulletins and questioned mechanics to search
for commonly occurring problems for a particular vehicle. In some cases we also give possible manufacturer-suggested
solutions. In many instances these trouble spots are Technical Service Bulletins posted by the manufacturer,
however, we have our own expert looking at additional vehicle problems.
Electrical problem:
There was a recall (nonsafety related) to repair the global positioning system for the On-Star system. (2001)
Fuel gauge:
Water leaking onto the electrical connector below the driver's seat causes corrosion resulting in starting failures, stalling and/or malfunctioning fuel gauge. (2001-02)
Poor transmission shift:
If beverages spill into the console, the shift-indicator slide gets damaged making it difficult or impossible to shift out of park. There is an improved replacement part to fix this. (2001-02)
Water leak:
The air conditioner evaporator case may not drain properly causing water to leak into the passenger-side foot well. (2001)
Wipers:
The wiper blades strike one another near the bottom of the windshield. The right (passenger) side blade should be replaced with a shorter one. (2001)
Consumer Guide® Estimated Repair Costs
This table lists costs of likely repairs for comparison with other vehicles. The
dollar amount includes the cost of the part(s) and labor (based on $50 per hour) for the
typical repair without extras or add-ons. Like the pricing information, replacement
costs can vary widely depending on region. Expect charges at a new-car dealership
to be slightly higher.
| Item Name | Repair Cost |
| A/C Compressor | $530 |
| Alternator | $585 |
| Automatic Transmission or Transaxle | $1,705 |
| Brakes | $415 |
| Constant Velocity Joints | $610 |
| Exhaust System | $335 |
| Radiator | $355 |
| Shocks and/or Struts | $810 |
| Timing Chain or Belt | $210 |
Advertisement
Car Buying Resources
Search
Local Listings
Vehicle
History Report
FREE CARFAX Record Check
Looking at a used car, check for costly hidden problems before
you buy.
