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2004 Pontiac Aztek recalls and problems

3 recalls and 67 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2004 Pontiac Aztek.

3
recalls
67
owner complaints
5
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2004 Pontiac Aztek recalls

Fuel system, gasoline: storage

NHTSA campaign 07V349000 · reported August 8, 2007 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 20,594 vehicles potentially affected

The 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).
The 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.
The 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

NHTSA campaign 05V157000 · reported April 20, 2005 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 34,186 vehicles potentially affected

The 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.
The risk
The vehicle cannot be restarted immediately. If this were to occur, it could result in a vehicle crash.
The 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

NHTSA campaign 03V454000 · reported November 10, 2003 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 79 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
On certain passenger vehicles, a weld between the fuel tank inlet check valve and the fuel tank can fail.
The 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.
The 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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Apr 29, 2020 · Engine

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 COVERED UNDER RECALL…

Apr 1, 2020 · Unknown or other · 117,000 miles

FUEL TANK IS LEAKING; THERE IS A HISTORY OF A RECALL THAT HAS NEVER BEEN REPAIRED ON THIS VEHICLE. IT IS A SAFETY ISSUE.

Mar 27, 2020 · Seats · 171,000 miles · crash reported

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 SEAT BELT FAILED TO…

Jan 17, 2019 · Service brakes · 95,000 miles

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 FRACTURED. THERE WERE NO…

Jul 1, 2018 · Electrical system · 10 miles

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 SAID I'M GREAT MY…

Aztek model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2001 5216146
2002 212121
2003 312856
2004 36750
2005 03420

Across all years, the 2001 Aztek has the most complaints (216). All Pontiac Aztek years →

Questions

Does the 2004 Pontiac Aztek have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2004 Pontiac Aztek, the most recent reported on August 8, 2007 (Fuel system, gasoline: storage). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Pontiac Aztek?
Owners have filed 67 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (15 complaints), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (9).
How many 2004 Pontiac Aztek complaints mention a crash or fire?
5 of 67 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 6 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received April 29, 2020.