2001 Pontiac Aztek Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 4%of 216 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 38,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 2001 Pontiac Aztek, 4% of the 216 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 38,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Air conditioning replaced 4 times at my own expense once when it was under warranty. Shortly after it broke again due to defect in manufacturing as stated by the dealership. Hole is created due to bracket and coolant leaks out. The purchase and install of a new one has cost me $1200 each time it happens and for the past 4 years I've just driven without air conditioning due to the cost factor and knowing it's going to happen again in the next 2 months. Everytime it was replaced it was for the same problem a hole in the condenser. …”
NHTSA complaint #10221030, filed 2008-03, 10,000 miles“Soon after purchase there was a clicking noise that began in the rear of the vehicle when applying brakes. The clicking noise then turned into a popping noise that could be felt when applying the brakes. There is wind noise on the left front door post, noise in the front end of vehicle, the right headlight is inoperable, the horn is inoperable, and the wipers do not turn off at times.”
NHTSA complaint #10001473, filed 2003-01, 500 miles“Both rear tail light lens covers are discolored and are cracking on the top portion of the lens (egg shell type) it looks like spider web type. The cracking is spreading from top to bottom.”
NHTSA complaint #10017117, filed 2003-05, 38,000 miles“Dt: the contact owns a 2001 Pontiac aztec. Five months ago the exterior and interior lights malfunctioned while driving. The contact replaced two oxygen sensors; one in may 2005, and one in august 2005. The contact was still experiencing the same problem. The contact went back to auto zone today and their computer showed her that she needed another oxygen sensor. The car was no longer under warranty. The contact has not spoken to the manufacturer. The contact stated she had gone to several mechanics, and they did not know what the problem was. The only thing showing up was a bad oxygen sensor.”
NHTSA complaint #10140209, filed 2005-10, 50,000 miles“Bought the car new, since then: had to replace electrical memory twice because the change oil light wouldn't reset and then the service engine light came on; the condenser leaked and the air conditioner wouldn't work; now, my gas gage goes up to full, then the low fuel light comes on, then it returns to full and vice versa. I have no idea how much gas is in the car! Taking it in for repair on that issue tomorrow. The whole braking system is shaky - whenever I try to brake, if there is any kind of a bump in the road, the brakes don't grab properly and it takes way too long to stop. …”
NHTSA complaint #10043858, filed 2003-10Related service bulletins
- 10249011Jan 12, 2024This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
- 10232136Feb 15, 2023This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10200151Jun 21, 2021This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10169354Nov 12, 2019This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10155009Dec 13, 2018This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10116890Feb 12, 2016This informational bulletin provides an out line on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage and what should be considered warranty replacement and not
- 10116874Feb 8, 2016This informational bulletin provides information on exterior lamp condinsation and replacement guidelines
- 10135219Apr 22, 2014This informational bulletin explains condensation in exterior lights and replacment guidelines for warranty replacement.
Exterior lighting: other model years
Other parts of the 2001 Pontiac Aztek
40 complaintsFuel system
39 complaintsBrakes
31 complaintsEngine cooling
28 complaintsAir bags
27 complaintsEquipment
27 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
22 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
13 complaintsOther or unknown
12 complaintsTires
10 complaintsVehicle speed control
10 complaintsSuspension
9 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 Pontiac Aztek
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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