2001 Pontiac Aztek Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 13about this part
- Share
- 6%of 216 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 10,872miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 13 complaints about the visibility of the 2001 Pontiac Aztek, 6% of the 216 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 10,872 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.
“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“8081 miles: srs light on intermittently. (reflash PCM and bcm) battery goes dead intermittently. (replaced battery and cleaned terminals) the brakes squeal and erratic fuel gauge. (no problem found at that time). 8125 miles: ses light on again. (cleaned corroded connectors for ABS and fuel pump) 8155 miles: ses on again. (replaced all femaile terminals and cleared codes. Dropped fuel tank to replace fuel modules, replaced all terminals at module. …”
NHTSA complaint #10061954, filed 2004-03, 8,000 miles“While driving at 50 MPH passenger side exterior view mirror detached and hit the passenger window. Consumer was concerned that if the window would be opened it would hit her daughter's face.”
NHTSA complaint #10071971, filed 2004-05, 53,000 miles“Purchased my 2001 Aztek in october 2000. Every year (winter) since 2001, I have had to take my vehicle into the dealership for repair because I lose my traction control which automatically takes out my ABS brakes. The dealership doesn't have a clue as to why this is happening. This is a safety issue, considering where I live. There are 5 incident dates, thus far.”
NHTSA complaint #10139047, filed 2005-10“Five years after owning our 2001, Pontiac aztec our inside fan control burnt up and needed replacement. 07/07/2009 I purchased another 2001, aztec at an auction and to find out the fan wasn't working. I brought my vehicle into the garage for repairs and maintanence and the mechanic said the wires were melted and it will cost close to $200.00 for just replacement parts. The first Pontiac had extended warranty which was a good thing. In closing I am curious to know if other complaints have been filed? Thank you”
NHTSA complaint #10276872, filed 2009-07Related service bulletins
- 10247780Sep 26, 2023This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General…
- 10230697Dec 15, 2022This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the…
- 10216361Jun 13, 2022This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General…
- 10178385Jul 27, 2020This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General…
- 10126237Dec 11, 2014This informational bulletin provide information for the technicians to repair the rear window defroster contact or tabs.
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): 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 complaintsOther or unknown
12 complaintsTires
10 complaintsVehicle speed control
10 complaintsExterior lighting
9 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 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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