2002 Pontiac Aztek Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 2%of 121 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 68,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the steering of the 2002 Pontiac Aztek, 2% of the 121 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 68,000 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.
“The problem was with the drivers side rear knuckle on the 2002 aztec. The consumer heard clunking coming from rear when hitting bumps. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who advised the consumer that there was a bushing failure. This caused a forward/backward movement of the driver's side rear tire 1 1/2-3 inches. After further discussion, the dealer would not cooperate in the purchase of the part/labor. The problem is progressive. The vehicle is regularly maintained and service records are available.”
NHTSA complaint #10120281, filed 2005-06, 48,000 miles“The contact stated while trying to start the vehicle the ignition would not turn. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was discovered the steering wheel column was broken. The vehicle has been repaired. Updated 04/06/06.”
NHTSA complaint #10150728, filed 2006-02, 88,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10113436Feb 20, 2017This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician the steps needed to diagnose and repair the vehicles that may have unwanted or phantom phone…
Steering: other model years
Other parts of the 2002 Pontiac Aztek
27 complaintsEngine cooling
21 complaintsSuspension
20 complaintsElectrical system
18 complaintsBrakes
16 complaintsBody and structure
11 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
10 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
9 complaintsEquipment
8 complaintsExterior lighting
5 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsEngine
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 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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