Transmission went out on my 2001 pontiac aztek. When my wife drove over railroad tracks a load sound came from underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was driving erratically. She pushed the onstar button and they told her there was a problem with the transmission. We took it to a local repair shop and they had to rebuild the whole transmission and even service some parts for the all wheel drive transfer case. The vehicle only has 80,000 miles, this is not normal!
2001 Pontiac Aztek: complete transmission failure
6 of the 216 complaints about the 2001 Pontiac Aztek describe complete transmission failure.
- owner complaints
- 6
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- typical mileage
- 65,500
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 26 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Complete transmission failure by model year
- 20041
- 20032
- 20021
- 20016
What owners say
2001 aztek with 85,000 kms the transmission blew up. Accelerated at highway on ramp, loud bang then no gears. No park, no reverse. Transmission totally rebuilt by reputable mechanic, cost $3000 told by mechanic that gm using poor quality parts, not built to last and therefore transmission fails and not built to last.
My transmission gave in after three and a half years of owning this vehicle (purchased april 2001). I became stuck in traffic as a result. However, since the very beginning, the transmission has not been running smoothly at all. My car has been taken in for various types of repairs time and time again (our dealer, lasorsa in the bronx, has all the information on the repairs they've done). It was only a matter of time before the transmission gave in completely, and now that my warranty is up, I have to pay $2500 for a new transmission. I have noticed several other similar complaints for this make, model, and year, and something must be done. This car should be recalled. Our safety is at stake.
Transmission failed at 56000 miles no indication of any problems , just started making noise all of a sdden. Took it to dealer got $3900.00 estimate for transmission intake manifold & driveshaft.
Transmission failed suddenly and without prior warning in traffic.
Mu automatic transmission failed at 43,000 miles. Catastrophic failure- first shook, made grinding noises, then failed to engage and drive.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Power train
- Power train
- Informational on 4T65-E MN7, M15 and M76 front wheel drive automatic transmission valve body...
- 4T65E transmission 1-2 shift shudder at light to moderate acceleration
- Cannot shift vehicle out of park with dead or low battery
- Repeat failures of all-wheel drive transfer case and/or transmission - unable to attain correct transfer...
- Incorrect transmission shifts poor engine performance harsh 1-2 upshifts slips 1ST and reverse torque...
- Moan groan from rear drive module during parking lot or turning maneuvers
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 2001 Pontiac Aztek transmission failure
Is complete transmission failure a common problem on the 2001 Pontiac Aztek?
6 of 216 owner complaints about the 2001 Pontiac Aztek (3%) mention complete transmission failure. The model year with the most reports is 2001.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2001 Pontiac Aztek?
There are 0 recalls and 26 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2001 Pontiac Aztek
Fuel gauge 16Fuel leak 15ABS 11Check engine light 9Airbag light 7Brake failure 7Headlights 7Grinding brakes 6No deployment 5Overheating 5Wipers 5
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