Pontiac Aztek headlights problems

Filed Feb 9, 2011 · Electrical, Fuel system · VA

2001 pontiac aztec. Consumer states that he has some electrical safety issues with his vehicle. He has replaced the headlamp switch assembly, instrument control assembly, hva temperature control assembly, fuel pump module assembly and turn signal switch assembly. *kb the lights that illuminated the assemblies burned out and the consumer was unable to see the instrument panel at night. Due to the sending unit malfunctioning, the fuel gauge would not register the amount of fuel remaining in the tank. Because the sending unit was a part of the fuel pump assembly, the entire unit required replacement. Also, while driving at night with the headlights on, when the consumer activated the turn signal, the high beam lights would come on. Upon turning the signal off, the high beams would also turn off.

Filed Feb 26, 2010 · Electrical · OK

A few years ago, the radio lights stopped working & a cd was stuck in the player. Several times, the headlights have gone out. We replace them but they go out again. A few months ago, none of the inside power ports worked. I replaced the fuse. I plugged in an mp3 player charger. After doing this, when leaving the car, the lights would not go out unless you pulled the fuse. When you would shut the doors, without the key being in it, the door locks would lock by themselves. As a consequence of power still running to the lights that would not go out, it drained the battery and the brake lights stopped working. After a week of having to pull the fuse to get the lights to go out, the fuse to the power ports blew again and then the lights started working correctly. Now the blinker lights are not working. I took this car to a mechanic only for him to tell me he thought the light switch needed to be replaced. I did not pay to do this after looking at hundreds of online complaints about electrical problems in the pontiac aztek and individuals spending a lot of money for repairs, only to find that it does not fix the electrical problems we are experiencing. This is a safety hazard when electrical problems are causing brake lights, headlights, and blinkers to fail. As huge of a problem that this is, pontiac should be responsible for repairing this with a recall.

Filed Jun 18, 2009 · Lights · 80,000 miles · AZ

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 pontiac aztec. While driving approximately 45 MPH at night, the headlights failed without warning. The driver experienced extremely limited visibility. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road and the contact made several attempts before the headlights illuminated again. The failure occurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for inspection and the contact was informed that the body control module failed. The vehicle has not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The VIN was unable to be entered into the system. The failure and current mileages were 80,000.

Filed Nov 10, 2008 · Lights · MI

The passenger side, low beam, headlight has stopped working. The bulb, fuses, and wiring connections have been examined and all appear to be fine. Approximately a month later the stereo electronically locked itself as if it had been placed in another car without a matching VIN. I have been pulled over by the police for a headlight out. Upon entering a search online I see many instances where other owners have reported electrical problems with these vehicles. Some include flashing headlights, failure of door locks, stereos and security lights turning on/off. I see from the various posts that some owners have replaced the bcm as well as wiring harness' that have moisture. There doesn't appear to be a solid fix as I see some posts are recurring. Thankfully I have only received warnings from police about my failed light, however, I don't expect it to remain that way. While a loss of a stereo or electric locks are a convenience loss, the loss of and/or intermittents headlights are a true safety hazard.

Filed Jul 29, 2008 · Body, Electrical · 78,000 miles · MI

It began with my rear hatch not working on my 2002 pontiac aztek. Then the ignition began sticking and culminated with the alarm going off (while driving) and all electrical systems shutting down with increasing frequency. When this occurs, all gauges are shut down, the doors are disabled, headlights (all lights) are disabled. I've looked online and talked to the dealership. It will cost between $400-$500 to repair (gm is aware of the problem). The dealer says that it is not a safety issue, but it seems like non-functioning lights, gauges and doors/windows would certainly be a safety issue. I do like to car, but this is a major problem -- one which I can ill afford to fix right now. We are just struggling to keep a roof over our heads!

Filed Jun 12, 2007 · Electrical · 69,000 miles · AL

It all started with my lights not turning off at night. I would have to disconnect my battery to get the lights to go off. Then the chimes would not go off. Disconnect battery again. Was told to replace key fob battery. A couple of weeks later, door locks, gauges, all dash lights, horn, headlights, went crazy driving down the highway with my 7 year old son with me. I have taken this vehicle to 7 or 8 places including the pontiac dealership and noone knows what to do. Noone!!! My horn would blow intermittently sitting at a redlight one day, with two cars in front of me. The car immediately in front of me thought I was blowing at them because the light had changed and started to go, even though the car in front of them was still stopped. This is a seriously dangerous problem with the electrical system of this vehicle. The closest I got to a diagnosis of the problem was that it was a problem with the security system somehow. I just dont know what else to do.ad

Filed Jan 22, 2007 · Brakes, Electrical · GA

I'm having problems with my brakes and head lights and also my battery. I think it's a electricity problem. Every since I had this truck I have had to change my brakes about 10 times and my head lights about five times and battery twice. There's a grawl and roar sound coming from the brakes. The brakes went out on me one time cause me to run out in front of cars. This could have kill me an d my child. I ask for another car instead of this.

Filed Jul 26, 2006 · Electrical · 71,100 miles · IL

Problem started after dealer repair & replacement of A/C compressor and condenser, lower intake gasket leak, & fuel pump replacement. The day after these repairs battery was found to be completely dead. After battery recharge, approx. A week or two later on switching from bright to dims all lights and accessories went off including headlights & dash lights within a few seconds all came back on and instrument cluster id lights as if ignition was turned off and back on again although engine remained running. Since then we have been to dealer 3 times for this repair since june 6, 2006 and have to return for yet a fourth time as it is still an ongoing problem. Dealer has replaced an ignition switch, multifunction switch and main module. Since this happens at random they say they are having problems tracking the problem.

Filed Apr 4, 2006 · Lights · 67,000 miles · IL

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 45 MPH the driver side headlight flew off without prior incident. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop where the headlight was replaced.

Filed Nov 22, 2005 · Brakes, Engine · KY

Bought 2001 aztec because I had always liked the design. Had car for four months and brakes were squealing. Took back to dealership and was told they needed cleaning. Didn't help. Took back and then they wanted to replace the pads,which they said weren't original gm pads(even though they were inspected before I bought it) and I would have to pay because that wasn't covered by warranty. Took it 2 service center outside of dealership and brake pads were fine just emitted a lot of brake dust they both said. Head lights somewhat flicker when driving. Dual climate control passenger side light on temp went out. On taillights the finish is coming off(a common problem for these vehicles being cheap grade plastic). The driver side window button sometimes doesn't work and the entire unit fell through and had to get inside of door to push it back through to get window up because it was raining(another problem a lot of people have).it seems these vehicles have defective gas gauges. Mine went out after marathon gas had bad gas and the company had to replace everyone's sensors. I don't think it was the gas. The gas gauge always moves up and down still and when idling goes down. The ses light comes on and the car temp goes out. Had it diagnosed and the comp said temp control modulator plug was dirty. Had plug cleaned and remedied problem. 2 weeks later the same happened again and 5 min after the ses light came on the check engine soon light came on. Now both lights are on and this vehicle never has nothing going right.