Pontiac Aztek FWD

20012005 · 5 configurations

Lowest
19
Average
20
Best
20

The Pontiac Aztek FWD has been tested by the EPA across 5 different configurations spanning model years 2001 through 2005. Over this period, the Aztek FWD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 19 MPG to 20 MPG, with an overall average of 20 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2005
19
2004
20
2003
20
2002
20
2001
20

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Aztek FWD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Pontiac Aztek FWD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Pontiac Pontiac Aztek grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
105
Total Deaths
75

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
17.1%
Fire Occurrence
4.8%
Speeding Involved
20.0%
DUI Involved
18.1%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

79%
Front
15%
Side
6%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2022
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2021
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
1.20
2020
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.83
2019
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2018
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.60
2017
Fatal Crashes12
Fatalities
11
Deaths/Crash
0.92
2016
Fatal Crashes22
Fatalities
14
Deaths/Crash
0.64
2015
Fatal Crashes13
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.62
2014
Fatal Crashes25
Fatalities
21
Deaths/Crash
0.84

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2004
2
2003
1
2001
6
Critical
Moderate
Advisory