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NHTSA Campaign ID:  03V454000
Component:  Fuel System, Gasoline: Storage
Manufacturer:  General Motors
Year:
2004
Make:
Pontiac Truck
Model:
Aztek
Recall Date:
11/10/2003
Potential Number of Units Affected: 79
Manufactured:
Defect Summary:
On certain passenger vehicles, a weld between the fuel tank inlet check valve and the fuel tank can fail.
Consequence Summary:
If these parts separate, the driver may notice an odor of fuel, the service engine soon or check engine light may illuminate, and/or fuel may leak onto the ground. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Corrective Summary:
Dealers will inspect the serial number of the fuel tank to see if it is on the list of affected tanks. If the serial number matches, the fuel tank will be replaced. Owner notification began November 11, 2003. Owners should contact Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.

NHTSA Campaign ID:  05V157000
Component:  Electrical System: Ignition
Manufacturer:  General Motors
Year:
2004
Make:
Pontiac Truck
Model:
Aztek
Recall Date:
04/19/2005
Potential Number of Units Affected: 34,186
Manufactured:
Defect Summary:
On certain sport utility vehicles, contamination on ignition relay contacts can cause high resistance. This can affect signals to the Powertrain Control Module and, could cause intermittent vehicle stalls at any time.
Consequence Summary:
The vehicle cannot be restarted immediately. If this were to occur, it could result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Summary:
Dealers will replace the ignition relay. The recall is expected to begin on May 4, 2005. Owners should contact Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.

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