10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #3

Jul 272004

Metro 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving smoke and steam was coming in from the vents. Consumer pulled over, and noticed that fluid was leaking inside of the vehicle onto the floor. Consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the thermostat and radiator cap needed to be replaced.

- Bristol, VA, USA

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problem #2

Aug 162001

Metro

  • miles
Bolt broke in the engine, damaging crankshaft/ water pump, and timing chain. Also, vehicle would stall when driving. Contact Chevrolet, and Chevrolet told to take it to dealership.

- Champaign, IL, USA

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problem #1

Feb 011997

Metro

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Heater core switch malfunctioned, will not work on low. Also, coolant leaked into engine comparment, and odor could be smelled in passenger compartment. Consumer has contacted dealer.

- Mabscott, WV, USA

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