10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #3

Dec 232002

(reported on)

Sephia

  • miles
Consumer states when had a accident the rear seat shoulder straps did not lock causing injuries.

- San Bernardino, CA, USA

problem #2

Oct 282002

Sephia

  • miles
Consumer states that the rear seat belt did not lock when drive slammed on brakes, causing injuries.

- San Bernadino, CA, USA

problem #1

Dec 132001

Sephia

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Consumer complained that rear seat belts were not functioning properly, and another set was installed in the back. Currently, they seem to be too small for an average adult. When puttng them on they automatically lock into the seat. Dealer replaced rear seat belt assembly. Right front window is blurry. Dealer replaced deformed front door glass. Rear defroster inoperative. Dealer found rear defrost grid broken. Left side mirror vibrates. Side mirror assembly replaced.

- Stockton, CA, USA