1.9

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
85,400 miles

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problem #2

Jun 102005

318 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 74,000 miles
Sudden and complete failure of iginition switch. After routine drive from work to the gym, I turned the ignition switch to the off position, and the engine did not stop. I was able to remove the key but the engine kept running. There was no way to tun off the engine using the key. Drove car to the dealership.

- Mclean, VA, USA

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problem #1

Jul 302003

318

  • Manual transmission
  • 96,800 miles
Consumer called complaining about having problems with the ignition switch. Also stated that when this happened she could not turn the vehicle off. Dealer was contacted and stated that is a manufacturer defect and to call this Agency and report it.

- Battle Ground, WA, USA

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