7.1

pretty bad
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
8,333 miles

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problem #3

Dec 152015

Lumina

  • 25,000 miles
Driving at 70mph there was a there was a large increase in noise and vibration for a minute followed by a loud bang. Inspection revealed that an explosive tire failure had occurred. Several places on the sidewall were torn and the tread had bulges on it. The defective tire was replaced. 2 months later the same brand and model tire on the other side of the car started to rumble - fortunately at only 45 mph in town. Inspection revealed that there was a bulge on the tread so the tire was replaced. Since 2 primewell tires on the same axle failed within 2 months of each other, I believe this is manufacturers defect - not just a simple coincidence.

- Daytona Beach, FL, USA

problem #2

Apr 272001

Lumina

  • miles
Car was purchased on 4/23/01, up until todays date 5/21, I have had these problems occur: 4/25 upon braking car would shake, it was determined the rotors were warped. 4/28, driving out of town front tire blew out, had to replace both front tires within two daysof each other along with noise and vibration from braking. While driving on interstate loud roar and vibration noise coming from rear tires, car pulling all over highway at speed of 60mph. 5/11 complained to dealership, they perform alignment. Cleaning ashtray, upon replacing back piece broke. Noise coming from ac, when I accelerate, it became louder, turn off ac, noise went away. Called Chevrolet dealership, fan motor needed to be replaced. Roar coming from tires, he stated tires needed to be replaced, not to sure, tread wear still in good shape. Windshield washer does not work on passenger side. While sitting at traffic light or stop position, car seems as if it wants to shut off. This past weekend 5/19, I smell gas fumes. Also, after having brake inspection performed, it was determined that brake pads were needed, Honda said they were not, but til this day, when braking I hearing scrubbing or rubbing noise when braking, and turning either right or left. Please note, I was not able to record all this information in the "failed component parts" section..

- Tampa, FL, USA

problem #1

Nov 231999

(reported on)

Lumina

  • miles
The vehicle does not seem safe, the tires have a loud roar, and the car is hard to keep in the road. Someone from another dealership told us it seemed like the wheel bearings. Coles knows there is a problem with the tires but says there is nothing they can do. It has been checked several times. I feel that this car needs to be fixed.lt is starting to shake and shimmy on speeds of 40 and higher.( dot number: )

- Princeton, WV, USA