10.0
really awful- Crashes / Fires:
- 0 / 0
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 1 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 33,774 miles
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Hazard and signal lights malfunctions engine noise (constant squeaking or ticking) air conditioning malfunctions.
- Union Springs, AL, USA
Both engine mounts broke while driving 5 mph. Dealer notified, and made the repairs. Manufacturer was notified. Feel free to provide any further information.
- Las Vegas, NV, USA
There is a rattling noise in engine due the pistons being too small. Also, it is causing gas to run out quicker. Dealer has fixed problem. Consumer beleives this problem is a manufacturer's defect, consumer states this motor was used in the cehvrolet lumina also, same factory pitons were put back in engine when overhauled.
- Waterbury, CT, USA
After the vehicle was taken for an oil change engine began to make a loud knocking and ticking noise until vehicle warmed up. Manufacturer has recognized the problem, and said that it was currently under investigation, but it was normal. Defect was in the pistons.
- Lorain, OH, USA
Replaced rotors and pads10/26/2000 and02/09/2001.replaced fuel tank sending unit 03/02/2001 replacing pistons in engine 03/05/2001
- Bristol, PA, USA
Vehicle experiencing excessive carbon build up on the piston rings, causing engine knocking and erratic operation. Dealer notified, and repairs were made, but problem reoccurred.
- West Saint Paul, MN, USA
GM placed smaller pistons in the motor causing the vehicle to make a tapping noise on cold starts. Nlm
- Marcellus, MI, USA
Vehicle would stall out without any prior warning while driving. This problem has happened at least 3 times. Took to dealer & mechanic could not locate problem of stalling. Had replaced the fuel modulator & the fuel pump 3 times. But, stalling problem still exists.
- Perth Amboy, NJ, USA
Vechicle made a rattling noise. Took it to the dealer & found the pistons had to be replaced. Dealer said that the noise was common.
- Decatur, GA, USA
Turning signals and flashers have been fixed. They want me to bring the car in on Monday so they can replace the pistons. I think they should give me another car.
- Magnolia, TX, USA
- Coosada, AL, USA