Consumer was starting vehicle in the morning and there was a loud boom with a toxic smell. There were no flames. Started it again, and it didn't do anything. There was a small MINIexplosion underneath hood. Dealer stated that uper intake had blown to pieces. Undetermined of the cause, but assuming a missed fire. Right rear gasket intake manifold failed and was replaced. Spark plugs were replaced. The fan belt were replaced.

- Ramsey, NJ, USA

Consumer had to replace O ring in intake manifold, and transfer box of 4- wheel drive.

- Lagrangeville, NY, USA

The upper and lower intake manifolds failed due to a vacuum leak at the intake manifold gasket. Nlm

- Laurel, MD, USA

Started vehicle in mornings, and it ran rough. Also, motor stalled. Contacted dealer. Dealer indicated that intake manifold gasket needed to be replaced. Was told by dealer that they were on national backorder.

- Sharon, MA, USA

Defective intake manifold is causing vehicle to stall after starting vehicle when it is cold. Parts are on national back order. Consumer has been waiting at least 31/2 months, and cannot get vehicle fixed.

- Sharon, MA, USA

Engine check light came on. Consumer took vehicle to a mechanic who told her that a hole was produced in the intake manifold.

- Detuniak, FL, USA

Intake manifold and the exhaust gas sensors had to be replaced prematuraly.

- Marboro, NJ, USA