Contact stated noise was coming from the steering wheel, making it difficult to steer the vehicle. Consumer asked if there was a covering to put on the steering wheel, but there was not. The only solution was to replace the entire steering column assembly. Consumer did put an after market steering wheel cover, but did not help, it would absorb through the cover. This happened every time the wheel was gripped. The service dealer has not inspected the vehicle to determine the cause of the problem. The manufacturer has been contacted.

- Phoenix, AZ, USA

When starting up vehicle air bag light remains on until vehicle is turned off. Have been to dealer for repairs several times. Consumer also statred the turn signals and hazard lights were inoperative, dealer replaced the multi-function switch, also there was an unusual noise coming from the engine compartment, and there was also smoke coming from the upper steeing column.

- St Louis, MO, USA

Consumer's wife was driving, rearview miror sparked a fire and caused the wires under dash to burn. Took vehicle to dealer, and they ordered a wiring harness. Bolts were taken out of the steering section at the dealer. Also, while driving at 55, steering wheel just started spinning because of the bolts that were left out.

- Brownville, TN, USA