2.5

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
58,736 miles

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problem #2

Jan 172006

Freestyle 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 16,908 miles
: the consumer stated the engine operated at a reduced speed when he attempted to accelerate. Although the problem was worse in cold temperatures, it would occur in any climate. There was no warning indicators prior to the incident. In some instances, the vehicle loudly back fired. The vehicle has been seen by a dealer. The dealer could not duplicate the problem, and suggested the consumer let the vehicle warm up prior to driving.

- Washougal, WA, USA

problem #1

Jun 272005

Freestyle 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The consumer states while decelerating the vehicle stalls. This happens more in warm weather and after the vehicle has been driven approximately 25 miles. If the headlights are on there is a warning after the vehicle has stalled. The vehicle has been to three different service dealers in three different states. The problem cannot be duplicated and dealers cannot repair the problem. The consumer and the service dealer do not know what specific component is the problem.

- Alexandria, KY, USA