10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
2 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
6,609 miles

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problem #3

Nov 051997

Sephia

  • miles
Check engine light comes on; intermittent problem. Windshield wiper motor fails to work. Intermittent problem. Heater makes noises when turned on. Also, an intermittent problem. New tires wore uneven & wore out before 12,000 miles. Will be taking vehicle to dealer.

- Pottsville, TN, USA

problem #2

Nov 251997

Sephia

  • miles
Engine light continually illuminating.

- Valdosta, GA, USA

problem #1

Aug 201998

(reported on)

Sephia

  • miles
No summary

- Des Moines, WA, USA