10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #2

Jul 062000

(reported on)

Sephia

  • miles
When driving and upon proceeding to stop applying the brake pedal, consumer heard a noise coming from the front end. Also, vibration in the front end after coming to a complete stop, the vehicle lugged forward. Also, frontal safety belts do not retract, causing the belt to be very loose. Consumer has contacted the dealer.

- Whittier, CA, USA

problem #1

Apr 012000

Sephia

  • miles
Consumer was traveling 35mph and didn't come to a complete stop. She applied brakes, and the seatbelt broke loose from the retractor. Consumer hurt her leg.

- Joliet, IL, USA