10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
3,100 miles

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problem #5

Jan 102004

Sephia

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
My car is in the shop for the third major repair in less than 2 years. First, in Jan. Of '04 there was a leak in the block. That required the entire engine to be replaced ($3,800). Then, 2 months ago, the entire electrical system had to be replaced ($1,567) and now it is in the shop to have the compressor and belts replaced($975). The dealership also does not offer a loaner car and I cannot afford to rent.

- Ripley, TN, USA

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problem #4

Dec 042003

Sephia

  • miles
While driving 55 mph, the vehicle stalled. The driver was able to restart the vehicle and drive to the dealer for analysis. The mechanic could not duplicate the problem.

- Alliance, OH, USA

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problem #3

Jan 172003

Sephia

  • miles
The vehicle stalled, and then caught on fire.

- Gulfport, MS, USA

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problem #2

Mar 052003

Sephia

  • 15,500 miles
The vehicle stalled without warning, the dealer was unable to duplicate the problem.

- Springfield Gardens, NY, USA

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problem #1

Jun 132001

Sephia

  • miles
When pressing on gas motor rose above frame. Driver noticed when hood was raised and gas pressed. Driver felt cause was defected motor mounts. Consumer took vehicle to dealer because the transaxle jumped out of place and caused vehicle to crash.

- San Antonio, TX, USA

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