10.0

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

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problem #4

Jan 292002

(reported on)

626

  • miles
When brakes are depressed there is extended stopping distance.

- Bothell, WA, USA

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problem #3

Nov 011997

626

  • miles
Driving on smooth pavement ABS light comes on. Was taken to dealer 4 times, dealer cannot find problem. Changed airbag's main controller/replaced right side airbag.

- Mc Minnville, OR, USA

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problem #2

Jun 201996

626

  • miles
Driving vehicle, when applying brakes vehicle would fishtail for no reason; would also make groaning noise; happens at various speeds. A lot of vibrations would occur in the steering column at same time; took to dealer & mechanic could not find problem; went through autocap in order for a rep. To check vehicle.

- Washington, DC, USA

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problem #1

Mar 121997

626

  • miles
While applying normal pressure on (ABS) brakes, brake pedal would drop completely to floor, finally would engage enough to stop; happens intermittenly; took to dealer, he could not find or fix problem.

- Baltimore, MD, USA

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