4.7

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
23,000 miles

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problem #1

Nov 152003

Mountaineer 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 23,000 miles
: the contact stated the tailgate failed to close. The vehicle was taken to the dealership where they replaced the tailgate. The welds had popped loose which allowed the hinges to move out of position. Updated 04/12/06.

- San Antonio, TX, USA

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