10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
50,500 miles

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problem #4

Jun 062006

850 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 83,000 miles
: the contact stated the driver side seat belt will not come out of the retractor. The vehicle was taken to the dealership, where it was determined the seat belt assembly needs to be replaced.

- San Antonio, TX, USA

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problem #3

Jun 062006

850 5-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 119,000 miles
: the contact stated the driver side seat belt will not come out of the retractor. The vehicle was taken to the dealership, where it was determined the seat belt assembly needs to be replaced.

- San Antonio, TX, USA

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problem #2

Aug 072002

(reported on)

850

  • miles
While driving and without warning involved in a side collision. Driver's side seat belt did not restrain driver, driver sustained major body injuries. Dealer has been notified.

- Las Angelas, CA, USA

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problem #1

Apr 121999

850

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Css tech. Reports rear lap and shoulder belts have a switchable retractor plate. However, plate does not switch and lock in place when applied. Dealer not aware of the problem. Problem still exists.

- Milford, CT, USA

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