10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #3

Jul 092001

960

  • miles
Consumer was traveling about 40mph on higway in rush hour traffic and engine check light came on dashboard panel. She pulled over to the shoulders. Vehicle started overheating. Dealership was aware of problem.

- Castro Valley, CA, USA

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problem #2

Apr 272000

960

  • miles
Volvo car is not reliable anymore. No safety defect listed within summary.

- Walnut, CA, USA

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problem #1

Apr 272000

960

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Thermostat was sticking, causing vehicle to overheat, when consumer got vehicle back, he had to take it back because the coolant cap and reservoir were not holding pressure. Radiator neck was broken. Ignition coils had hair line fractures. Inside door handle was loose and needed replaced. Brake pads and rotors were replaced. Battery failed.

- Walnut, CA, USA

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