This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
So how do you find out what problems are occurring? For this NHTSA complaint data, the only way is to read through the comments below. Any duplicates or errors? It's not us.
Oil leak is due to a gasket; transmission went out(could not use reverse until car was on 20 minutes or more), paint has been peeling for about 6 months now, numerous sets of brakes replaced
Brakes squeak, especially first thing in the morning and afternoon/evening. After a few minutes the noise goes away but is very loud. Dealership mechanic stated, that moisture gets in through the hub caps openings, which makes brakes squeak.
This car is junk, the head gaskets, air conditioning, brakes, electrical, everything is bad. If you call the corporate headquarters, they act like its a rare incident. From what I've read, this is not true. Please help squeeze this lemon!
- Bloomfield, AK, USA
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Brake problem; when applying the brakes under normal conditions the vehicle does not come to a complete stop until the brake pedal is equal to the floor. This happens on regular road condtions, no inclement weather. Dealer is aware of the condition, attempted to fix 6 times. Consumer still experiencing brake problems.
Head gasket failure at 48750 miles, problem repaired. Brakes are noisy and cause extended stopping distance. The air circulation switch malfunctions, causing the windows to fog up. The brakes and air circulation problems have not been able to be fixed.
Driving at approximately 35 mph or less brakes failed, causing loss of control. Consumer had to gear down. Had to turn into a street to avoid accident.this is an intermittent problem. Dealer is aware of problem.
Customer said that she had a brake problem/ she took it to the dealership and they said that they couldn't fix the problem. Dealer also indicated that she should pick another car from the lot. She would like her money back and the dealership declined her request.
Onsumer had an accident due to extended stopping distance, brakes faded, consumer was driving on dry pavement and traveling 25 mph, the vehicle skided to a stop. Consumer noticed the problem on 4 occasions.
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- Corvallis, OR, USA