I bought a 2002 Freelander SE two weeks ago. It only had 35,000 miles on it. At $6000 without any history of problems, I considered that a steal.
Well, it was until the engine light came on after two weeks, and the engine temp gauge flat lined on hot. Just 10 miles back and forth to work, but apparently that's too tough for this unit to handle. Odd thing here, I immediately noticed the temp gauge on hot, but the engine itself feels cool. After reading this site, I contacted the local dealer, who informed me after a test that I would need a $7000 new engine (including labor.) Somehow this is not covered under the extended warranty.
I've contacted my lawyer. Game on.
I also bought a 2002 Freelander for $17K which had 19K miles on it.
I just want to share the issues I had to deal with as well so other Freelander owners can expect what we all go through.
1. When I got the car the interior components were vibrating every time I used the stereo…took it back to the dear, but could not really fix it….good sound but not with interior vibrating.
2. A/C is a joke… so loud, but not enough cooling power.
3. Both side view mirrors had to be replaced because of oxidization of the plastic components
4. All my window regulators went out one by one…before 45K warranty expired.
5. Brake pads were changed by the dealer prior to my purchase however, the pads only lasts for about 20K so I had to change them around 44K again. Who make a car that the brake pads only last for 20K?
6. Transmission went out right around 55K but luckily I had extended my warranty
7. Battery had to be changed right around 57K
8. Stereo and one of the Harman Kardon speaker broke at 65K, so I now need to get a new one.
9. I changed all engine mounts at around 70K since engine was shifting when I put the gear in reverse.
10. Not at 74K, the cam shaft is rattling and I need to get that replaced next week.
11. I have not had the engine failure, but looks like many of them is having that issue…
I bought a 02 Freelander a couple of months ago. I am now having the coolant leakage problem. I have no idea where it is going, since I checked the floor and every hose. I still have to refill the expansion tank every 3 days or so. I am even worried about taking it to the dealer since all I have read are bad things.
If I keep pouring the coolant effectively, will there still be a problem with the motor?
Also, I need the car for at least 7 more months, any advice on what should I do will be greatly appreciated.
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