I have had the ignition cylinder replaced three times. The key still feels "grabby" in the cylinder and I will tell the dealership about it during the next visit. It's still under warranty, but I'm concerned this is going to be an ongoing issue and expense. It took them 3 hours during the last repair because the mechanic has to reassemble the entire steering column before he knows if the new cylinder will work.. and it did not. He had to take everything apart and start over. I imagine this will be a fortune in labor once the warranty lapses.
The vehicle is roomy and comfortable for our family. I'm a fan of manual transmission, and this seems to be something rare in a vehicle this size. I enjoy all the features.
I have an 04 Vue with a 2.2 5spd FWD popular in Canada only. My wife loves this vehicle. Bought it with 40k in 06 and now has a 75k with NO REPAIRS WHATSOEVER! This vehicle has been flawless and I expect will continue to be based on its history so far.
We researched this vehicle before we bought it. It had no dealer service history other than the pre inspection. I will say it's a little noisy as far as clunks and groans, but performs like a charm.
I cannot ask for better fuel economy. We average 8.0 litres per 100k on highway trips and have lots of room for everything we carry, far more than ANY competitor.
That being said, this vehicle does NOT have all wheel drive, which is as poor as the VTI transmission abandoned by Saturn. We did our homework and are very satisfied with our purchase. Thanks to everyone for their comments on what not to buy after buying it!
P.S. This is not written by a dealer, but someone who's wife wanted a Vue based in looks and nothing else. I am not a GM fan, but cannot say anything bad about the vehicle I own.
Bottom line... DO YOUR RESEARCH!!!
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