Within one week of my purchase of this vehicle as a lease return, my fuel pump gasket went. The dealer immediately took care of this problem for no charge.
About four months in, at around 50k miles, the parking break stopped functioning. The dealer took care of that under warranty, sans deductible.
About the same time, as everybody else on this board has had problems with, my car started shaking violently going down hills under hard breaking. I read these reviews, bought aftermarket rotors and pads for about $300, replaced them myself, and have never had a problem since.
Recently, at 80k, my catalytic converter became clogged - from my previous automotive experience (6 American cars, one Volvo), this seems pretty standard.
My airbag light came on around 60k, dealer turned it off at no charge to me, saying that one of the connecting pins had bent.
I replace the serpentine belt at 70k; couldn't have been easier. I recommend that everyone who owns one replaces it themselves and saves $100. It took me less than 5 minutes, and only required one tool - a large socket drive.
I'm quite fond of this vehicle. Though the quality isn't on par with something out of Japan, it is consistent with most American vehicles, and is quite likable.
I have a strong desire for leather seats, even though the cloth is very supportive.
I've had the same problem. have to replace about every 15000 miles or less, front rotors and brakes. I'm running bfg 33". tell me about your fix.
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