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.
The contact owns a 1999 Buick Century. The contact was driving approximately 50 mph when the check engine and track off warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was later towed to a local mechanic where the contact was advised that the ABS sensor and other wires were bound by electrical tape and the fuel and brake lines were corroded. In addition, there were missing plugs which prevented water from entering the vehicle on both the driver and passenger sides. Both the brake line and the transmission were leaking fluids. There was a hole in the front sub frame and the fuel filler neck was corroded. The contact also stated that part of the exhaust hanger was missing and the remaining parts were corroded. The mechanic advised the contact that the vehicle would be far too costly to perform any repairs. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle was purchased used March 17, 2010. The failure mileage was 56,500 and the current mileage was 56,528.
Contact stated that when turning a corner he hears a clanking noise. The dealer told him it was a cracked front stabilizer bar. An independent mechanic informed him of some corrosion on the underside of the vehicle. The manufacturer informed the contact the part was not covered under warranty, and they offered no free remedy. The vehicle has not been repaired at this time. Updated 12/7/2005.
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- Matamoras, PA, USA