Problems by Model
Known problems, recalls and years to avoid for popular cars, based on NHTSA complaint data.
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Chevy Silverado 8-Speed Transmission Shudder: Causes and Fix Cost
Many 2015–2019 GM trucks and cars with the 8L90 or 8L45 8-speed automatic shudder at 25–80 mph. A fluid exchange ($250–$500) fixes…
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Ford Escape 1.5L EcoBoost Coolant Leak Problem: Years, Symptoms and Cost
The 1.5L EcoBoost in 2017–2019 Ford Escape and Fusion can leak coolant into the cylinders. See symptoms, Ford programs, and engine replacement…
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Chevy Equinox 2.4L Oil Consumption Problem: Years, Fix and Cost
The 2.4L engine in 2010–2013 Chevy Equinox and GMC Terrain is known for burning oil due to piston ring problems. See symptoms,…
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Nissan CVT Problems: Years to Avoid and Repair Costs
Nissan CVT problems affect many Altima, Sentra, Rogue and Versa models from about 2007–2019. See years to avoid, symptoms, replacement costs ($3,500–$5,500)…
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Hyundai and Kia Theta II Engine Problems: Models, Recalls and Lifetime Warranty
Theta II engines in 2011–2019 Hyundai Sonata, Santa Fe Sport, Tucson and Kia Optima, Sorento and Sportage can fail from rod bearing…
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Honda CR-V Oil Dilution Problem (1.5L Turbo): Years, Symptoms and Fix
The 2017–2018 Honda CR-V and 2016–2018 Civic 1.5L turbo can suffer oil dilution with gas in the oil. See symptoms, the software…
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Ford Focus and Fiesta PowerShift Transmission Problems
The 2011–2016 Ford Fiesta and 2012–2016 Focus PowerShift automatic is known for shudder, slipping and clutch failures. See symptoms, repair costs and…