Engine
3.6L 6-cyl
How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
When it fails
The timing of this vehicle's reported failures, from the complaint file itself. A cluster tells you what to expect and when; it is shaped by reporting behavior as well as by the vehicle.
Vehicle age when the failure occurred
Years between the model year and the owner's reported failure date. Based on 1,644 of 1,644 complaints with a usable failure date.
Odometer when the failure occurred
Owner-reported mileage at failure, in 20,000-mile bands. Based on 995 of 1,644 complaints reporting a plausible odometer (500 to 500,000 miles; unverified).
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Electrical system
840 complaint records97 fire reports5 crash reports
"TIPM FAILURES, IPM SYSTEMS FAILURE, PCM MULTIPLE FAILURES AND BACK ORDER ON STEERING WHEEL MODULE... DEALER CAN'T FIX IT..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse electrical system parts in the directory →
Brakes
309 complaint records2 fire reports22 crash reports
"IT WAS RAINING I HAD TO START BREAKING WAS GETTING CLOSE TO A RED LIGHT, COULD NOT STOP AND CRASHED INTO ANOTHER CAR AND TOTALED MINE AND INJURED ME...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse brakes parts in the directory →
Engine & cooling
303 complaint records18 fire reports4 crash reports
"WHEN GETTING OFF THE EXPRESSWAY OR HIGHWAY MY TRUCK CUTS OFF WHEN I EXIT FOR MY STOP NO POWER OR CONTROL OF THE POWER STEERING...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse engine & cooling parts in the directory →
Federal defect investigations
Formal investigations opened by the federal safety agency into this vehicle. An investigation is the step between a complaint pattern and a recall; not every one results in one.
| Investigation | Status | Component | Subject |
|---|---|---|---|
| EA21002 opened Sep 2021 | OPEN | Air Bags | Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. |
| PE19014 opened Sep 2019 | closed Feb 2026 | Seats | Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE19014 on September 9, 2019, to investigate 128 consumer complaints alleging that the Active Head Rest (AHR) inadvertently deployed without the occurrence of a crash or other rear impact event in model year... |
| RQ15003 opened May 2015 | closed Jul 2016 | Interior Lighting | Post 14V-391 Headliner Fires - led to recall 15V879000 In response to this investigation, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) is conducting a recall to address headliner fires that occur post 14V-391.On December 22, 2015 FCA notified the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) of safety recall 15V-879 to remedy... |
| DP14004 opened Sep 2014 | closed Jul 2015 | Electrical System | Totally Integrated Power Module Failure In a letter dated August 21, 2014, the Center for Auto Safety (CAS) petitioned the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to initiate a defect investigation of alleged failures associated with the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM)... |
| EA14001 opened Jan 2014 | closed Aug 2014 | Interior Lighting | Headliner Fires - led to recall 14V391000 On July 1st, 2014 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) notified the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) that it would conduct a safety recall to remedy a wiring-related fire hazard on the headliner of approximately 661,888 model year (MY) 2011-2014 Jeep Grand... |
Show 2 more closed investigations
| Investigation | Status | Component | Subject |
|---|---|---|---|
| PE13027 opened Aug 2013 | closed Jan 2014 | Interior Lighting | Headliner Fires The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has identified 5 reports of vehicle headliners catching fire at the front of the vehicle near the sun visors on Jeep Grand Cherokees.Customers reported a range of fire conditions ranging from minor overheating to an... |
| PE12020 opened Jul 2012 | closed Dec 2012 | Steering | Power steering hose failure The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) analyzed complaint data provided by Chrysler as well as complaints submitted to ODI from consumers. |
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19V813000 | Electrical System | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 3.6, 5.7, or 6.4 liter engine and previously recalled under NHTSA Recall 14V530 or 15V115. | Normally free |
| 17V572000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. | Normally free |
| 17V435000 | Electrical System | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. | Normally free |
| 15V879000 | Interior Lighting | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured December 3, 2009, to September 1, 2012. | Normally free |
| 15V115000 | Electrical System | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured September 17, 2010, to August 19, 2013, and equipped with a 3.6, 5.7 or 6.4 liter engine, and 2012-2013 Dodge... | Normally free |
| 14V634000 | Electrical System | Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Durango; and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured April 22, 2010, to January 2, 2014,... | Normally free |
| 14V391000 | Electrical System | Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 5, 2010, through December 11, 2013. | Normally free |
| 14V154000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured from January 5, 2010, through September 8, 2013. | Normally free |
Show 2 more recall campaigns
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14V104000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured October 11, 2011, through October 1, 2012. | Normally free |
| 11V487000 | Engine And Engine Cooling | CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CHRYSLER VEHICLES, INCLUDING 200 AND TOWN AND COUNTRY MODELS, DODGE VEHICLES, INCLUDING CHARGER, DURANGO, GRAND CARAVAN AND JOURNEY MODELS AND JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE VEHICLES... | Normally free |
Transport Canada recalls
Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024548 2024-08-15 | Label | 314,717 | Issue: On certain vehicles, the tire and loading information label does not list that there is no spare tire in both official languages. The label reads as "NONE" when it should read as "NONE / AUCUN". |
| 2019573 2019-11-14 | Fuel System | 34,764 | Issue: On certain vehicles, the fuel pump relay could fail. A fuel pump relay failure can result in a no-start condition or cause a sudden loss of engine power while driving. |
| 2017450 2017-09-18 | Brakes | 39,817 | On certain vehicles, a brake booster shield may have been incorrectly installed as part of recall P14/2014-112. |
| 2017341 2017-07-10 | Electrical | 29,625 | On certain vehicles equipped with electro-hydraulic power steering (“EHPS”), the alternator may fail suddenly. |
| 2015615 2015-12-22 | Electrical | 26,287 | On certain vehicles equipped with illuminated sun visor vanity mirrors with 120mm wiring, service repairs requiring removal of the sun visors and/or headliner may cause an electrical short circuit which could increase the risk of a fire... |
Show 6 more Canadian recalls
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015085 2015-02-26 | Fuel System | 18,873 | This recall was replaced by Transport Canada Recall No. 2019-573 (FCA Recall No. V62). On certain vehicles, a fuel pump relay within the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM-7) could fail, causing the engine to stall or to fail to start. |
| 2014446 2014-10-09 | Electrical | 16,080 | On certain vehicles equipped with 3.6L engines and 160 amp output alternators, the alternator may fail suddenly. |
| 2014275 2014-07-03 | Electrical | 45,681 | On certain vehicles equipped with illuminated sun visor vanity mirrors, service repairs requiring removal of the sun visors and/or headliner may cause an electrical short circuit, which could increase the risk of a fire causing injury... |
| 2014112 2014-04-02 | Brakes | 42,380 | On certain vehicles, the centre shell of the brake booster may corrode. A corroded centre shell could allow water to get inside the brake booster, which in a cold climate may freeze. |
| 2014070 2014-03-05 | Brakes | 889 | On certain vehicles, the anti-lock braking system (ABS) may have an out of specification traction isolation valve. |
| 2011351 2011-09-27 | Engine | 30 | On certain vehicles equipped with a 3.6L engine, debris in the cylinder block (from the manufacturing process) could cause connecting rod bearing and crankshaft bearing damage. |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9100897Rev1 Sep 2026 | Suspension | Qudra Lift Reman Compressor Excessive Repairs on Quadra Lift Reman Compressors Part Numbers: 68041137AF / R8572790AA / 68087233AA / 52124932AE / 52124934AE / 68064343AC Purpose The Star Parts Catalog has been updated to support component-level repair of the Quadra-Lift air... | |
| 9100897 Sep 2026 | Suspension | Qudra Lift Reman Compressor Excessive Repairs on Quadra Lift Reman Compressors Part Numbers: 68041137AF / R8572790AA / 68087233AA / 52124932AE / 52124934AE / 68064343AC Purpose The Star Parts Catalog has been updated to support component-level repair of the Quadra-Lift air... | |
| 9100645 Aug 2025 | Unknown Or Other | Verify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders: Warranty, Mopar, customer pay and service contract. Order "68" part number for New unsold units only. | |
| 105038 May 2025 | Fuel/Propulsion System | TUBE - FUEL INJECTOR SUPPLY & GASKET - NONE | |
| 105039 May 2025 | Fuel/Propulsion System | TUBE - FUEL INJECTOR SUPPLY & GASKET - NONE |
Show 55 more bulletins
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 102812 Feb 2025 | Fuel/Propulsion System | RAIL - FUEL | |
| 9100494 Jan 2025 | Fuel/Propulsion System | FUEL PUMP/LEVEL UNIT MODULE For vehicles with Saddle Fuel Tanks, need to determine if there are any DTCs in wiTECH. Follow Service Diagnostics published prior to making any changes. Review any existing SOL or TSBs published for customer complaint issue. | |
| 9100448 Dec 2024 | Seats | HEADREST Incoming Vehicles with Deployed Active Head Rest (AHR) should have a through enquiry. If there is no Broken Pieces or Electrical failure, Direction to follow the RESET Procedure in service Library to RESET the AHR | |
| 101232 Oct 2024 | Power Train | Plate - Planetary | |
| 9100229 Sep 2023 | Suspension | LIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the disconnecting pin is not lined up, this is normal and not a defect. | |
| 9100226 Sep 2023 | Electrical System | Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. | |
| 9100196 Jul 2023 | Equipment | Lubrication and Maintenance Fluids If MOPAR fluids and chemicals are not readily available, please review Service Library for specifications so a suitable alternative can be used | |
| 9100172 Jun 2023 | Equipment | HEADLAMP WITHOUT BALLAST,IF BALLAST NEEDED ORDER PART NUMBER : 68086783A$ | |
| 1804823 Apr 2023 | Engine And Engine Cooling | wiTECH Small Leak Verification Test (SLVT) - P0456-EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK | |
| 9003357a Feb 2023 | Engine And Engine Cooling | ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter (Pentastar V6) For all 2014MY replace the Oil Filter Adapter (OFA). For any other MY review and follow instructions from the latest STAR Online S1809000007 available on Dealer Connect. | |
| 9003357 Feb 2023 | Engine And Engine Cooling | ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter (Pentastar V6) For all 2014MY replace the Oil Filter Adapter (OFA). For any other MY (with mileage above 30,000) review and follow instructions from STAR Online S1809000007 REV. C available on Dealer Connect. | |
| 3100122 Aug 2022 | Structure | Approved Use of Weld Through Primers This bulletin documents the FCA US LLC position regarding the use of weld through primer when using Squeeze Type Resistance Spot Welding (STRSW) and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) processes when welding steel body panels and structural... | |
| S2209000004 Apr 2022 | Engine And Engine Cooling | If a Mopar oil filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36 specification and is compatible with semi and full synthetic oils. | |
| V51 Apr 2022 | Power Train | Customer Satisfaction Notification V51 Reprogram Powertrain Control Module | |
| S1709000010 RevB Mar 2022 | Engine | Customer complaints may include abnormal engine noise, rough idle, lack of power, misfire. Upon investigation, it may be found that there is excessive camshaft lobe wear/lifter wear (roller failure) on one or more cam lobes and that camshaft/lifter replacement is necessary. | |
| S1709000010RevB Mar 2022 | Unknown Or Other | Customer complaints may include abnormal engine noise, rough idle, lack of power, misfire. Upon investigation, it may be found that there is excessive camshaft lobe wear/lifter wear (roller failure) on one or more cam lobes and that camshaft/lifter replacement is necessary. | |
| S1709000010 Mar 2022 | Power Train | Customer complaints may include abnormal engine noise, rough idle, lack of power, misfire. Upon investigation, it may be found that there is excessive camshaft lobe wear/lifter wear (roller failure) on one or more cam lobes and that camshaft/lifter replacement is necessary. | |
| S1623000034 Rev. Nov 2021 | Structure | Water Leak From Overhead Console, A Pillar And Or Headliner. Sunroof Drain Tube Inspection. | |
| S2109000004 Jul 2021 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Issue involves overheating, running hot, coolant leaks and related symptoms after a Mopar replacement engine has been installed in the vehicle. | |
| S1117000002RevA Jun 2021 | Electronic Stability Control | Air Suspension System Diagnosis | |
| S2008000113 Rev. Apr 2021 | Power Train | No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle, Intermittent Key Not Detected Message | |
| S2008000113 Apr 2021 | Electrical System | No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle, Intermittent Key Not Detected Message | |
| S1821000001 Apr 2021 | Power Train | Gear Ratio DTC?s, Transmission Shift Concerns, Does Not Shift At Times, Shudders | |
| 9004009 Apr 2021 | Power Train | Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) are one-time usage. | |
| 9003357 Mar 2021 | Engine And Engine Cooling | ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter (Pentastar V6) All vehicles equipped with a 3.2L or 3.6L except for model year 2014 vehicles with leak concern: 1) Ensure the Oil Filter Adapter (OFA) Cap O-ring is seated in the proper groove in the cap and not damaged or cut. | |
| S1723000007 Rev. Mar 2021 | Suspension | Air Suspension Inoperative And Or Compressor Freeze Up Or Sticking In Cold Weather. | |
| S1723000007RevF Mar 2021 | Electronic Stability Control | Air Suspension Inoperative And Or Compressor Freeze Up Or Sticking In Cold Weather. | |
| S1709000010 Rev. Jan 2021 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Customer complaints may include abnormal engine noise, rough idle, lack of power, misfire. Upon investigation, it may be found that there is excessive camshaft lobe wear/lifter wear (roller failure) on one or more cam lobes and that camshaft/lifter replacement is necessary. | |
| 71062 Dec 2020 | Seats | Warranty Bulletin D-20-10 (X88) Active Head Restraint - Select 2012-2018 Dodge Durango (WD) and Select 2012-2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK) (Rev. D) | |
| 23-018-20 REV. E Dec 2020 | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | Active Head Restraint (AHR) Inadvertent Deployment - X88 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves inspecting the sled bracket striker pin and possibly replacinga front seat AHR that has inadvertently deployed. | |
| 70325 Nov 2020 | Seats | Warranty Bulletin D-20-10 (X88) Active Head Restraint - Select 2012-2018 Dodge Durango (WD) and Select 2012-2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK) (Rev. C) | |
| 69921 Nov 2020 | Seats | Warranty Bulletin D-20-10 (X88) Active Head Restraint - Select 2011-2018 Dodge Durango (WD and Select 2011-2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK) (Rev. B) | |
| 23-018-20 REV. D Nov 2020 | Seats | Active Head Restraint (AHR) Inadvertent Deployment - X88 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves inspecting the sled bracket striker pin and possibly replacing a front seat AHR that has inadvertently deployed. | |
| 2301820 Nov 2020 | Seats | Active Head Restraint (AHR) Inadvertent Deployment - X88 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves inspecting the sled bracket striker pin and possibly replacing a front seat AHR that has inadvertently deployed. | |
| 23-001-20 REV D Oct 2020 | Electrical System | Leather Instrument Panel (IP) Cover Delaminating - X81 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves replacing upper leather IP covers that have suffered delamination issues. Customers may comment on the following:The upper leather IP cover is delaminating or separating. | |
| 2300120REVD Oct 2020 | Structure | Leather Instrument Panel (IP) Cover Delaminating - X81 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves replacing upper leather IP covers that have suffered delamination issues. Customers may comment on the following:The upper leather IP cover is delaminating or separating. | |
| 23-001-20 REV. C Aug 2020 | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | Leather Instrument Panel (IP) Cover Delaminating - X81 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves replacing upper leather IP covers that have suffered delamination issues. Customers may comment on the following:The upper leather IP cover is delaminating or separating. | |
| 2300120REVC Aug 2020 | Equipment | Leather Instrument Panel (IP) Cover Delaminating - X81 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves replacing upper leather IP covers that have suffered delamination issues. Customers may comment on the following:The upper leather IP cover is delaminating or separating. | |
| S2008000113 Aug 2020 | Electrical System | No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle | |
| S1723000007 May 2020 | Suspension | Air Suspension Inoperative And Or Compressor Freeze Up Or Sticking In Cold Weather. | |
| 23-015-20 Apr 2020 | Equipment | Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19 | |
| 08-049-20 Apr 2020 | Equipment | Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary. | |
| 18-039-20 Apr 2020 | Fuel System | Possible Driveability Issues due to the Winter-Blend Fuel into the Warmer Season | |
| 23-001-20 REV. B Mar 2020 | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | Leather Instrument Panel (IP) Cover Delaminating - X81 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves replacing upper leather IP covers that have suffered delamination issues. Customers may comment on the following:The upper leather IP cover is delaminating or separating. | |
| D-19-29 Dec 2019 | Electrical System | (X81) Leather Instrument Panel Top Pad Delaminating - 2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK) | |
| 23-036-19 Dec 2019 | Electrical System | Leather Instrument Panel (IP) Cover Delaminating - X81 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves replacing upper leather IP covers that have suffered delamination issues. Customers may comment on the following:The upper leather IP cover is delaminating or separating. | |
| 9004022 Dec 2019 | Suspension | Air Suspension Components Star Parts Catalog has been updated to show individual service parts for the compressor assembly. This will allow service technicians to repair the root cause without over repairing the system. | |
| 31-006-19 Nov 2019 | Structure | Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. | |
| 31-004-19 Nov 2019 | Visibility | Authentic Mopar® Glass Replacement This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the recommended usage of Authentic Mopar® Glass. | |
| 31-003-19 Nov 2019 | Equipment | Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts. | |
| 31-005-19 Nov 2019 | Equipment | Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts. | |
| 3100619 Nov 2019 | Equipment | Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. | |
| 3100419 Nov 2019 | Visibility | Authentic Mopar® Glass Replacement This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the recommended usage of Authentic Mopar® Glass. | |
| 3100319 Nov 2019 | Structure | Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts. | |
| 3100519 Nov 2019 | Structure | Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts. |
Showing 60 of 170 distinct bulletins on file for this vehicle.
Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Sit in it with the engine off and test everything that has a switch.Windows, locks, lights, the cluster, the radio. Electrical faults are this vehicle's story and the hardest to see on a drive: an intermittent no-start waits for the second week of ownership. Ask for the battery's age and whether any control module has been replaced.
- Brake hard once from speed on an empty road.A pull to one side, a pulsing pedal, a pedal that sinks at a stop, or an ABS light that stays lit are the brake complaints on this vehicle presenting themselves.
- Cold-start it yourself and listen for the first thirty seconds.Knocking, ticking that fades as it warms, or blue or white smoke on startup are the sounds of this vehicle's engine cluster. Check the oil level and the coolant color, and ask whether the engine or its head gaskets have ever been out.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 10 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
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