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  1 response   Battery post deposits Altima v6
2013 - 2015 Nissan Altima
sonaz

Anybody experience a lot of deposits on battery post?
And how long did original battery post ray last?
  3 responses   I need occasional seating for 6 adults, but not a minivan
2016 - 2024 Honda Pilot
Member2642

My shortlist so far contains the following (based on features, styling, 3rd row adult seats, and reliability/warranty):

Subaru Ascent
VW Atlas
Honda Pilot
Volvo XC90 Momentum

Am I missing something? I want to keep it under $50k, and will likely replace the car in 6-7 years. I will...
  3 responses   Transmission
2003 - 2006 Volvo XC90
forskare

What model years and which engine have been the most transmission failures?

Thanks much
  1 response   gearbox promblems
2004 - 2007 BMW 5-Series
elizabeth1945

gear selection
  2 responses   CX5 2017 Brake Noise
2017 - 2025 Mazda CX-5
A member in New Zealand

I get a metal to metal grinding noise when I release the brakes gradually from a complete stop. Example moving from a traffic light when it changes to green. You can clearly hear it whether in the car or if you are standing outside.

Mazda dealer says this...
Looking for a warranty? Get a quote.
  2 responses   clutch
2006 - 2011 Hyundai Accent
oshawacliff

What would be the expected life of a clutch in a 2011 Hyundai 5 speed. My grandson is driving the car and wondered what the life expectancy of the clutch and what would the cost be to replace the clutch. Any other parts replacement to consider when doing the clutch?
  4 responses   Hyundai Genesis 4.6 2009
2009 - 2010 Hyundai Genesis
Landguy92

I am considering a 2009 Genesis 4.6 with only 20k original Carfax miles. Please let me know if any concerns or likes about the 4.6 vs the 3.6. Any other helpful information would be appreciated! Thanks
  2 responses   Engine mis-fires and stalls
2016 - 2017 Honda Accord
A member in Texas, United States

I have a 2016 Accord (Touring) 6 cylinder, with 23,000 miles. While at highway speed, the car will intermittently act as the cylinders are mis-firing, shake, appear to be about 1/2 power, and the engine check light flashes on and off. Once I stop and shut the engine off and...
  5 responses   Should I Repair or Sell?
2009 - 2011 BMW 3-Series
Member861

In 2014 i purchased a used 2009 BMW 328i with 41,000 mile on it. I now have approximately 86,000 miles on the car and was just quoted almost $6,000 in upcoming repairs and maintenance to the car (the bulk of it being a cracked lower front bumper and the tomahawk...
  5 responses   Poor gas mileage
2010 - 2012 Subaru Outback
litchfieldhillspiano

Does anyone have a remedy for poor gas mileage for 2.5 cvt 2011 Outback? Mileage went from 27 - 32 first, to 21 - 26 thereafter. Always serviced, use good gas, tires inflated, etc. it must have something to do with the engine or computer. All the codes check out....
  3 responses   Buying used: reliability and common problems
2007 - 2012 Hyundai Veracruz
A member in Texas, United States

Hi, I\'m consiidering to add the Veraruz to my shortlist for my next car purchase. I found god reviews on Edmunds and carcomplaints.com but would like to seek advice from other owners on possible issues to look for in a higher mileage model (>100K miles). Any information would help. Thank...
  1 response   Drivetrain noise
2014 - 2020 Toyota 4Runner
Darrelc2

Has anyone had rear differential noise at highway speed? Mine was replaced once and the replacement was worse. Toyota said not to worry.
  0 responses   Radio crap
2014 - 2020 Toyota 4Runner
Darrelc2

Has anyone had problems with AM radio reception and was there anything done about it by Toyota?e
  1 response   Audi A4: new 2018 vs. used 2017
2017 - 2025 Audi A4 / S4
robles101

Besides potentially lower price, does a used 2017 Audi A4 offer any other trade-offs for a new 2018 of the same model?
  0 responses   HV harness replacment
2017 - 2025 Tesla Model S
Teslawon

hv harness replacment,,
  4 responses   Manual transmission kaput?
2001 - 2007 Volvo V70
tama225

Does anyone have experence replacing manual transmission on this car? I have been told I need new one, $8,000 at the dealership, but car is worth only $1,000 - should I junk it? What else will go wrong soon? just replaced the CV boots, drive axel, tie rod arms, ball...
  0 responses   bad crank ballancer
2003 - 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
turn0459

does the 2006 e320 have the bad cam shaft ballancer as the2006 c 280?
  11 responses   Any problems with this car at 87,000
2013 - 2016 Ford Escape
delibird

Looking at a 2013 Ford Escape SE 4WD with 87,000 miles. Any comments? They are asking 12,900. .
  1 response   Genesis g80 3.3t
2017 - 2025 Genesis G80
abiesalba1

Is this car reliable?
  9 responses   No heat on our legs front seats
2017 - 2025 Ford Escape
Member4616

Has anyone with a 2017 Ford Escape have problems of no heat comming on their legs in the front seats duning cold winter driving ? The heater sends lots of hot air to the windshield, dash vents and the floor but none to our legs .
It is so bad...
  11 responses   Are you happy with it
2000 - 2008 Porsche Boxster
jackgrewersr

Is the cam bearing problem really that pervasive?
  5 responses   Dependable Car ?
2009 - 2017 Audi Q5
Sdonahue

Considering purchase of 2014 Q5, low miles, no warranty left, can I depend on this car ? Or are these cars in the repair shop a lot ?
  0 responses   problems
2010 - 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
jmader

What problems have you had with your GL 450/550?
  7 responses   Need help deciding whether to keep or sell my Pilot.
2012 - 2015 Honda Pilot
tjankow

I have a 2014 Pilot with 90,000 miles. I bought it almost 3 years ago with 34,000 miles, it's been trouble free and it still runs like a new car. I really like it but am considering selling it. My primary concern is that the older it gets the more...
  14 responses   Newbie car buyer, advice needed
2012 - 2015 Toyota Prius
Tarnaskyw

We are currently shopping for a used 2014-15 Prius, and I am excited about the kind of car we will get for reliability and fuel efficiency as well as comfort and cargo space for our small family. (Also, considering the v wagon, but running out of options as the good...
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