1983 PLYMOUTH RELIANT User Comment / Complaint

Brake rotors had to be changed continuously. please provide any further information, and vehicle identification number.  view

While driving 40mph, front right tire blewout, causing consumer to lose control of vehicle. tire size and dot# unavailable. 1999, ford, explorer.  view

Ltr was sent dated 1/29/02 w/accident rpt. injury was fractured sternum. as i changed lanes at freeway speed the traffic in the lane i entered stopped. i braked hard but could not avoid hitting the vehicle in front of me. the airbag did not deploy and the shoulder restraint did not lock (it never has and i didn't realize it should). i was wearing the lap and shoulder belts. the lap belt held me in place, but my upper body hit the steering wheel. i had damage repairs done at a 21st century ins recommended shop. i have not had any modifications to the belts or airbag since the accident in case it needs to be analyzed by nhtsa, & only saturn of torrance has ever serviced my car since purchase (except for damage repair for this accident).  view

Dealer states will replace driveshaft for $400-$700. for vibration.  view

Engine has a deep knocking noise in the lower part and a tapping noise in the upper part after setting several hours or overnight. also the same thing happens when hot upon start-up. dealer stated the engine knocking in their oppinion did not last over a minute and half, therefore the gm tech asst advised no repairs are required, this is a normal condition. although the dealer stated gm is aware of the problem. how can this be normal and a problem? gm has a major problem with this 4.8 and 5.3 engines.  view

Bridgestone, v381, p185/65r14, dot v67jp300210, original equipment on a 2001, nissan, sentra with 24000 miles. rear passenger tire went flat while parked. seam was coming apart where tread and sidewall meet. on january 26, 2002 while driving 25-30 mph, front passenger tire had a blowout due to seam separating. no injuries. bridgestone has replaced the tires.  view

When tilt steering wheel is in the up position, it is impossible to make a sharp turn in either direction due to steering wheel rubbing on dash. dealer has replaced power steering pump, lines, and rack and pinion. this did not remedy the problem. upon discovery of the binding against the dash, consumer was informed it was a manufacturers defect and could not be repaired.  view

Brakes are warped, pedal goes all the way down to the floor. dealership is aware of problem. consumer is stating that the vehicle is driven only 2000 miles since brakes changed and new brakes already squeal and grind.  view

Hatchback forced rear door not to open. dealer could not fix problem. consumer states that the back hatch assembly failed, the dealer lubricated the part, however it will need to be replaced in time.  view

Heat from headlights was melting inside of headlight cover. vehicle cannot pass inspection with this problem. also, high beams have to be activated for driving abilty. dealer and manufacturer were notified, and have been receiving same other complaints. both head light lamp assemblies need to be replaced to correct the problem.  view