Consumer Reports ranks the Mitsubishi brand as the worst automaker of 2016, but that doesn’t mean that every vehicle that rolls off the assembly line is going to qualify as a lemon under California law. The automaker’s vehicles — particularly the Mitsubishi Outlander — have been known to have problems. Lemon Law Attorney James Johnson says some of the biggest … Read More
Dodge Journey a Rough Ride Lemon Law Lawyer Says
They say it’s not the destination, it’s the journey that matters. But for some Dodge Journey owners, it’s been a rough ride since they left the dealership and sometimes destinations are unreachable when their SUV breaks down. Some of the problems faced by Dodge Journey owners have complained about include poor handling, risk of rollover, crappy tires that fall apart … Read More
838,000 Toyota Sienna Minivans Recalled for Defective Sliding Doors
Roughly 838,000 Toyota Sienna minivans are being recalled because their sliding doors may accidentally open while the vehicle is in motion, the Japanese automaker stated. The global recall includes about 744,000 minivans equipped with the faulty sliding doors here in the United States. Specifically, the safety recall involves models made between 2011 and 2016, however, the company has not yet … Read More
A Rough Ride for Owners of Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra SUVs and Pickup Trucks
The owners of certain 2014 and 2015 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pickup trucks say since they purchased their vehicles it’s been a rough ride as their vehicles experience an unexplained shaking or vibrations. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website lists numerous complaints about the vibration problem and owners say dealerships have been unable to find a remedy to … Read More
2016 Jeep Wrangler Gear Shift Problems and Complaints — Lemon Lawyer Reports
When you drive off in your new 2016 Jeep Wrangler you don’t expect to get stranded because the gear shift lever breaks, but it appears this is pretty common among owners who have been complaining on the National Highway Transportation Safety Association website. Owners of these Jeep Wranglers say their gear shifts are rough or have failed to operate. As … Read More
Fiat Ranked Top of Worst Automakers in 2016, Consumer Reports Says
It’s not always ideal to get first place. Just ask Fiat Chrysler. The Fiat brand ranked first on the Consumer Reports list of worst auto manufacturers in 2016 with low reliability ratings and not a single model recommended. The score Fiat received was 31 out of 100 points. The least reliable model in the lineup is the Fiat 500L. Complaints … Read More
Dodge Charger Looks Great, but Owners Complain Problems are Under the Hood
Looks aren’t everything, it’s what’s under the hood that really counts. Some Dodge Charger owners found out the hard way after they purchased their vehicle, drove it home and then back to the dealership multiple times to get it fixed. Sometimes the problem isn’t fixable. One customer returned to the dealership after hearing a ticking sound in the engine, but … Read More
Jeep Grand Cherokee Monostable electronic Gear Shift Problems
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, the parent company of the Jeep brand, is investigating whether a recalled gear shift contributed to the death of 27-year-old Star Trek actor Anton Yelchin. The young actor was found trapped between his 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee and a brick wall after the car rolled down his driveway and struck him about 1 a.m. in the morning. … Read More
Jeep Renegade SUV is Sporty, but Transmission is Rough Lemon Law Lawyer Says
You don’t buy a Jeep Renegade unless you are looking to drive an adventurous vehicle that stands out from the pack, but for some owners this rebellious 4-wheel drive SUV has disappointments after it leaves the dealership. 2015 and 2016 Jeep Renegade owners often complain that the transmission gives them a rough ride and shifting issues take some getting used … Read More
2017 Chrysler Pacifica Minivan Problematic for Some Owners
If you are driving a Chrysler Pacifica minivan, it’s highly likely you may be a parent with children who is very concerned about safety. The Pacifica, which replaced the earlier Town & Country model, offers seating for up to eight people and an impressive 21 mpg mileage. The luxury minivan is equipped with features aimed at making travel easier for … Read More
Chevrolet Tahoe, Yukon SUVs Rank Among 10 Least Reliable Cars by Consumer Reports
They were designed to have the best of both worlds, beauty and brawn. However, owners of the Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon luxury SUVs have been disappointed when it comes to reliability, according to Consumer Reports. Indeed, the Chevrolet Tahoe, named after the beautiful Lake Tahoe in the Sierra Nevada mountain range in Utah is attractive for its class. Meanwhile, … Read More
BMW Recalls 154,000 Vehicles to Fix Wiring Avoid Engines Stalling
BMW announced it will recall 154,000 vehicles in the United States and Canada due to a wiring issue that connects to the fuel pump that could cause a car or SUV to stall. Certain 5-Series and X5 models as well as 6-Series and X6 models made between 2007 and 2012 are subject to the recall. The auto maker filed documents … Read More