Consumer Guide's® Auto Editors have scoured repair bulletins and questioned mechanics to search for commonly occurring problems for a particular vehicle. In some cases we also give possible manufacturer-suggested solutions. In many instances these trouble spots are Technical Service Bulletins posted by the manufacturer, however, we have our own expert looking at additional vehicle problems.

Audio system: The radio/cassette player may have been built with a capacitor installed wrong causing a key-off battery drain. (1990)

Cold-starting problems: Cars equipped with the 1.6-liter engine may hesitate or stall on hard acceleration when cold because of a problem with the engine control computer. (1990-92)

Engine misfire: GM will replace the manifold absolute pressure sensor and its wiring harness on cars that surge or buck at speeds above 45 mph. (1990)

This table lists costs of likely repairs for comparison with other vehicles. The dollar amount includes the cost of the part(s) and labor (based on $50 per hour) for the typical repair without extras or add-ons. Like the pricing information, replacement costs can vary widely depending on region. Expect charges at a new-car dealership to be slightly higher.

1991: Wheel lug nuts on some cars may have been torqued to lower than recommended specification, so wheel could become loose and fall off, with potential for loss of control.