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.

Air conditioner: Air conditioning stops blowing cold air after highway driving because evaporator freezes up requiring adjustment of compresses suction set point. (1994-95)

Antenna: A whistling wind noise may be coming from the radio antenna. (1991-95)

Automatic transmission: If the automatic transmission shifts harshly, erratically, or sticks in gear or neutral, iron sediment in the valve body may be the problem. (1993-94)

Brake noise: Brakes that growl or grind during low speed stops are repaired by replacing the front pads and machining, or replacing the rotors. (1991-95)

Cruise control: If the cruise control fluctuates at speeds over 64 mph, a new control-module assembly must be installed. (1991-95)

Doors: If the doors will not open, the door-latch assembly(s) must be replaced. (1991-93)

Engine noise: Squealing from the front of the engine when the temperature is below 40 degrees (F) may be fixed by replacing the drive-belt idler pulley with one having a revised bearing. (1991-95)

Engine stalling: If the DOHC engine stalls and does not restart when coming to a stop, the oil may be the wrong viscosity. (1991-95)

Tail/brake lights: A drop in fuel economy, brake noise, vehicle vibration, and/or increased brake-pedal travel could be caused by a misadjusted brake-light switch that does not allow the pedal to return to full release. (1991-93)

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.

1991-93: Generator-wiring harness could suffer excessive current flow.

1992: Automatic transaxle-valve assemblies on some cars were improperly machined.

1993 SL2/SW2: Battery-cable terminal at starter solenoid may be formed incorrectly.

1993: Brake-booster housing on some cars could separate.

1994-95: Some front seatback-recliner gear teeth may wear excessively through repeated use; could cause seatback to slip partially rearward when force is applied.

1995 SL w/manual steering: Some pinion shafts could fracture, causing total loss of steering control.

1995 w/automatic: Improperly adjusted cable makes it possible to shift from "Park" with key removed, or to remove key while lever is in position other than "Park."