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.

Oil leak: Some oil pans have hairline cracks. This leads to oil seepage. (1997)

Speedometer: The speedometer and odometer quit working intermittently caused by chafed speed sensor wires. (1995)

Transmission noise: Missing shim between the transmission and crossmember can cause a clunk in the driveline. (1992-95)

Water leak: Water leaks between the top and side curtains which is corrected with a kit including new side rails and seals. (1992-95)

Windshield: Installing revised latch handles may be necessary to prevent water from leaking in between the windshield and the soft top. (1993-95)

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.

1996-00: If used in extensive track type testing or aggressive driving, steering rack mounting brackets can crack.

1996-99: If used in extensive track type testing or aggressive driving, differential mounting brackets could fail.

1997: Inadvertent airbag deployment could occur upon vehicle ignition shut-down.

2000-01: Some of the owner's manuals for these vehicles are missing instructions for properly attaching a child restraint system's tether strap to the tether anchorage.