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.

Cruise control: An annoying surge at cruising speeds between 45-60 mph during warm weather can only be corrected by reprogramming the powertrain control module; look for modification decal under the hood. (2001-02)

Fuel gauge: The fuel gauge may not read full despite the tank being full on early production models and a countermeasure fuel pump module is available to correct this. (2001)

Hard starting: Difficulty starting may also require replacement of the fuel pump module with one that has a screen to prevent contamination of the integral pressure regulator. (2001)

Seat: The rear seats may not unlatch due to a problem with the cable and its attachments. (2001)

Sunroof/moonroof: If the sunroof deflector vibrates (usually above 40 mph), there is a deflector mounting kit that relocates the mounting attachments. (2001)

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.

2001: Fuel supply line could contact the air-conditioning tube service port, causing a fuel leak which would increase the risk of fire.

2001: 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.

2001: The right rear seat center lower anchor was manufactured with a wire diameter greater than the maximum specified. If child-seat connectors are not properly secured, the occupant will not be fully restrained.

2001-02: The fuel-pump-module mounting flange could leak fuel in a rollover crash, increasing the risk of vehicle fire.

2001-05: w/2.4-liter non-turbo engine: Power steering hose may contact automatic-transmission differential cover, potentially damaging the hose and causing fluid leakage that could result in underhood fire.

2002: A software error in the instrument-cluster microprocessor may render gauges, illumination, and warning lights inoperative.

2003 manual transmission: Faulty flywheel and clutch assemblies were installed in some vehicles with manual transmissions, possibly leading to a disengaged clutch. Dealer will inspect and replace affected part.

2005: w/ABS, high-output turbo engine and manual gearbox: Contact between brake tube and transaxle housing over extended time period may eventually lead to perforation of brake tube, which could result in loss of braking force in left front/right rear circuit.

2005-06: The rear quarter glass attaching fasteners may pull through their mounts and allow the glass to separate from the vehicle. Dealers will replace the rear quarter glass.