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.

Blower motor: Blower may not operate or may run on requiring revised blower motor control module. (2003-04)

Climate control: The radio station presets and the climate control settings may suddenly change because the buttons on the driver's door get easily bumped, requiring reprogramming to prevent a change while the vehicle is in gear. (2002)

Electrical problem: Early production vehicles had numerous electrical problems due to corroded wiring harness connectors in the front doors and/or chaffed or broken wires in the steering column wiring harness. (2002)

Engine fan noise: The fan may run excessively and/or the transmission may shift late, requiring reprogramming of the engine control computer. (2002)

Engine mounts: Cylinder liners were cracking on 4.2-liter engines and the engine warranty was extended to 7 years/100,000 miles. (2002)

Ignition switch: The transmission may get stuck in third gear, and the instrument panel may stop working due to failure of the ignition switch. (2002)

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.

2002 w/air suspension: Brief electrical spike can occur while vehicle is moving, causing engine to stall and, if it damages the powertrain control module, not restart.

2002: Front passenger and driver seat belt retractors may become inoperative, resulting in the occupant being improperly restrained during braking. Dealers will inspect and replace affected parts.

2002: One of two sensors in front seat belt retractors could be inoperative, preventing belt from restraining occupant as intended during a crash.

2002: Upon start up, some vehicle's instrument control panels intermittently do not fully power up. Dealer will inspect and reprogram panel.

2002-03: Certain overrides, like the ability for the ignition key to be removed in a position other than park, exist that violate theft protection standards. Dealer will eliminate these conditions.

2002-03: Driver visibility may become impaired due to faulty windshield wipes. Dealers will inspect and replace affected parts.

2002-03: Owner's manual doesn't adequately explain child restraint anchorage system. Dealers will send vehicle owners a supplement to their manual.

2002-04: Vibration and heat may cause taillamp/stoplamp bulb to loosen and flicker, eventually becoming inoperative.

2003: Defective front brake pipes were installed on some vehicles, reducing front brake performance. Dealer will inspect and replace all affected parts.

2003-04: Moving turn-signal lever up or down in normal way may cause front marker/turn lights and rear turn lights to flash in a manner similar to the hazard warning.