Consumer states had recall 00v175000 remedied in 06/02. still experiencing defect. not only is fuel tank not filling up to capacity, but now fuel gauge is not registering amount of fuel in tank. ts referenced in rq03-006
While driving at approximately 25 mph, an electrical fire started in steering column and flames were coming from underneath the hood. consumer was unable to turn engine off by turning the key in the ignition. insurance company is in possession of vehicle, but has not informed consumer as to what caused the fire to occur.*ak consumer was unable to turn engine off, but was able to jump out of vehicle while moving, three recalls were performed on this vehicle and consumer believes that recall should have been performed prior to purchase, consumer also complains that the vehicle is noisy, exhibits hard start condition, sluggish acceleration, and inoperative fuel gauge. *tt
Consumer stated vechicle was defected when she purchased it on sep 11 1999 . consumer took it back on sep 13 1999 because she has been having problems, such as transmission fluid leaking out from underneath her vechicle. also, brakes not working properly when applying brakes. pedals went allthe down to the floor. also vechicle overheated. also, front grill /windshield wipers and gas gauge had to b ereplaced, and i still don't work . at this time the consumer has registered a complaint with the lemon law. her car is at the dealership waiting for a part. *ak