1995 Toyota Previa problems
The Toyota Previa, also known as the Toyota Estima (Japanese: トヨタ・エスティマ, Hepburn: Toyota Esutima) in Japan, and Toyota Tarago in Australia, is a minivan that was produced by Toyota from 1990 until October 2019 across three generations.
The name "Previa" is derived from the Spanish for "preview", as Toyota saw the first Previa as a vehicle that would preview technologies used in future minivans. The Previa was the second largest minivan in Toyota's lineup in Japan after the bigger and more luxurious Alphard/Vellfire.
First generation (XR10/XR20; 1990)
The first generation, designed by Toyota designer Tokuo Fukuichi and Calty designer David Doyle in 1987 (patent filed 24 December 1987), was introduced on 27 January 1990, and had only one sliding side door for the rear passengers. It featured a mid-engined platform, where the inline-four cylinder gasoline-powered engine was installed almost flat (at a 75-degree angle), beneath the front seats.
Installing the engine in this configuration allowed moderately easy access to the spark plugs, which were located underneath a panel on the mid right-side of the vehicle, after removing the front right seat, the carpet and an access panel.
All of the engine-driven accessories, such as the alternator, power steering pump, air conditioning compressor and radiator fan, are accessible from the front hood and are driven by an accessory driveshaft on the front of the engine. This method received the name Supplemental Accessory Drive System, or "SADS". Placing these items in front allowed the designers to achieve an even front/rear weight distribution, which benefits ride quality and handling. However, it also prevented the installation of a larger engine, and meant that the design and development costs could not be mitigated by sharing the platform with other vehicles.
The first generation Previa was 4,750 mm (187.0 in) long and 1,800 mm (70.9 in) wide. In Japan, two smaller versions, the Toyota Estima Lucida and Toyota Estima Emina, were produced from January 1992, which were approximately 110 mm (4.3 in) narrower and 70 mm (2.8 in) shorter than the standard model. The original design continued to be sold in Japan, but became known as the "wide-body" Estima.
The reason that the smaller Emina and Lucida models were developed is the vehicle tax system in Japan, which is based on the product of the length and width of the car; the smaller variants fall into a lower tax band. The Estima Emina and Estima Lucida were also available with a 2.2-liter diesel engine (3C-T and 3C-TE). In Japan, the Estima and Estima Emina were exclusive to the dealerships called Toyota Store. The Estima Lucida sold at Toyota Corolla Store dealerships. The two received small redesigns in 1994 and a facelift in 1996.
The first generation Previa was available in both rear- and all-wheel drive versions (called All-Trac) and powered by a 135 PS (99 kW) JIS four-cylinder 2.4-liter fuel injection engine. Available with a four-speed automatic or five-speed manual gearbox, this Previa also seated seven or eight people, with three seating configurations offered (North America only received the seven passenger configurations, however).
All configurations have a driver and front passenger seat forward, and a three-seat bench seat at the rear that splits and folds flat against the sides of the cabin. The eight-seat configuration contains a 2/1 split swiveling bench seat in the middle row, while the seven-seat configurations contain either two independently swiveling captain's chairs (referred to as "Quad Seating"), in the middle row or a two-seat bench offset towards the driver's side. The third row is better upholstered in the seven-seat version.
The Previa was available with either four-wheel disc brakes or traditional front disc/rear drum brake setup, with anti-lock brakes (ABS) as an option.
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Common 1995 Toyota Previa problems
The 1995 Toyota Previa is known for several common problems that owners have reported over the years. Below is a list of these issues and their details:
- Rattling Sound When Idling: A loose crankshaft pulley bolt is the culprit behind this issue. If you hear a rattling sound when the engine is idling, you may be able to remove the bolt, apply thread locker, and reinstall it. However, if the thread is too worn, you will need to replace the bolt entirely.
- Stalling and Rough Idling: These issues are often caused by problems with the mass airflow sensor. You may not need to replace the entire MAF unit; instead, you can find and install a new MAF sensor.
- Excessive Tyre Wear: The Previa is known for wearing down tyres quickly, with an estimated lifespan of 15-30,000 miles. You should regularly check the tyre tread depth and replace the tyres when necessary to ensure safety and legal compliance.
- Turbo Failure: If you hear a whistling noise coming from the top of the engine or experience a lack of power, you may have turbo problems. A failed turbo will require replacement, which can be expensive.
- Suspension Problems: The rear track control arm is known to fail on the Previa, causing a knocking noise from the suspension area when driving over speed bumps or rough surfaces. Replacing the rear track control arm will fix this issue.
- Loose Armrests: The armrests on the Previa can become loose, causing them to fall straight back down instead of standing up when moved out of the way. Replacing the armrests will resolve this problem.
- Failing Oxygen Sensor: A failed oxygen sensor can cause the engine management warning light to appear on the dashboard and result in higher than usual fuel consumption. Replacing the oxygen sensor will address these issues.
- Faulty Fuel Safety Cut-Off System: This issue can cause constant engine misfiring, requiring the replacement of the entire fuel safety cut-off system.
- Speed Sensor and Brake Issues: Owners have reported problems related to a faulty speed sensor, low brake fluid, and total brake failure. Regular maintenance and inspections can help prevent these issues.
- Engine and Transmission Problems: Issues such as engine air filter replacement, oil changes, transmission fluid flushes, and valve replacements are common for the Previa. Regular maintenance can help prevent these problems.
- Electrical Issues: Problems with the starter, ignition switch, and window regulator replacement have been reported by Previa owners. These issues may require professional diagnosis and repair.
What is the common problem of Toyota Previa?
A common issue on the Previa is for the arm rests to become loose. When they become very loose, they will not stand up when you try to move them out of the way. Instead they will fall straight back down.
Is Toyota Previa a reliable car?
I have owned 2 Previa's and I put 180,000 miles on the first one and more than 200,000 on the second one which I still drive every day. Both were extremely reliable and other than a battery, brakes, tires and oil changes, you'll never have to worry about anything. I wish they still made them today.
Why did Toyota discontinue the Previa?
The Previa was considered too small and too underpowered to compete with the much bigger and cheaper Chrysler minivans, and so Toyota stopped selling it in the United States and went to the very competent but basically unoriginal Sienna.
What was special about Toyota Previa?
However, the Previa wasn't just a simple, run-of-the-mill minivan. In fact, it was one of the most special vehicles in automotive history. After all, this was a mid-engined car from Toyota that not only came with an all-wheel drive powertrain, but also featured a supercharger!
What is the common problem of Toyota Previa?
A common issue on the Previa is for the arm rests to become loose. When they become very loose, they will not stand up when you try to move them out of the way. Instead they will fall straight back down.
Is Toyota Previa a reliable car?
I have owned 2 Previa's and I put 180,000 miles on the first one and more than 200,000 on the second one which I still drive every day. Both were extremely reliable and other than a battery, brakes, tires and oil changes, you'll never have to worry about anything. I wish they still made them today.
Why did they stop making Toyota Previa?
The Previa was considered too small and too underpowered to compete with the much bigger and cheaper Chrysler minivans, and so Toyota stopped selling it in the United States and went to the very competent but basically unoriginal Sienna.
What was special about Toyota Previa?
However, the Previa wasn't just a simple, run-of-the-mill minivan. In fact, it was one of the most special vehicles in automotive history. After all, this was a mid-engined car from Toyota that not only came with an all-wheel drive powertrain, but also featured a supercharger!
1995 Toyota Previa car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Toyota Previa problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Air bags problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Seat belts problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Unknown or other problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1995 Toyota Previa vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1995 Toyota Previa
The NHTSA has received 37 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1995 Toyota Previa. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1995 Toyota Previa vehicles.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-08-04
- VIN: JT3AC14R6S1
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: I WENT TO VENTURA TOYOTA TO SEEK REPAIRS ON MY SEATBELT FOR MY RECENTLY PURCHASED 1995 PREVIA BASED UPON THE 1997 IIHSA CRASH TESTS WHICH DETERMINED THAT THE ENERGY MANAGEMENT LOOP IN THE BELT WAS A DANGEROUS DEFECT. I WAS TOLD THAT THERE WAS AN UPDATED PART FOR THE VEHICLE, SO I ORDERED IT AND HAD IT INSTALLED ON 8/4/16. AFTER GETTING THE VEHICLE BACK I REALIZED THAT THE "UPDATED" PART WAS NOT AN UPDATED PART BUT WAS INSTEAD AN OLDER 1993 PART WHICH ALSO HAD THE SAME DEFECT. I RETURNED TO VENTURA TOYOTA AND THEY ACKNOWLEDGED THAT IT WAS NOT AN UPDATED PART AS THEY HAD REPRESENTED. HOWEVER, THEY ARE UNABLE TO MAKE FURTHER REPAIRS BECAUSE THERE IS NO UPDATED PART. THEY HAVE ALSO REFUSED MY REQUEST TO REMOVE THE PART WHICH IS NOT AS WAS REPRESENTED OR TO REFUND MY MONEY. TOYOTA HAS MISREPRESENTED THE NATURE AND TYPE OF PART THEY WERE INSTALLING ON MY CAR AND HAS KNOWINGLY INSTALLED A DEFECTIVE PART ON MY VEHICLE WHICH CONTAINS THE SAME DEFECT AND IS OLDER THE ONE I SPECIFICALLY REQUESTED BE REMOVED.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-10-14
- VIN: JT3AC24SXS1
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHEN MY WIFE USES THE BRAKE AND IS TURNING THE CAR. THE ACCELERATE FOR NO APPARENT REASON. *TR
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-03-10
- VIN: JT3AC14RXS1
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: PROBLEM OF UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. WE HAVE A 1995 PREVIA. ABOUT 3 YRS BACK THE VAN WOULD ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN. LUCKILY WE DID NOT HAVE ANY ACCIDENTS. FIRST MY WIFE NOTICED IT. THEN I STARTED DRIVING THE VAN AND NOTICED IT TOO. SCARED US. REALLY SCARY. I HAD TO PRESS ON BRAKE PEDAL FORCEFULLY TO SLOW DOWN AND STOP. TOOK IT TO LANSING TOYOTA DEALER, THE HEAD ENGINEER THOUGHT IT WAS ONE KIND OF SENSOR WHICH WAS ABOUT $350.00. ONCE IT WAS REPLACED, IF IT STILL DID THE SAME, HE WOULD REPLACE ANOTHER SENSOR THAT WOULD COST $600.00. WE FIRST REPLACED THE FIRST SENSOR AND STILL IT WOULD ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN. SO WE ENDED UP REPLACING THE OTHER SENSOR AND THAT SOLVED THE PROBLEM. WE HAVE NOT HAD ANY UNINTENDED ACCELERATION PROBLEM SINCE THEN. WE NEVER REPORTED IT 3 YRS AGO (THOUGH WE WERE TOLD TO) AS WE THOUGHT WITH AGING OF THE VEHICLE IT COULD CAUSE THESE KIND OF PROBLEMS AND NOT BE NECESSARILY DUE TO MANUFACTURING DEFECTS. BUT READING ABOUT OTHER TOYOTA CUSTOMERS PROBLEMS WE DECIDED TO REPORT IT NOW AS IT MAY HELP OTHER CUSTOMERS/KEEP THEM SAFE. WE HAVE MOST OF THE RECORDS RELATED TO ABOVE REPAIRS AT SPARTAN LANSING TOYOTA. IF YOU NEED MORE INFORMATION PLEASE LET US KNOW. *TR
EQUIPMENT,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-08-15
- VIN: JT3AC13R2S1
- Components: EQUIPMENT,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I HAVE OWNED MY 1995 CAR FOR 5 YEARS. JUST RECENTLY I WAS UNABLE TO START THE CAR WHEN THE ALARM WENT OF. I DIDN'T EVEN KNOW I HAD AN ALARM IN THIS CAR.THE ALARM WOULD NOT ALLOW ME TO START MY CAR. I FINALLY TOOK OFF THE NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE AND PUT IT BACK ON AND SOMETIMES THE CAR WOULD START, BUT IT WOULD DRIVE ROUGH AND STALL OUT. I KNEW IT HAD SOMETHING TO DO WITH THE ACR ALARM, SO I CONTACTED THE COMPANY THAT MADE IT. THEY WERE STANDOFFISH AND TOLD ME IT HAD NOTHING TO DO WITH THE ALARM.I LOOKED ON THE NET AND FOUND MANY POST AND EVEN A VIDEO ABOUT THIS ALARM CAUSING PROBLEMS AND EVEN STALLING CARS IN TRAFFIC. AGAIN I CONTACTED THE COMPANY TO GET WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO REMOVE THE DEVICE, THEY BLAMED MY CAR AND THEN TOLD ME THEY HAD NO INFO FOR THE DEVICES SERIAL NUMBER THAT I GAVE THEM. I EMAILED THEM PHOTOS OF THE DEVICE AND HAVE NOT HEARD BACK FROM THEM. I ENDED UP TAKING THE CAR TO MY MECHANIC AND HE REMOVED THE ALARM AND NOW THE CAR RUNS FINE. I AM VERY CONCERNED THAT THERE ARE MANY PEOPLE OUT THERE THAT ARE IN DANGER BECAUSE OF THIS ALARM. LIKE I SAID I HAVE OWNED THIS USED CAR FOR SEVERAL YEARS AND DIDN'T EVEN KNOW IT HAD A ALARM, AND ONE THAT COULD BE POTENTIAL HAZARDOUS. THE COMPANY IS EITHER NOT AWARE OF THIS OR THEY ARE PURPOSELY GIVING ME THE RUN-AROUND. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-08-09
- VIN: JT3AC23S9S1
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
- Summary: ON AT LEAST FOUR OCCASIONS WHILE DRIVING A HIGHWAY SPEEDS THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY SHUTS OFF. I MANAGED TO SAFELY STEER THE VEHICLE TO A SAFE AREA. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER AND THEY REPLACED THE FUEL PUMP RESISTOR ASSEMBLE(PART $# 23080-76010). SINCE OWNING THIS VEHICLE I HAVE PAID FOR THIS REPAIR, ALONG WITH THE TOWING CHARGES, AT LEAST THREE TIMES. THIS IS INDEED A SAFETY ISSUE AND I HAVE NOT BEEN CONTACTED BY TOYOTA SO THEY CAN ADDRESS THIS SAFETY ISSUE. THE FIRST TIME THIS ENGINE SHUT OFF OCCURRED IN 2000. IT HAPPENED AGAIN IN 2003; AGAIN IN 2005 (I PARKED THE VEHICLE FOR A YEAR BECAUSE OF FRUSTRATION); HAD VEHICLE REPAIRED THE SUMMER OF 2006; THE RESISTOR BURNED OUT AGAIN DECEMBER 2007; I JUST REPLACE THE RESISTER AGAIN. PLEASE NOTE THE FIRST TIME THIS OCCURRED WAS IN 2000 AND IT HAS OCCURRED SEVERAL TIMES SINCE THEN. IT IS AN ONGOING SAFETY ISSUE. THE DATE OF PURCHASE IS APPROXIMATE. THE DEFECTIVE PART IS THE FUEL PUMP RESISTOR THAT SHUTS OFF THE FUEL PUMP WHEN IT BURNS OUT/OPENS. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-06-01
- VIN: 1Y1SK528XSZ
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 TOYOTA PREVIA. THE CONTACT SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING AFTER SHE PARKED THE VEHICLE. SHE ATTEMPTED TO SHUT OFF THE VEHICLE BUT WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. SMOKE BEGAN TO RISE FROM UNDERNEATH THE HOOD. WHEN THE SMOKE CLEARED, THE VEHICLE'S ENGINE FAILED TO RESTART. THE ENGINE SIZE WAS UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 140,000.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-08-20
- Crash: 1
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: VEHICLE'S PASSENGER REAR TIRE BLEW OUT.*MR WHILE CHANGING LANES THE VEHICLE PASSENGER SIDE REAR TIRE BLEWOUT. THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE WENT OFF THE ROADWAY AND STRUCK THE CONCRETE DIVIDER WALL. THE VEHICLE SUSTAINED DAMAGE TO THE FRONT END, FRONT QUARTER PANEL, RIGHT REAR SIDE WINDOWS, LEFT FRONT QUARTER PANEL, REAR BUMPER, RIGHT REAR TAILLIGHT COVER AND REAR WINDOW (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT). *NM
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-06-01
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: THE EXHAUST PIPE CRACKED, WHICH CAUSED EXHAUST FUMES TO ENTER THE PASSENGER CABIN. DEALER DIAGNOSED THE CRACK WAS CAUSED DUE TO VEHICLE'S DESIGN. *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-08-01
- VIN: JT3AC24S4S1
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: MY SUPERCHARGED 1995 TOYOTA PREVIA MINIVAN LOSES POWER WHEN TURNING CORNERS AND CLIMBING HILLS. IT HAS NOT YET COME TO A FULL STOP BUT SLOWS DOWN ALMOST TO A STOP. OUR INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM WHEN IT FIRST OCCURRED IN 1998 AT 53,000 MILES BUT SUGGESTED THAT WE TRY USING PREMIUM GAS. THAT APPEARED TO SOLVE THE PROBLEM BUT UNBEKNOWNST TO US IT WAS JUST MASKING IT. THE TOYOTA DEALERS SERVICE REP WHO FINALLY DIAGNOSED THE PROBLEM AT 88,000 MILES IN NOVEMBER 2000, SAID THAT THE PROBLEM IS AN ENGINE DEFECT (HIS WORD). ACCORDING TO HIM, THE MATERIAL WHICH TOYOTA USED FOR THE ENGINE BLOCK IN THE SUPERCHARGED PREVIAS WAS TOO SOFT SO THE ENGINE DEVELOPED SECONDARY AND TERTIARY RIDGE RINGS. AS I UNDERSTAND IT, THESE EXTRA RIDGE RINGS CAUSE THE ANTI-KNOCK SENSOR TO CUT POWER TO THE ENGINE UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES. IT IS MASKED WHEN USING PREMIUM GAS BECAUSE PREMIUM BURNS HOTTER BUT HE SAID THAT AS THE RIDGE RINGS BECOME MORE PRONOUNCED, THE PREMIUM GAS WILL CEASE TO COMPENSATE AND WE COULD LOSE ALL POWER ABRUPTLY. HE STATED THAT TOYOTA HAD ISSUED A TSB ABOUT THE PROBLEM, WHICH HAS BEEN SUBSEQUENTLY DENIED BY THE NATIONAL CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVES. THE DEALER HAS REPLACED THE DEFECTIVE ENGINE BLOCK FOR OTHER PREVIA S/C OWNERS WHOSE VEHICLES ARE STILL UNDER WARRANTY BUT REFUSES TO REPLACE OURS SINCE THE WARRANTY HAS EXPIRED. THE REP SUGGESTED THAT I SHOULD TAKE THE VEHICLE TO A DIFFERENT TOYOTA DEALER WHO WOULDNT KNOW THE HISTORY OF THE CAR AND TRADE IT IN FOR A NEW VEHICLE. SINCE THAT DIAGNOSIS WE HAVE NOT DARED TO DRIVE THE CAR BEYOND OUR COMMUNITY BECAUSE WE DONT KNOW WHEN WE WILL SUDDENLY LOSE POWER. I FILED AN NHTSA COMPLAINT ON 11.19.01 BUT NEVER RECEIVED A CONFIRMATION # OR SIGNATURE FORM. TODAY I TALKED TO YOUR HOTLINE REP WHO SAID THAT THE COMPLAINT MUST NOT HAVE GONE THROUGH SO I SHOULD FILE IT AGAIN. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-07-15
- VIN: JT3AC24S4S1
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: CAR LOSES POWER WHEN TURNING CORNERS AND CLIMBING HILLS. PROBLEM CURRENTLY DOESN'T OCCUR WHEN USING PREMIUM GAS, AS SUGGESTED BY OUR INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM WHEN IT FIRST OCCURRED IN 1998. DEALER SERVICE REP, WHO DIAGNOSED THE PROBLEM IN NOVEMBER 2000, SAYS THAT THE MATERIAL WHICH TOYOTA USED FOR THE ENGINE BLOCK IN THE SUPERCHARGED PREVIAS WAS TOO SOFT SO THE ENGINE DEVELOPED SECONDARY AND TERTIARY RIDGE RINGS WHICH, AS I UNDERSTAND IT, CAUSE THE ANTI-KNOCK SENSOR TO CUT POWER TO THE ENGINE UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES. IT IS MASKED WHEN USING PREMIUM GAS WHICH BURNS HOTTER BUT HE SAID THAT AS THE RIDGE RINGS BECOME MORE PRONOUNCED, THE PREMIUM WILL CEASE TO COMPENSATE AND WE COULD LOSE ALL POWER ABRUPTLY. THE DEALER HAS REPLACED THE ENGINE BLOCK FOR OTHER PREVIA S/C OWNERS WHOSE VEHICLES ARE STILL UNDER WARRANTY BUT REFUSES TO REPLACE OURS SINCE THE WARRANTY HAS EXPIRED.*AK
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-04-30
- VIN: JT3AC14R3S1
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON, AND THE MANUAL SAID TO REPORT TO DEALER IMMEDIATELY.*AK
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-08-10
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JT3AC13R551
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT 50 TO 60 MPH AND HIT ANOTHER CAR HEAD-ON. UPON IMPACT, AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.*AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-05-01
- VIN: JT3AC14R7S1
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING ENGINE DIES/NO POWER AND NO ACCELERATION, TOWED TO DEALER. DEALER PUT IN A NEW ENGINE AT 31,000 MILES. TWO YEARS LATER, THE SAME PROBLEM OCCURRED.*AK
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-06-06
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIRBAG SENSOR FAILED/FALSE DEPLOYMENT, CAUSING THE AIRBAG TO DISCHAGE WHEN THE CAR SCRAPPED THE CURB DURING A THREE POINT TURN. NLM
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-03-28
- VIN: JT3AC14R4S1
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHILE ENTERING MY VEHICLE AT NIGHT, THE WHEEL , SPECIFICALLY THE "CRUISE CONTROL LEVER" WAS IN THE 6:00 O'CLOCK POSITION. I HIT THE LEVER WITH MY KNEE WHILE ENTERING THE VEHICLE AND BROKE THE LEVER. OTHER THAN BEING UPSET FOR A MOST LIKELY COSTLY REPAIR, I DIDN'T THINK MUCH OF IT UNTIL A FEW MINUTES LATER. I WAS EXITING A SHOPPING CENTER PARKING LOT WITH TRAFFIC MOVING ALL AROUND, ALSO, SOMEONE WAS FOLLOWING ME. WHEN I WENT TO TURN LEFT, THE WHEEL FROZE (DUE TO THE CRUISE CONTROL LEVER HAD CAUGHT ON THE WIPER LEVER, AND WOULD NOT MOVE) IN THAT IT WAS NIGHT, I DID NOT REALIZE THE PROBLEM AND PANIKED , SLAMMED ON BRAKES, AND ALMOST GOT HIT FROM THE REAR AND RIGHT SIDE AS WELL, SINCE THE WHEEL WAS FROZEN AND ALL STEERING WAS LOST. THIS COULD HAVE BEEN A FATALITY, KILLING MANY PEOPLE AND OF COURSE THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTS DUE TO A MANUFACTURING DESIGN. I AM VERY FORTUNATE THAT AN ACCIDENT DID NOT OCCUR, BUT I DO HAVE NIGHTMARES AS TO WHAT COULD HAVE HAPPENED. AN INVESTIGATION INTO THIS PROBLEM WOULD BE MOST APPRECIATED. I HAVE NOT HAD THE CRUISE CONTROL REPLACED, IN THAT THE SAME PROBLEM COULD OCCUR AGAIN. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-06-06
- VIN: JT3AC24S7S1
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING HAD TO APPLY THE ABS BRAKES AND VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP. PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR, RESULTING IN EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. IT'S AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. BEEN TO DEALER FOR REPAIRS. MECHANIC WILL TRY TO REPAIR ABS BRAKE PROBLEM. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-08-01
- VIN: JT3AC12R0S1
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-04-10
- VIN: JT3AC14R0S1
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: ENGINE PROBLEMS EXPERIENCED SINCE 10-APR-96 (ENGINE LIGHT, OIL CONSUMPTION/LEAKAGE), SEVERAL ATTEMPTS TO REMEDY WITH REPLACEMENT PARTS, HOWEVER HAVE FAILED. MJS
INTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-02-01
- VIN: JT3AC14R0S1
- Components: INTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: REAR DOME LIGHT BULB FAILED. MJS
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: ENGINE CHECK LIGHT REMAINS ILLUMINATED, INDICATING A MALFUNCTION WITHIN THE SYSTEM, CAUSE UNKNOWN. ALSO THE VEHICLE IS CONSUMING LARGE QUANTITIES OF OIL. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-03-20
- VIN: JT3AC13R4S1
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: MULTIPLE/REOCCURING PROBLEMS WITH BRAKES, ESPECIALLY FRONT BRAKES WHICH WEAR OUT EXCESSIVELY, SEVERAL REPAIRS AND REPLACEMENTS, HOWEVER PROBLEMS CONTINUE.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1997-05-28
- VIN: JT3AC13R4S1
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: CATALYTIC CONVERTER REPLACED DUE TO LOUD RATTLING NOISE WHEN BACKING/WHEN COLD.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1997-05-27
- VIN: JT3AC13R4S1
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: FRONT TIRES REPLACED/ALIGNED, TIRES ARE NOW IN NEED OF REPLACENT AGAIN.
AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-02-08
- VIN: JT3AC13R4S1
- Components: AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: DASH AND AIR BAG SEAL COMING APART.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-11-05
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JT3AC13R351
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: WHEN VAN WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE CRASH, THERE WAS NO DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAGS. REPORTS SHOW THAT THE AIR BAG SENSOR WAS PUSHED IN, BUT THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. THE VAN IS BEING REPAIRED. DAMAGES TOTALLING $8,000.00. *AK
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I hope you're doing well! I just wanted to say that I think you made a fantastic purchase when you bought your vehicle. You mentioned that you purchased it used with 20,000 miles on it, and now, 7 years later, you've put 102,000 miles on it! That's amazing! It sounds like you've really put it to the test, using it for long trips and around town every day. Despite all that use, you mentioned that you've only had to change the brake pads every 2 years, and that it just keeps on running without any problems. That's really impressive! I'm glad to hear that the AWD is great in the snow too. It sounds like you've got a great vehicle that you'll be able to drive for a long time to come. Thanks for sharing your experience with me!
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I'm so glad to hear that you've had such a positive experience with your van! It sounds like it's been a really reliable vehicle for you, even with all those miles on it. The only issue you mentioned was with the brakes, but it's great to hear that it was diagnosed and fixed. Plus, it's always a bonus to have a vehicle that gets great gas mileage and has plenty of room inside. Thanks for sharing your experience!
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So fun! Your van has good power, spinning seats, two sunroofs, and amazing comfort. Your friends won't believe that your van was designed at the same time as their Windstars that lack headrests, adjustable seats, and their first transmissions. It's really a car you can be proud of. The space is great and the fact that you don't have to remove the seats in order to create spontaneous cargo space is awesome.
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I'm so glad to hear that you've had such a positive experience with your van! It sounds like it's been a really reliable vehicle for you, even with all those miles on it. The only issue you mentioned was with the brakes, but it's great to hear that it was diagnosed and fixed. Plus, it's always a bonus to have a vehicle that gets great gas mileage and has plenty of room inside. Thanks for sharing your experience!
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Excellent car! It may be a little underpowered, but it has a 4-speed automatic overdrive which can be manually turned off on the shift column. So when going uphill, I take it out of overdrive and the car is fine. I do regular oil changes and tire rotations, but nothing else. I will finally put in new plugs (at 145,000!) and new brake pads. This car is very reliable.
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Caesar Dare 2024-11-06
I hope you're doing well! I just wanted to share my experience with this van. I purchased it two years ago and it has been an awesome older used vehicle. I've only had to do minor maintenance and haven't had any big problems. It's been reliable in all seasons and has been a great choice for a soccer mom like me!