Ignition Problems in popular cars
Ignition problem is a common vehicle problem that happens to most car brands and models. The following is a sample list of Ignition problems reported in most popular vehicles.
Ignition problem of Chevrolet Trailblazer
The vehicle was a 2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the technician diagnosed that the ignition needed to be replaced. The repairs were made to the vehicle. The manufacture was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 75,796 and the current mileage was 76,000. This issue happened on 04/02/2014.
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Ignition problem of Chevrolet Malibu
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is 1G1ZT58N07_. The owner has a 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the key failed to release from the ignition. The contact also mentioned that the steering wheel seized intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times for the failure. The dealer replaced the steering column motor and sensor several times, however, the failure was not corrected. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 28,000 and the current mileage was 190,000. This ignition problem happened on Jan. 1, 2007.
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Ignition problem of Chrysler Town & Country
The vehicle involved was a 2010 Chrysler town and country. Tl- the vehicle involved is a 2010 Chrysler town and country. The contact stated that after receiving recall repairs under recall NHTSA campaign id number: 11v139000 (electrical system:ignition) while attempting to make a right turn the vehicle stalled while driving approximately 40 mph. The contact mentioned that the failure had occurred while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 41,000. Pmb. It was Sunday, Jul. 15, 2012 when this ignition issue happened.
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Ignition problem of Chrysler Town & Country
The vehicle involved is a 2010 Chrysler town and country. Consumer owns a 2010 Chrysler town and country terrain. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign id number: 11v139000 (electrical system: ignition). The repairs were made in January 2012. The contact stated that while driving, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was able to be restarted and was taken to the dealer. The dealer was unable to duplicate failure and the vehicle was not further repaired. The approximate current mileage was 42,500. The approximate failure mileage was 34,000. The failure date was 03/01/2012.
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Ignition problem of Dodge Grand Caravan
The car involved was a 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. Vehicle identification number (VIN) of the vehicle is 2D8HN54P08_. I purchased my van in March of 2009 from lee Chrysler. It was a one owner with some warranty left on it. A week or two, maybe less my husband and I had problems with the keyless entry keys not opening the van. After several trips to the dealership that problem was resolved. From that time on, every few months there was another problem. I have all the documentation, as to when all the work was done and what. When I purchased the van the previous owners had already replaced the brakes and starter. I found this out when I had to replace the brakes October 2011 and the starter in the spring of 2012. Since these items were under warranty in 2008, the first time they were replaced, I think it was the dealerships place to tell me that this work had been done. In July 2013 the ignition stopped working and I had to have it replaced. Lee Chrysler doesn't have cars to loan, I had to rent one at my expense. They ordered and repaired the ignition, then my keys would not program to the new ignition, so I had to wait, paying for the rental another 3 days for them to order new keys, at my expense. The company should have know that old keys, the type I have, would not program to a new ignition. This is just the things that I have receipts for. The recalls I don't have all of them, but you have that list. I think since the company sold me a bad van in the beginning that they should help me get into a vehicle I could afford to replace this one. Ok I know you say why didn't I contact you or someone before now. I did write to Chrysler CO. In 2010 and they said they were sorry I was unhappy with my van, but there wasn't anything they could do. I also sent them a e-mail. They will not do anything, my van only has 70,000 miles on it. Thank you for your time. This issue happened on Wednesday, March 25, 2009.
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Ignition problem of Dodge Dakota
The car involved was a 1994 Dodge Dakota. The VIN of this vehicle was 1B7GL23X0R_. Front left door snapped off. I can't open the drivers door from the inside. Also, both seat belts snapped, the air and heat doesn't work, the brakes locked up, which affected the steering. The transmission was replaced three timed, the vehicle would loose power and the engine would die. The catalytic converter rattled. There was a rough idle and then the vehicle would stall. The cruise control was inoperative, the tires wore out prematurely. Also, I had difficulty getting the vehicle out of park. The idler arm is in the process of breaking, the ignition broke after the keys became stuck, the fuel pump failed and the bearing and bushing needs to be replaced. The failure date was 01/01/2007.
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Ignition problem of Ford Focus
The car was a 2003 Ford Focus. The VIN of this vehicle was 3FAFP31353_. Key will not turn in ignition. The failure date was Monday, January 13, 2014.
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Ignition problem of Ford Focus
The VIN of this vehicle is 3FAFP313X1_. Consumer has a 2001 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start and the key broke off in the ignition. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where it was stated that the ignition needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the problem recurred. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 186,000. This issue happened on Sat., Jun. 22, 2013.
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Ignition problem of GMC Jimmy
The vehicle is a 1996 GMC Jimmy. The VIN of the problem Jimmy is 1GKDT13W9T_. Stopped at local restaurant, ignition would not turn off and we were unable to remove the key. At this time, the vehicle is not driveable at all. We are unable to start or shut off the vehicle. The vehicle is not recognizing that the key is in the ignition. All dash lights are on, brakes do not work. This is a safey concern. This problem occurred on Monday, August 13, 2012.
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Ignition problem of GMC Yukon
The vehicle involved is a 2009 GMC Yukon. The vehicle identification number (VIN) of the car was 1GKFK23079_. When the vehicle is placed in park, key turned to off position and the keys are removed from the ignition, the engine remains running and engaged until the driver or passenger door is opened. When the door is opened, then the engine cuts off. This ignition issue occurred Wed., Jan. 18, 2012.
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Ignition problem of Acura MDX
The vehicle was a 2003 Acura Mdx. The VIN of this vehicle is 2HNYD188X3_. Ignition can be turned off in any gear and key removed. This should only be possible while in park for safety considerations. Vehicle will coast if on a grade. This ignition problem happened on 02/28/12.
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Ignition problem of Acura TL
The car involved was a 2001 Acura Tl. The VIN of this vehicle is 19UUA56641_. Consumer has a 2001 Acura 3. 2 Tl. The contact stated that the key can be removed from the ignition without the shift being in park. Removal of the ignition key when the gear selector in an automatic transmission was not shifted into the park position could cause the vehicle to roll away and cause a crash. The failure was not diagnosed by a dealer nor was the manufacturer notified. The failure mileage was 118,000. This issue happened on 06/12/2010.
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Ignition problem of Honda Civic
The car involved was a 2002 Honda Civic. The VIN of this vehicle is JHMES16502_. When in haste I parked and got out of my car with the keys in my hand, it began to roll. I quickly entered the vehicle, stopped it, found the gear selector lever still in drive. Previously they key could. This problem occurred on Wednesday, September 12, 2012.
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Ignition problem of Honda Pilot
The vehicle is a 2003 Honda Pilot. Vehicle identification number (VIN): 2HKYF18574_. I was unable to start my car due to faulty ignition switch. I was stranded, with my kids, and in the cold-unable to even run the heat. The key issue was reported to Honda and I was waiting for help from the company due to the known defect in the key/ignition tumblers, as widely reported to me by a locksmith and a dealer. Honda has been unwilling to issue a recall notice regarding this defect. This problem occurred on Dec. 13, 2012.
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Ignition problem of Hyundai Sonata
The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) was 5NPEC4AB2C_. 2012 Hyundai Sonata. Consumer states concern with electronic ignition system and the lack of an engine kill switch. The consumer stated he had no way of shutting down the vehicle if the computer system accelerated or if he encountered a stuck gas pedal. The consumer wants to know, that he has a positive means of manually shutting down the vehicle in an emergency situation. The consumer would like a clear explanation of the push button engine star/stop switch. He would like to know is it a computer function or a manual electrical disconnect to the vehicle electronics. Also, if it is a computer function, will the dealer install a manual toggle switch under the dash that will kill all electrical power to the vehicle. This problem occurred on Saturday, September 1, 2012.
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Ignition problem of Hyundai Tucson
The vehicle involved is a 2012 Hyundai Tucson. Crash happened when the problem occurred. The vehicle identification number (VIN) of the car was KM8JU3AC1C_. This car has an automatic transmission and it pulls out of park very easily with no key in the ignition or foot on the brake. This led to my car rolling down a hill and hitting a tree with no one in the drivers seat. When I went to the dealer they tried this on another car in the lot and it did the same thing. I was told by Hyundai corporate offices that this is a "campaign" item. I can not find this problem listed and I think it should be addressed before it leads to injury or death. This ignition problem happened on Friday, July 13, 2012.
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Ignition problem of Infiniti QX4
The car was a 1999 Infiniti Qx4. Vehicle identification number (VIN): JNRAR07Y8X_. The ignition key, at times, would not rotate so as to allow the driver to start the vehicle. Vehicle was repaired by an Infiniti dealer who could not explain what was wrong with the ignition key or assembly, or why the part failed. As a safety issue I asked Infiniti USA to look into the matter and they pretty much gave me the "brush-off" without any explanation. I see this a a major safety issue considering a person(s) could be stranded in any weather conditions if the ignition did not allow them to start the vehicle. If in a remote area a person could easily freeze to death without being able to start the vehicle. I don't believe the part should have failed considering the minimal amount of mileage on the vehicle at the time. This is not a normal part that a person could have maintained to have in a working condition, it is subject to failure at any given time based on what I have been told. This is not your normal item subject to wear and tear, it needs to be investigated further. This issue happened on Mon., Jan. 2, 2012.
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Ignition problem of Infiniti G35
The vehicle is a 2004 Infiniti G35. Yesterday, July 9, 2012, hile driving under normal conditions on a main city street the engine on my 2004 Infiniti G35 just stopped running. Lost power steering and power brakes. Managed to manually steer the car off the road into a parking lot. The vdc off and slip lights and the check engine soon lights came on. I turned off the ignition and just sat there, stunned, for a few minutes. I decided to try to start it up again, and it did start and sounded ok, so I slowly drove it on home. After doing some research online for the next hour, I kind of figured it might be this defective cam position sensor, as the symptoms my car displayed sounded just like what so many others were describing, plus inifiniti and Nissan had a recall for this very problem issued on the 2003 G35. I completely agree with others that the 2004 G35 should be under this same recall. This is an extremely dangerous situation to be driving and suddenly, without warning, lose all engine power. I will add that later that evening I had to go somewhere, so I took a chance that it would make it. It quit on me twice in the area around my home within 10 blocks. So, obviously I cannot take this car very far from home without getting this repaired and replaced. I took it to autozone today to have them find out the code for the check engine soon light. It's what I suspected, 0340, which is the passenger side cam position sensor. The very thing on the 2003 inifiniti G35 model recall. The failure date was Jul. 9, 2012.
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Ignition problem of Jeep Wrangler
The car is a 2005 Jeep Wrangler. In trying to start my vehicle, a part inside of the ignition broke. I am told I cannot get the part that broke and I must purchase an entire steering column to replace this part in between the key and the electrical component that starts my vehicle. It is a small part, and I cannot see having the entire steering column to replace this small part. I am told by Chrysler that the cost to repair this is about $800. 00. I think this is entirely unreasonable and irresponsible on the part of the manufacturer. This part is used daily and should not fail after 60,000 miles of wear. My seven year / 70,000 mi warranty has just expired and I am appalled that such a large company cannot afford to fix or even stand behind their product. This is obviously a defective piece of equipment to have failed so prematurely. It is used every time you start this vehicle, and upon closer examination of this part, it seems that it is made of sub-standard material to be a part that must endure daily use. This issue happened on Sunday, Dec. 16, 2012.
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Ignition problem of Jeep Wrangler
The vehicle was a 2008 Jeep Wrangler 2-dr 4x4. While driving on the freeway, the windshield fluid sprays and the wipers go on at slow speed. Can't turn wipers or mister off and have to pull over with zero viability. Second time this happened, I lost acceleration pedal and Jeep stalls and starts while all this is going on. Took keys out of ignition and disconnected negative batter but everything still on. Pulled fuses for wipers and fluid to stop that. Had to pop clutch to stall out the Jeep. Very dangerous to have happen while in the carpool lane. Also to find out that the airbags don't work due to a bad clock spring. This ignition problem happened on Sep. 4, 2012.
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Ignition problem of Kia Motor RIO
The vehicle involved is a 2001 Kia Motor Rio. The car had a crash. Consumer complaint: odi case number: 10136024 component: wheels gas ignition? you tell me? when are these people going to be compensated for their lemons kia-2001 details: the consumer was involved in an accident and a tire blew out. After the vehicle stopped spinning, the consumer got out of the vehicle and it burst into flames, the fire department came and they said fire started from heat of power equipment and the ignition burned. This happened on August 6, 2005. The consumer stated she was not informed about the recall regarding the wheels. The consumers daughter complained that the steering wheel vibrated from the time the vehicle was purchased. The same tire that the blew out was the same one that had been replaced numerous times. Occurrences: 1 injuries: 0 fail date: 08/06/2005 deaths: 0 date added to database: 9/9/2005 [file] your own complaint on this model car. It was Aug. 8, 2005 when this ignition issue happened.
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Ignition problem of Kia Motor Sorento
The vehicle was a 2011 Kia Motor Sorento. The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) was 5KYKT3A13B_. This car sometimes after the key is insert in the ignition and turn with the intention of of starting the car it does not start. The lights on the dash board come on but it does not start. After several trays by steping in the brake pedal turn the wheel and move the speed shift it starts. This ignition problem happened on Sunday, July 22, 2012.
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Ignition problem of Land Rover Freelander
The VIN of this vehicle is SALNY22244_. In mid-October 2004, I bought a new Land Rover Freelander from the jim coleman of frederick, MD dealership. The vehicle has had massive electrical issues. Since November of '04, the "hill descent" light (the lr manual suggests this means a major problem), srs (airbag) and the check engine light come on several times. Car has left me stranded twice before 2 months old. When we went to get the car for pick up, the car was dead. Other recurring problems include:
not accelerating properly for highway entry/intersections/left turns. Sluggish, hesitant, lunging forward, very slow pick up. A nauseating burning smell continues to come through the vents into the car and surrounds the hood area when vehicle is running or shortly after turn off. Brakes are shuddering and brake pedal pushes back on my foot when stopping fast. I parked and turned off vehicle. Came back to vehicle an hour later with the ac fans blowing on high. Car was off. No key in ignition. Mechanic and I witnessed the rear gate window drop without the car being on and the key out of the ignition. This happens regularly. Air conditioner spits through vents. Water pouring out vents when going around curves. Significant amount of ac-related water on floor. A/c broke completely. No cold air, only fans. A/c light would not come on. Air would come out, only hot air. Fans stopped working. Front and rear windows completely fogged up on trip to mississippi. Had to use towels to wipe windows down. Drastically cut visibility as windows fogged up. Forced to leave windows down in thunder storms. Drivers side wind shield wiper is dragging at the bottom creating a smeared effect. This ignition issue occurred Mon., Nov. 15, 2004.
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Ignition problem of Land Rover Freelander
The car involved was a 2002 Land Rover Freelander. Heater doesn't provide powerful heat and right foot gets so hot and left foot freezes while driving. Car shakes and rumbles often, sounding like there is no oil. Had severe water leak from missing seals around rear cargo door. Seals, headliner and rug had to be replaced. Gas cap can only be removed with key in it. If key is removed while gas cap is off, makes for extremely difficult time to replace (about 5-10 minutes to work the key back in). Dashboard lights come on frequently to warn of a failure when there is no such failure. Engine doesn't start on first try a lot of times. Once driving for a while then parking for, car sometimes doesn't start on first try. Shifting is difficult, rpms rev pretty high. Car has lurched forward when speed decreases (I. E. Going down hill). This issue happened on May. 18, 2003.
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Ignition problem of Lexus ES
The owner has a owns a 2011 Lexus Es350. The contact stated that the driver exited the vehicle and forgot to shut the ignition off. The vehicle was equipped with a push to start and stop feature. The engine continued to run until a carbon monoxide detector sounded. The driver suffered carbon monoxide poisoning and as a result, was taken to a hospital to treat the condition. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was unavailable. This ignition issue occurred Tue., May. 8, 2012.
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Ignition problem of Lexus RX330
The car was a 2005 Lexus Rx330. The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) is 2T2GA31U65_. 2005 Lexus RX 330. Consumer states problem with ignition lock cylinder that had to be replaced at a cost of $ 825. 00. It was 04/01/11 when this ignition issue happened.
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Ignition problem of Lincoln Town Car
The car involved is a 2001 Lincoln Town Car. The VIN of this Town Car is 1LNHM81W71_. Consumer stated when starting vehicle, the ignition will lock up, turning the steering wheel does not unlock it, vehicle has been taken to dealer 6 times, ignition was replaced once, but did not remedy the problem. It was Tuesday, May 1, 2001 when this ignition issue occurred.
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Ignition problem of Lincoln Town Car
The vehicle involved is a 1999 Lincoln Town Car. The vehicle identification number (VIN) of the car was 1LNHM82W7X_. Intermittent difficuly in starting car will not turn over right away. Dealer has car for third time. So far has be unable to isolate problem. As had car since 3/10/99. This ignition issue occurred Mar. 2, 1999.
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Ignition problem of Mazda 626
The vehicle involved was a 2001 Mazda 626. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is 1YVGF22C61_. Columbia heights, washington DC June 19th 2012, I was with my mother and partner parking in front of giant supermarket returning a movie at local redbox, while waiting for my partner, I turned off the car, sitting inside noticed dense fumes came from the ignition, I removed the key and fumes still coming out, we step outside the car and we saw several sparks in the ignition, I called immediately 911, suddenly a big flame of fire came from the steering wheel, the car was on fire, we were close to the rooms from a local fire department, a man came with a fire extinguisher and calm the fire and flames; fire truck came less than 10 minutes later, but car was already destroyed. I have pictures to prove, phone calls and witness. This issue happened on Tuesday, June 19, 2012.
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Ignition problem of Mazda 626
The vehicle is a 2001 Mazda 626. Traveling in car on interstate in the right hand lane using cruise control set at 70mph. Was coming up on a car and tapped the brake to disengage cruise control and the car did not disengage. I tried to use the brake and it was not working and went to the floor. I could not shut the cruise control off at the controls on the steering wheel either. I quickly swerved onto the shoulder of the freeway to avoid hitting the car in front of me. My husband turned off the ignition and I eased up on the emergency brake and we came to a safe stop. After inspecting the car we turned the car back on and tested the brakes at slow speeds on the shoulder and the brakes engaged normally. My husband feels the cruise control stuck and that is why we could not stop the car with the cruise control buttons or with the brake pedal. This ignition problem happened on Wed., May. 23, 2012.
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Ignition problem of Mercedes Benz ML320
VIN of the vehicle was 4JGAB54E5W_. The vehicle is a 1998 Mercedes Benz Ml320. The contact stated that the vehicle was being repaired by an independent mechanic for unrelated issues when she was informed that the ignition key needed to be replaced because it no longer functioned properly. The contact was not informed as to why the failure occurred. The key was not replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the contact was informed that in order to remedy the failure, the vehicle would need an entire new ignition system. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 180,000. This problem occurred on May. 9, 2012.
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Ignition problem of Mercedes Benz 500
The vehicle was a 2000 Mercedes Benz 500. Vehicle identification number (VIN) of the vehicle is WDBNG75JXY_. Consumer owns a 2000 Mercedes Benz s 500. The contact stated that the key was able to be inserted in the ignition but could not be turned. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was contacted but the vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileages were 120,000. This issue happened on Thursday, March 8, 2012.
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Ignition problem of Mercury Sable
The car involved was a 2003 Mercury Sable. I went to leave from a local park on a Saturday evening, but my vehicle would not move out of park. I had to call a tow truck. The tow truck driver showed me a trick how to get the vehicle to start, by turning the ignition key ever so slightly and then trying to move the shifter to neutral. Once in neutral I started the vehicle and drove home. After driving the vehicle for almost a week by starting in neutral, I was stopped on the following Friday by police. I was informed that I didn't have any working brake lights. I drove home and looked on the internet if there were any recalls on this vehicle. Well, there was a recall done in 2004 (NHTSA action number: rq03008), but I was informed by Ford motor company that my vehicle based on its VIN was not apart of the recall. I requested to speak to a supervisor and was instructed that someone would contact me on that following Monday. I was indeed contacted by Ford motor company and informed again, that based on my VIN, that I did not qualify as a part of the recall. I was told if more complaints were made, then something could possibly be done. I told the Ford representative that I was not interested in having my vehicle repaired as I had the repair done based on the recall information for approximately $50. The issue was exactly as it was described on the NHTSA's website, motortrend and Ford motor company's. The repair took approximately 15 minutes and then I was able to start the vehicle in park and the brake lights were functioning. My concern is that for almost a week I drove with no brake lights in a vehicle where I drive around with my wife, a toddler, and an infant and at any point I could have been rear ended because of this defect in the vehicle. The vehicle is 10 years old, it will never have enough complaints. However, it does not diminish the potential for loss of life from this detect. This issue happened on Sat., Jul. 14, 2012.
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Ignition problem of Mercury Mountaineer
The car was a 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. Crash was involved with the Mercury Mountaineer. While driving on a long trip, without warning, the memory seats change seat setting and went back fully as if I shut the vehicle off, this happened several times while I was driving without my assistance. I finally realized that when I touched the keys in the ignition, the seat went back to its original setting. When this occurred I was unable to reach brake and accelerator pedals which could have caused a fatal accident to occur. If this happened at a time that I needed to apply the brakes, I would not be able to and there would have been no way for me to stop. I took my vehicle to an authorized dealer who replaced the ignition. On 6/6/2012 the same thing happened again (mileage 60774), this time I struck the car in front of me, it was a good thing it happened while I was in traffic, and neither vehicle sustained damage. I brought my vehicle to the same authorized dealer who replaced the ignition again. Thank god all repairs were covered under my warranty. I have been lucky twice. My warranty runs out at 75000, what if it happens a third time, what will my cost then???? or what if it happens while traveling on the highway and I need to stop??. This ignition issue occurred Tuesday, April 6, 2010.
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Ignition problem of Mitsubishi Galant
The car involved is a 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. My heater stopped working. Then the heat would take at least a half an hour before coming on but would only stay warm when I was driving. Cannot keep my windows defrosted in the winter! very unsafe! also, my left, front headlight will go on by itself and will blink, without any key in ignition, it will still come on. Drving at night, headlights wouldnt come on but that front left headlight would blink. I can also hear a clicking sound when this is happening. This problem occurred on Sun., Jan. 1, 2012.
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Ignition problem of Mitsubishi Outlander
The car involved was a 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. The VIN of the car is JA4LZ31G23_. The engine has started on its own w/out the key in the ignition. You cannot turn the engine off w/ the key, after some time it will turn itself off. This problem has occurred twice. The first time the dealership replaced the ignition. The second time the dealership stated it is impossible, and did not find a problem. This ignition issue occurred 10/23/2003.
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Ignition problem of Nissan Altima
Vehicle identification number (VIN): 1N4AL2AP2A_. The vehicle is a 2010 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the automatic push-to-start ignition would not operate when engaged. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 48,000 and the current mileage was 49,000. It was Thursday, Apr. 25, 2013 when this ignition issue happened.
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Ignition problem of Nissan 370Z
The car involved was a 2009 Nissan 370z. The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) was JN1AZ44E39_. The 370z uses a keyless ignition system. The system failed and I am no longer able to start the car. I am being told by the dealer that it is the electronic steering lock system. There are many many other 2009-2010 370z owners that are experiencing this same issue at aprox 30-40k miles. This appears to be a manufacturer defect. The failure date was Oct. 1, 2012.
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Ignition problem of SAAB 95
The vehicle having this issue was a 2003 SAAB 9-5. The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) is YS3EH59G73_. Check engine light kept going on and off and car had made a loud popping noise from the electrical system, when trying to start one day. I checked online for recalls, which stated there was a recall for electrical, ignition issues. I took my car into a repair shop to check on check engine light. There is a recall 06v410000, oct 26 2006 for this very issue but for 6 cylinder, and mine is a 4 cylinder engine. The repair shop replaced the ign cassette. This was a very expensive repair, $582. 45 and should be covered by SAAB. My car could have caught on fire. What do you have to say about that!. This ignition issue occurred 09/28/11.
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Ignition problem of SAAB 95
The car involved was a 2003 SAAB 9-5. My car was built in 2002 as well as others reported, I purchased it used 3 years ago with 64k miles. My direct ignition control in 2003 9-5 linear sedan 2. 3t ceased. Upon research, my dic is the original part 9197559 tk3. 6 2000-2002 are recalled and 'some' 2003 VIN's. With the over abundance of dic failures with the exact same part number, these need to be recalled as a whole. Upon removal of the dic, the engine is leaking at the seams of the head from where the bolts are located, inside the dic and engine section is perfectly clean. Bolts in the head of the engine loose, 1 was lifted out enough to just remove straight out. Car blows blueish smoke when it was starting, switches are defective (gm known issue), oil / engine / head known issues, suspension known issues (among other serious SAAB failures). I have spent thousands of dollars on this vehicle since purchase. The known recalls must be expanded to include the parts, not just 'year' or 'specific VIN'. This was supposed to be a safe, reliable car but instead is causing serious financial issues. Please help the owners all over the world, we should not have to pay for all of this. . We already paid for their 'bailout'!
sincerely~ can not take any more repairs!!!. This problem occurred on Wed., Oct. 26, 2011.
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Ignition problem of Saturn VUE
The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) was 5GZCZ33D33_. The reporting person's vehicle is a 2003 Saturn Vue. The contact stated that she was unable to turn the key in the ignition. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the ignition needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred three times. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 30,000 and the current mileage was 125,000. This ignition issue occurred 09/05/2006.
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Ignition problem of Saturn ION
2006 Saturn Ion. Consumer writes in regards to 2014 vehicle recalls 2003-2007. Vehicle key got stuck in the ignition switch. This ignition issue occurred Mar. 3, 2014.
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Ignition problem of Subaru Forester
Crash was involved with the Subaru Forester. The owner has a 2010 Subaru Forester. The contact was driving 10 mph uphill when the vehicle stalled and rolled backward until crashing into a tree. A police report was not filed and no injuries were reported. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the ignition was not recognizing the key and advised that they did not have a suitable remedy for the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who offered to pay the insurance deductible and extend the warranty for an additional seven years, with conditions. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 5,000. This ignition problem happened on Sunday, July 24, 2011.
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Ignition problem of Subaru Outback
The vehicle involved is a 2000 Subaru Outback. VIN of the vehicle was 4S3BE6865Y_. Intermittently, the gear positioning lever sticks in gear. The consumer depresses the brake pedal several times and plays with the lever to unstick it. The dealership has replaced a part in the gear positioning lever, but the problem still exist. Also, the consumer was unable to remove the key from the ignition when the vehicle is in the park gear. This issue happened on Jun. 6, 2004.
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Ignition problem of Suzuki XL7
The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) is 2S3DB11727_. Consumer owns a 2007 Suzuki Xl7. The contact started the ignition and all of the doors automatically locked and could not be unlocked. After three attempts, the doors were eventually unlocked by a person on the exterior of the vehicle using the key fob. The vehicle was not diagnosed for the malfunction. The contact had not notified the manufacturer of the one time occurrence. The approximate failure mileage was 15,000. Updated 12/20/lj
updated 01/19/12. It was Tue., Jun. 5, 2007 when this ignition issue occurred.
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Ignition problem of Suzuki Vitara
Vehicle identification number (VIN): 2S3TE52V81_. It is very difficult to remove the key from the ignition of my 2001 Suzuki Vitara. I was told by the local Suzuki dealer that this happens to all of them. I feel that if this is happening to all of these vehicles, Suzuki should recall the defective part and replace it with one that will not wear out. This issue happened on Saturday, May. 1, 2004.
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Ignition problem of Toyota Camry
2005 Toyota Camry. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle engine being defective. The check engine light illuminated. A diagnosis revealed water was in the engine and it would need to be replaced at a cost of $1,858. 33 the consumer was informed, the heads could not be removed, because of an engine defect. The screws on the manifold or heads were coming loose and that's how water entered the engine, and the head gasket had blown. The consumer stated about a month ago, she started having problems with the vehicle. She was informed the ignition needed to be replaced. Also, the water pump, and alternator were replaced. The air compressor and heater sensor element failed. Updated 05/12/14. This issue happened on Tue., Nov. 19, 2013.
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Ignition problem of Toyota Prius
The vehicle having this issue was a 2007 Toyota Prius. In 2010 (approximately), the dashboard display of my Prius would intermittently not display when the car was first started. This condition makes it impossible to know how fast the car is going, how much fuel there is, etc. I visited dealers and independent mechanics and no one claimed to know anything about this problem. However, I have subsequently learned that Toyota issued a service bulletin on this very issue in 2009! (t-sb-0172-09). I've also since learned (due to my own research) that the most likely cause of this problem is a faulty combination meter (as per the Toyota sb). One independent garage in san francisco, CA has even started a blog about this because they are seeing so many repairs for this condition! it is absolutely a safety issue and the problem continues in my car today (I've just discovered the potential fix of replacing the combination meter). In addition to the dash display not working, often other issues, such as the engine not turning off, key not releasing from ignition, and rear hatch not releasing are also associated with this problem. Toyota admits in its sb this is due to a faulty computer design from one of its suppliers but refuses to issue a recall notice. Nhtsa should force Toyota to address this issue as the problem happens not only at start-up, but sometimes while driving. Losing speedometer visibility is a serious safety issue; as is not being able to disengage power in the normal fashion. This problem occurred on Sep. 1, 2011.
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Ignition problem of Volkswagen Jetta
The car involved is a 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. Power door lock system failure. Can not lock entire doors. Key got stuck and could not remove key from ignition. Had to call a tow-truck, pay ($350) and have taken to dealer. Dealer recommended replacing entire power door systems. Cost me about $450. . . Went ahead and approved replacement. $350 + $450 = $800. Power lock failed again. . . Sep-oct 2012. Dealer again recommends replacing entire power lock system. What???? no recall has be implemented or set. . . . The failure date was Tue., Jul. 6, 2010.
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Ignition problem of Volkswagen Jetta
The car involved was a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. Vehicle identification number (VIN) of the vehicle is 3VWST71K26_. I was sitting in traffic in minneapolis mn. The light turned green, traffic moved and when I pressed on the accelerator, the engine sped up as if it was in neutral. The shift selector was in d for drive. The prndl indicator on the dash flashed red with all five letters illuminated. I tried turning off the ignition and turning it back on with the same results. No movement with engine accelerating. After being pushed into a parking lot by passersby, I tried again and the transmission worked as it was supposed to. After researching the problem on the internet, I find that it is a common vw problem and the NHTSA action number is pe09035 opened July 17, 2009 covering 2008 and 2009 models. My tdi is a 2006 model purchased in may 2007 because vw kept selling 2006 tdis in 2007. There were no 2007 vw Jetta tdis. It was Mon., Jul. 30, 2012 when this ignition issue occurred.
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Ignition problem of Volvo XC70
The vehicle identification number (VIN) of the car was YV4CN98247_. Tl- consumer has a 2007 Volvo Xc70. While parked the contact key became stuck in the ignition and would not release or turn. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician stated the ignition lock switch would have to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000. Da. This ignition problem happened on 10/22/2012.
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Ignition problem of Volvo V70
The car involved is a 2004 Volvo V70. Vehicle identification number (VIN) of the vehicle is YV1SW61T54_. Pulled into a parking spot on the street, put the car in park, but was unable to turn the key to turn the car off. It took me almost 20 minutes of jiggling the key around and spraying wd40 into the ignition cylinder before being able to very slowly get the key to turn enough to turn the car off. I am not a weak person and was honestly afraid that the amount of pressure I was applying was going to cause the key to break off in the ignition. I immediately took the car to the nearest Volvo dealer (cherry hill, NJ) and since this happened on a Sunday morning, I had to leave the keys with an explanation of the problem on a dropbox form. When I called the service dept today, they told me that they would have to custom order a replacement part from sweden and that it could be a week before my car is repaired. The service person said that this sometimes happens when people attach a large amount of keys to their car key and it causes stress on the ignition cylinder. I have never, ever done that. I always keep my car and house keys separate for safety purposes, so there is no reason this should have happened. After looking for more info on the internet, it appears as though this happens on a fairly regular basis with other owners. I am the original owner of this car and am religious about keeping it in good running order with routine, scheduled maintenance. Failure to be able to shut a car off without any prior warning should certainly be considered a safety issue. Thanks. The failure date was Sep. 23, 2012.
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Ignition problem of Audi A4
The vehicle having this issue was a 2007 Audi A4. After a stop light changed to green I started a left turn. Immediately the car started to "shake". It seemed like I was driving over some lane divider bumps. I noticed the engine light was on so I found a safe place to pull over. The car had to be towed. The dealership diagnosed a faulty ignition coil. ( all four ignition coils were already replaced in 2010 because of a recall). Again I had all 4 ignition coils replaced. I also had to have spark plugs replaced; (possibly because of the faulty ignition coils ruining some of the plugs. The spark plugs were replaced about 20,000 miles ago. ) I was told by the dealership that the original recall of the ignition coils did not cover this event. I feel there should be another recall for the ignition coils and include spark plug replacements. It was Tuesday, November 13, 2012 when this ignition issue occurred.
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Ignition problem of Audi A4
VIN of the vehicle was WAUED68D4W_. The vehicle involved is a 1998 Audi A4. The contact stated that he smelled a burning wire odor upon starting the vehicle. The contact also stated that the windshield wipers and various other electrical components were not functioning. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 00v317000 (electrical system:ignition:switch). The failure mileage was 201,000. This ignition issue occurred Thursday, May 24, 2012.
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Ignition problem of BMW 550
The car involved was a 2008 BMW 550i. Vehicle shuts off unexpectedly and fails to restart, additionally the vehicle will randomly fail to start. The engine will shut off while driving at highway speeds, when driving slowly, or shortly after shifting the car into drive from park. No warnings or errors are generally encountered or logged however in rare instances drivetrain warnings are displayed. The engine displays no strange behavior prior to this occurring and shuts off as if it were instructed to do so. The vehicle regularly fails to start. The engine does not turn over at all or make any indication that it is attempting to start. The vehicle responds as though the ignition was not activated and was never instructed to start. After a random time interval from 5 minutes to 2 hours the car will start as if no problems were ever encountered. No errors are logged in the ecu. The manufacturer has yet to find any issues which they claim are repairable after approximately 40 days of shop time and well over 100 occurrences. It was January 3, 2011 when this ignition issue happened.
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Ignition problem of BMW 325
The car involved is a 2003 BMW 325i. The VIN of this vehicle is WBAAZ33403_. Xenon lights went out shortly after the 50,000 mark. Shortly after car kept going into fail safe mode, kept getting low voltage readings on diagnostics. One BMW dealers kept telling me I needed to rebuild transmission. All they would do is plug the car into the computer and see the tranny reading on the scanner. The reason there was a tranny reading was because the car was in fail safe mode. I eventually had the tranny rebuilt and I still had the same issue. I would cycle the ignition and restart the car and car would drive fine. It keeps going into fail safe mode everytime I start the car. Its harder to get it out of fail safe mode in the winter with colder starts. This issue happened on Wednesday, November 15, 2006.
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Ignition problem of Buick Lucerne
Consumer owns a 2007 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to a independent mechanic and the technician diagnosed that the ignition needed to be replaced. No repairs were made to the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure . The failure and current mileage was unknown. The VIN was not available. It was Apr. 13, 2014 when this ignition issue occurred.
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Ignition problem of Buick Regal
The VIN of this vehicle was 2G4WB52K53_. The vehicle involved is a 2003 Buick Regal. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The ignition switch was replaced. The manufacture was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 35,350 and the current mileage was 51,000. The failure date was Fri., Dec. 28, 2012.
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Ignition problem of Cadillac Deville
Consumer owns a 1997 Cadillac Deville. While driving approximately 25 mph the vehicle suddenly stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after turning the key in the ignition and placing the gear shift in neutral. The failure occurred intermittently. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 71,704. It was Jun. 5, 2011 when this ignition issue occurred.
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Ignition problem of Cadillac STS
The vehicle is a 2006 Cadillac Sts. While driving 2 mph, the contact accidentally touched the off button for the engine while attempting to adjust the air conditioner. The brake pedal was not depressed at the time. The dealer stated that this was normal for the remote start and turn off feature. The current and failure mileages were 8,000. This ignition problem happened on Sunday, October 21, 2007.
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Ignition problem of Jaguar X-type
The VIN of the car is SAJEA51DX2_. The vehicle was a 2002 Jaguar X-type. The contact stated that the key was worn and was unable to start the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection where they advised that the cause of the failure was the ignition, which was worn. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 95,000. This issue happened on July 25, 2012.
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Ignition problem of Jaguar XK8
Problems with 2003 Jaguar Xk8 stalling. While driving the vehicle stalled intermittently. The consumer came to the conclusion that when his knee accidentally hit the keys in the ignition the vehicle would stall. The failure date was Monday, Jun. 2, 2003.
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