Overview and Common Failures
Body and Interior: The paintwork is quite thin, but the body itself is sturdy and chips do not rust quickly. It should be noted that the chrome coating is weak and the prices for body parts are high. The interior is spacious, equipped decently, and has good finishing materials. On forums, there are complaints about low wear resistance and poor sound insulation.
Electrical System: The electrical system is fairly reliable, with its weak point being only the steering column switch.
Engine: The 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engines G4KE and G4KJ belong to the Theta family. These engines are not immune to known problems with cylinder scratches. The 3.0-liter V6 engine G6DE with distributed injection was offered. It has minimal issues and is considered the best choice for this model. Its weaknesses include oil consumption and a low timing chain lifespan. The 3.0-liter G6DG and 3.3-liter G6DH engines are equipped with direct fuel injection. Owners often encounter unstable operation due to carbon deposits on the valves. Problems with lubrication consumption and low chain lifespan fully apply to them.
Transmission: The 6-speed automatic transmissions A6MF1 and A6MF2 were installed with the 4-cylinder engines. These gearboxes are considered very reliable and, with proper care, do not cause any trouble. These automatic transmissions are demanding when it comes to oil quality, and rare oil changes can lead to hydraulic blockage. The 6-speed automatic transmissions A6LF1, A6LF2, and A6LF3 were installed with V6 engines or diesel. Due to powerful engines, friction wear and hydraulic block contamination occur faster. All transmissions have a problem with loosening bolts on the central gear.
Suspension: The suspension is very soft, but most of its components have a decent lifespan. Only the wheel bearings are often replaced before reaching 100,000 km, and sometimes the shock absorbers.
Steering: The steering rack does not cause any particular trouble and only knocks at high mileage.
Brakes: The brakes are quite weak, and for active drivers, the discs and pads wear out quickly.
