# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=437 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 438 --- ## [2017 Kia Sportage - get out now before engine failure?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-kia-sportage-get-out-now-before-engine-failure/170831)
**Author:** [@SteveSutherland](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SteveSutherland)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2020, 7:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-kia-sportage-get-out-now-before-engine-failure/170831 "2020-10-06T19:09:06Z")
I have a 2017 Kia Sportage EX that apparently will suffer an engine failure from manufacturing debris left in the engine that eventually will block the oil from circulating. Dealer says I shouldn’t worry until I hit 60 … --- ## [2018 Kia Sorento - Stripped wire for Passenger Side view mirror](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-kia-sorento-stripped-wire-for-passenger-side-view-mirror/170792)
**Author:** [@bluenautica](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bluenautica)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2020, 6:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-kia-sorento-stripped-wire-for-passenger-side-view-mirror/170792 "2020-10-06T18:24:31Z")
I had my passenger side view mirror stolen and when they ripped it out of the side view holder one of the wires got stripped. I am looking to find what goes on the wire so I can connect it to the new mirror I just bought… --- ## [2015 Ford Fusion Hybrid mpg drop after relocation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-fusion-hybrid-mpg-drop-after-relocation/170860)
**Author:** [@RMullins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RMullins)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2020, 6:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-fusion-hybrid-mpg-drop-after-relocation/170860 "2020-10-06T18:18:04Z")
My 2015 Fusion Hybrid got 43 mpg when I lived in the San Jose, CA area. As I drove east moving back to my hometown of Milwaukee, the MPG steadily dropped. Now in Wisconsin it gets only about 33 mpg. Can that be due to cl… --- ## [2014 Ford Fusion - What does See Dealer mean?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-fusion-what-does-see-dealer-mean/170894)
**Author:** [@DebSchue](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DebSchue)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2020, 6:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-fusion-what-does-see-dealer-mean/170894 "2020-10-06T18:03:18Z")
Camera frequently displays a flipped image. Left to right. Sometimes just a blank screen stating “See Dealer”. --- ## [2007 Ford Focus - Frozen lugs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-focus-frozen-lugs/170880)
**Author:** [@Yvette42](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Yvette42)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2020, 4:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-focus-frozen-lugs/170880 "2020-10-06T16:01:34Z")
The mechanic said that the driver rear hub and lug nuts feel seized together and rusted so my tires can’t be rotated. What can I do? --- ## [2006 Hyundai Santa Fe - Gauge cluster](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-hyundai-santa-fe-gauge-cluster/170895)
**Author:** [@rlrjysb\_171358](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rlrjysb_171358)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2020, 3:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-hyundai-santa-fe-gauge-cluster/170895 "2020-10-06T15:36:21Z")
I have a 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited. The problem I am having is when I first start my vehicle the instrument panel cluster doesn’t work. When the vehicle starts warming up then the odometer starts blinking and then th… --- ## [2012 Toyota Highlander - White paint issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-highlander-white-paint-issue/170882)
**Author:** [@PossibleFutureHondaPurchaser](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PossibleFutureHondaPurchaser)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2020, 2:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-highlander-white-paint-issue/170882 "2020-10-06T14:27:23Z")
I also have a 2012 Toyota Highlander (108,347 Miles) with Blizzard Pearl paint peeling off of the roof and around the front windshield. What can we do? Who in Toyota and our government can we address these major Toyota d… --- ## [Just when you thought things were getting safer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-when-you-thought-things-were-getting-safer/170115)
**Author:** [@MikeInNH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeInNH)\ **Replies:** 60\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2020, 2:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-when-you-thought-things-were-getting-safer/170115 "2020-10-06T14:18:35Z")
Driver and passenger were fully reclined in seats and sleeping doing 93 on Canadian highway while their Model-S drove. I put a lot of this blame on Tesla for allowing this to happen. They should have some sensors to d… --- ## [2017 Subaru Forester - pricey windshield repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-forester-pricey-windshield-repair/170869)
**Author:** [@JohnK33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnK33)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2020, 12:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-forester-pricey-windshield-repair/170869 "2020-10-06T12:34:12Z")
Nine months ago, we were on the highway with the normal flow of traffic when we heard a pebble hit the center of our windshield. We then saw “star burst” shaped cracks about the size of a golf ball; a center divot with s… --- ## [2008 Toyota Matrix - AC goes out in rain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-matrix-ac-goes-out-in-rain/170885)
**Author:** [@Nicole32](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nicole32)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2020, 11:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-matrix-ac-goes-out-in-rain/170885 "2020-10-06T11:36:31Z")
Y does my car Ac goes out when am driving true rain water? --- ## [Major engine repair, new issues \*\*Need help please\*\*](https://community.cartalk.com/t/major-engine-repair-new-issues-need-help-please/170557)
**Author:** [@ajrunke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ajrunke)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2020, 11:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/major-engine-repair-new-issues-need-help-please/170557 "2020-10-06T11:36:23Z")
Hi all. First post here and looking for help. My 2011 5.7 Grand Cherokee went in mid January 2020 for a $5700 entire engine rebuild at a certified dealer (Bergstrom in Wisconsin) which included a 2 year parts and labor w… --- ## [Fluid leak from the bottom](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fluid-leak-from-the-bottom/170855)
**Author:** [@jayre](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jayre)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2020, 11:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fluid-leak-from-the-bottom/170855 "2020-10-06T11:00:21Z")
2010 Kia Sedona Yesterday after I got home, I noticed fluid leaking out of the pipe located bottom center (more to the passenger side) of the vehicle. It was clear and had slightly oily texture with a tint of rubbery o… --- ## [P0420 code on a 2006 Subaru Impreza](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0420-code-on-a-2006-subaru-impreza/170835)
**Author:** [@Pran-75](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pran-75)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2020, 8:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0420-code-on-a-2006-subaru-impreza/170835 "2020-10-06T08:24:18Z")
My Impreza has been leaking oil, I think from the head gasket on the right cylinder bank. Could be the valve cover gasket, as the exhaust still seemed clean. But all of a sudden, the exhaust is blue and the check engine … --- ## [Shipping a car to the USA](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shipping-a-car-to-the-usa/22063)
**Author:** [@bobwst](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bobwst)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [November 18, 2008, 4:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shipping-a-car-to-the-usa/22063 "2008-11-18T16:52:42Z")
I purchased a 2007 Ford Explorer in Doha, Qatar and I want to ship it back to the USA. I am having the hardest time finding someone who can tell me if my Explorer would meet US emission standards. Ford told me to ask t… --- ## [Can someone explain what this light means on 04 Z4](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-someone-explain-what-this-light-means-on-04-z4/170887)
**Author:** [@Lisette1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lisette1)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2020, 4:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-someone-explain-what-this-light-means-on-04-z4/170887 "2020-10-06T04:15:04Z")
--- ## [Should I do the Subaru R&R coil springs recall or leave well-enough alone?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-do-the-subaru-r-r-coil-springs-recall-or-leave-well-enough-alone/170883)
**Author:** [@acensor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/acensor)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2020, 3:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-do-the-subaru-r-r-coil-springs-recall-or-leave-well-enough-alone/170883 "2020-10-06T03:30:30Z")
Got the notice: It’s about anti corrosion coating that can chip off, particularly with off-road use, expose spring to corrosion, and in worst extreme case cause a serious break. If I read it right the dealer servic… --- ## [Any potential major issues with a 2012 Cadillac SRX with 169k?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-potential-major-issues-with-a-2012-cadillac-srx-with-169k/170826)
**Author:** [@BDazzle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BDazzle)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2020, 10:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-potential-major-issues-with-a-2012-cadillac-srx-with-169k/170826 "2020-10-05T22:01:45Z")
I’m looking to get this vehicle from a used car lot… :grimacing: i understand the miles are ridiculously high, but this car has everything I want! I’m willing to do some preventative work, but i was hoping you guys could… --- ## [Nissan Rogue, changing brake fluid one time per year](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-rogue-changing-brake-fluid-one-time-per-year/76370)
**Author:** [@Kitkat1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kitkat1)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2020, 1:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-rogue-changing-brake-fluid-one-time-per-year/76370 "2020-10-06T01:08:33Z")
I just brought my 2012 Nissan Rogue in for it's 12 month check up and they told me that they need to change out the brake fluid to prevent moisture in fluids. It cost $95 and I don't remember EVER having this done with … --- ## [Does my Prius really need a grille shutter?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-my-prius-really-need-a-grille-shutter/170680)
**Author:** [@Isaac03](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Isaac03)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2020, 11:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-my-prius-really-need-a-grille-shutter/170680 "2020-10-05T23:31:29Z")
My 2017 Prius jumped a curb and dragged the middle underside on it for a second. A week later the notification screen showed “Grille shutter inoperable. Please see dealer.” When the mechanic shut off the check engine lig… --- ## [Should I buy this 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata I found?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-buy-this-2006-mazda-mx-5-miata-i-found/170874)
**Author:** [@Ryan-119](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ryan-119)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2020, 10:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-buy-this-2006-mazda-mx-5-miata-i-found/170874 "2020-10-05T22:52:23Z")
Hey everyone, so I recently discovered a Miata that has 24k miles on it and it’s a 6-speed manual. It’s listed for 8,995 and is about a 2 hour drive from me, I was wondering what do you guys think? That seems like a real… --- ## [Do rear brakes really end up replaced 2:1 to fronts?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-rear-brakes-really-end-up-replaced-2-1-to-fronts/170854)
**Author:** [@staszczak](https://community.cartalk.com/u/staszczak)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2020, 10:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-rear-brakes-really-end-up-replaced-2-1-to-fronts/170854 "2020-10-05T22:37:38Z")
Dealer tech adviser stated that rear brakes on 2013 AWD CRV are replaced 2:1 to fronts. Is this accurate? My understanding has always been the opposite, fronts 2:1 to rear brakes. Thoughts? --- ## [2004 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible - CEL + power window trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-volkswagen-beetle-convertible-cel-power-window-trouble/170852)
**Author:** [@ElizabethWiley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ElizabethWiley)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2020, 10:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-volkswagen-beetle-convertible-cel-power-window-trouble/170852 "2020-10-05T22:23:02Z")
power window problems. Check engine light stays on. --- ## [2004 honda civic lx over heating, can find problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-honda-civic-lx-over-heating-can-find-problem/170841)
**Author:** [@Vicki-60](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vicki-60)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2020, 10:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-honda-civic-lx-over-heating-can-find-problem/170841 "2020-10-05T22:06:32Z")
My honda Civic keeps over heating, I have had most everything changed by a mechanic but even he can’t find the problem, it has new Cadillac converter, raideator, cap too, water pump, hoses, thermostat, and still gets hot… --- ## [GM to introduce new electric car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gm-to-introduce-new-electric-car/170667)
**Author:** [@old\_mopar\_guy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/old_mopar_guy)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2020, 8:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gm-to-introduce-new-electric-car/170667 "2020-10-05T20:51:44Z")
GM announced today that they are introducing a new electric luxury car in the next few months. It will be built and sold by the Buick division and will have the best name ever for an electric car. The Buick Electra. I… --- ## [2012 Chevrolet Cruze smoke under the hood when using the heat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevrolet-cruze-smoke-under-the-hood-when-using-the-heat/170833)
**Author:** [@Lonny22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lonny22)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2020, 6:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevrolet-cruze-smoke-under-the-hood-when-using-the-heat/170833 "2020-10-05T18:30:16Z")
Why when using the heat, smoke comes underneath the hood on the left side and Burt fumes comes inside the car? --- ## [2009 Dodge Grand Caravan - Power steering leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-dodge-grand-caravan-power-steering-leak/170814)
**Author:** [@carolynhorseman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carolynhorseman)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2020, 3:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-dodge-grand-caravan-power-steering-leak/170814 "2020-10-05T15:15:30Z")
power steering hose leaks --- ## [2013 Dodge Charger EVAP leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-dodge-charger-evap-leak/170844)
**Author:** [@Jonnetta](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jonnetta)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2020, 1:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-dodge-charger-evap-leak/170844 "2020-10-05T13:54:31Z")
So I have a 2013 Charger R/T that has thrown a code several times for “emissions system failure” and after clearing the codes the check engine light would stay off for about 6-8months until it threw that code again. Now … --- ## [Jaguar xk8 HELLLLL PPP TRANSMISSION OWNED 3 DAYS ONLY!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jaguar-xk8-helllll-ppp-transmission-owned-3-days-only/109346)
**Author:** [@justrun](https://community.cartalk.com/u/justrun)\ **Replies:** 76\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2020, 12:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jaguar-xk8-helllll-ppp-transmission-owned-3-days-only/109346 "2020-10-05T12:48:16Z")
I really can’t believe it! I have owned two jaguar’s, both xj6, convertible british racing green, for 5 years each, sold one after 5 years because I couldn’t get it smogged. Loved both for 5 years. Then I chose a simple… --- ## [2012 Honda Odyssey battery light on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-odyssey-battery-light-on/170799)
**Author:** [@Fei-3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Fei-3)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2020, 3:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-odyssey-battery-light-on/170799 "2020-10-05T03:08:34Z")
I’ve an Odyssey. the battery is coming on at low RPM below 1500 RPM, “check charging system” message is on the dash. battery light is on idle or stop. when rpm more than 2000, the battery light is off. I tried to shif… --- ## [Jeep care in a not so strange land](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-care-in-a-not-so-strange-land/170771)
**Author:** [@Redhawk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Redhawk)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2020, 12:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-care-in-a-not-so-strange-land/170771 "2020-10-05T00:06:14Z")
2008 JEEP Grand Cherokee Laredo July 2019 replaced Radiator, water pump June 2020 diagnosed leaks in timing cover and pan gasket Oct 2020 leaks repaired On “testing the engine” I was told the technician heard a noise… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=436) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=438)