Faults:
Pully V belt and pulley have been replaced; faulty and causing noise.
Cam belt and tensioner replaced; faulty and causing noise.
Lumbar support replaced; faulty and causing noise.
Seat base replaced; faulty and causing noise.
Seat runners lubricated; causing noise.
Indicator stalk replaced - broken.
Front section of exhaust, blowing and replaced.
LPG electronic control unit re-mapped.
Main electronic control unit replaced.
Crank shaft sensor replaced.
Old style spark plugs replaced.
Driver's side electric window faulty. Repaired four times - still faulty.
Continual misfire on number 2 cylinder - investigation still being carried out.
Cutting out on LPG.
New style injectors fitted.
General Comments:
This is a lease vehicle and has a full warranty so luckily It does not cost me anything.
I would never, ever, EVER buy another car from this manufacturer.
The car is absolutely terrible. Sluggish and underpowered.
The interior is comfortable and there is a good general specification.
However, it has been in the garage more times than it has been on the road and I am currently in negotiations with the lease company to replace the car.
7th Dec 2009, 17:13
I am just about to buy the 2004 Vectra 1.8 16V LS.
Just wondered how long did you own the car? Since you are not complaining??? :)
Quite a few people are not happy with Vectra, and the famous hand brake...