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Honda Civic, Accord, and CRV- Common Maintenance Problems and How to Avoid Them

Tomorrow's Technician

The most prevalent issue with models made before 2013 is the steering rack. It tends to leak fluid after years, therefore making the steering hard or sometimes unresponsive. Thousands of dollars in repair costs can be saved by regular fluid checks, inspections, and following the recommended service schedule.

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Common Issues on the Subaru Crosstrek (1st Generation)

RepairSmith

The 1st generation Subaru Crosstrek (2013–2017) is one of the most popular Subaru models in recent years, both when new and as a used vehicle. Here’s what to watch for: Oil Consumption & Head Gasket Risks Earlier models (especially 2013–2015) are known to consume more oil than expected and, in rare cases, suffer head-gasket failure.