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2017: Front end thump and side mirror failure

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Old 09-15-2018, 08:55 PM
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Default 2017: Front end thump and side mirror failure

My 2017 is nearing 15,000 KM and the problems are beginning to pile up.
  1. Passenger side mirror failed at ~10k. It lost its range of motion, then would get stuck closed, or would slowly fold in from wind pressure at high way speeds. It was a bit embarrassing having to ask the passenger to stick their hand out the window to push the mirror back out.
  2. Front end started making noises at ~12k. It started with a thump while turning at low speeds (mainly when parking), but is now common with any turn/bump/acceleration/hill start. It seems like the CV or steering rack is going.
  3. Driver side mirror is failing similar to the passenger side.
The passenger side was fixed under warranty, and I have yet to book the front end/driver side mirror in. When I scan the internet, I don't see anyone else having these issues, so I don't know if mine is just a lemon? For what it's worth, this is a city car that has never seen gravel/pot holes.

The issues aren't critical, but I am not impressed with the issues on a brand new vehicle. From past vehicles, these are the problems that I would expect around the 200k/10 year mark.
 
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Old 09-15-2018, 11:07 PM
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Cant say I've seen any issues from these mirrors, apart from ones with auto-fold function, that people have physically turned in or out resulting in damage to the motor that does the folding. As long as there isn't any signs of damage/impact replacement under warranty isn't a issue.

Creaking noises from front lower control arm bushes have been an issue on KE & KF CX-5s. along with the coil spring rubbing on the strut bearing /upper mount.

Altho annoying, that's what the warranty is for.
 

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