Do Alpha models still have radiator issues?

[3rdH3]

2010 Alpha/Offroad here. My radiator cracked at somewhere in the upper 50K range I think.

 

[Vdawg1115]

Was gonna go pick up the H3 Alpha today only to find out it sold the evening before. Sucks. I work late and can hardly make it out there.

Do the 2007 models have the same issues as the 2006 regarding cylinder heads and valves?

 

[rascole]

No, problem was fixed late model year 2006. But like I said earlier if the 06 has the head fixed the $4000 can buy a lot of goodies to fix up your ride. I don't regret buying the the 06, I could bought a Alpha but the price was @ 10k higher. I still have spent that extra 10k yet including gas and insurance.

 

[amrg]

I read somewhere that some 07s have the head issue. Safest way is to check the VIN isnt in the range specified (i dont no but a quick search should get it)

 

[Vdawg1115]

The 2006 is early 2006 unfortunately. But it has a clean carfax so far. Radiator replaced at 92K miles. No cylinder issues reported.

 

[rascole]

The head may have been fixed already with that many miles on it. If you have the time to wait for what you want then by all means get what you want, you won't regret it.

 

[Vdawg1115]

I don't really care about power too much.....but I have the same 5.3 V8 in my Sierra and it is extremely reliable. Just haven't heard such praise about the 5 cylinder yet.

 

[Vdawg1115]

So it sounds like it is inevitable that it will effect the 2006. Thought maybe it was something that only effected an unlucky few. But no, the carfax does not report any cylinder head work

 

[amrg]

My 06 has 90K miles on the ODO. Still going strong and no head issue so far. Planning to trade it next year for another 09 alpha (if I find one) or an H2

 

[rascole]

I have the 06 and just turned 120k. The only motor issue is a water pump that has recently started to weep. If you want a review on how well the I5 works for off road ability, ask 06H3.

 

[Best4x4]

I was extremely happy with my wife's 07 3.7L I5. Great engine, and it did great on the highway.

 

[Hunner]

I have 85,000 on an 08 Alpha and no problems so far,,,,,I only drive it on Sunday to church...............