Ssangyong Problems

Are you having problems with your Ssangyong? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest Ssangyong issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the Ssangyong in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

Best budget people mover?
Answered by Paul Gover · 06 Apr 2015

I would not recommend a Ssangyong of any type, without worrying about the ugliness of the Stavic. You'll be far better served by a second-hand Kia Carnival.

Issues getting replacement 2014 Actyon Sports parts?
Answered by Graham Smith · 31 Mar 2017

We contacted SsangYong to see what we could find out about their parts supply, and were told that there were no problems with it. They believed there was a communications breakdown in your case and are keen to resolve the issue with you.

Is the SsangYong Musso reliable?
Answered by Graham Smith · 23 Dec 2016

Musso owners we have spoken to have been unanimous in their praise of the car. One or two have reported fairly minor issues, most love the diesel and have had no trouble at all, and many have done lots of kilometres in their cars.

Is the Ssangyong Rexton a diesel?
Answered by Iain Kelly · 22 Feb 2019

The SsangYong Rexton is available with a 2.0-litre turbo petrol four-cylinder in the rear-drive, auto-only base model. The mid- and top-spec Rextons are equipped with a 2.2-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder.

2014 Actyon Sports being held at dealership
Answered by Graham Smith · 15 May 2017

We went back to Ateco and this is the response we received: "With regard to Mr. Laurie, the repairs were actioned on 22 March, with three of the four parts required in stock at his dealership and a fourth part arriving at the dealership on 4 April, having been ordered by the dealer on 30 March. No further parts were, or are on order with regard to this vehicle. The dealer has confirmed that the customer collected his car yesterday, expressed satisfaction with the work and has not been in contact with either dealer or Ateco with any further concerns or issues. Needless to say if there are further issues Ateco and his dealer are more than happy to discuss these with him."

SsangYong Rexton: Is it a good car?
Answered by Iain Kelly · 15 Feb 2019

While they have improved markedly on their early efforts the SsangYong Rexton still lags behind other models in the SUV market.

UPDATE 18/2/19: The new Rexton Ultimate also fared surprisingly well in our recent budget 4x4 SUV comparo, taking out third place and defeating more fancied rivals from Isuzu and Toyota. 

 

 

Is Korando a good SUV choice?
Answered by Paul Gover · 11 Jan 2016

I recommend cars I would be happy to see my best friend driving and, for that reason, nothing with a Ssangyong badge currently makes the cut.

 

Ssangyong Rexton: Who makes it?
Answered by Iain Kelly · 15 Feb 2019

SsanYong make the Rexton SUV, with assembly plants in South Korea and India.

SsangYong Musso: What is the towing capacity?
Answered by Graham Smith · 08 Feb 2019

The Musso’s towing capacity is 3500 kg, and its GCM is 5980 kg.

Stall to switch off Musso?
Answered by Graham Smith · 08 May 2015

No, that’s not correct. It would be against the law to have to stall the car to stop it.

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