We have experienced the random "stutter-bang phenomenon" probably 3 or 4 times in the past 6 years, but none recently. We have also had the VX just plain stall out on us going 70 mph on the highway, maybe 2 or 3 times, again not recently. And, our temp gauge has been running around the middle mark for the past year or so, but previously was slightly over a quarter. Finally, we have all the bumps, grinds, and squeaks that accompany a lifted vehicle that's been DRIVEN off-road.

I have yet to notice any serious problems from any of these issues. I just like to think of it as "quirky"

Enjoy yours,
Brian