Context: I've got a 2021 Sport S with the 2.0 engine.
I've recently seen a bunch of videos saying theres a known issue with the coolant reservoir. Eventually, the coolant tank is going to malfunction due to a design flaw. The flaw being that the plastic coolant reservoir is too close to the turbo engine and eventually the heat will get the best of the coolant reservoir and it will either burst or spring a leak. I was thinking about spending the $300 or so on an aluminum coolant reservoir but wanted to get input from you fine people. Has anyone had this problem before? Am I over thinking it? Should I do it?
If I were to do it, I'd definitely need a shop to do it which is gonna cost me extra. I'm mechanically savvy, to a point. I don't think I'd have any problem putting the new tank/reservoir in myself but it's the bleeding out part making sure there's no air bubbles that I think may be above my skill set. So I'd probably just have to pay a shop to do it all which adds cost!
So, should I be proactive and just do it? Or is this a maintenance thing I'm over thinking?
Any input and hands on experience is appreciated, thanks!