Today we cover the top 5 most unreliable car models. This is according to Consumer Reports! We need a vehicle that won’t break down in the middle of the night and leave us stranded on the side of the road. It’s simple to believe that buying a new car will fix all of your automotive problems, but this isn’t always the case. Consumer Reports published their survey, grading various models according to 17 issues, including:
- Squeaky brakes
- Broken interior trim
- Out-of-warranty transmission repairs
- Trouble with four-wheel-drive
Volvo XC90
Consumer Reports was impressed with this car’s sleek, contemporary style, but it had poor gas mileage and unreliable brakes, steering, and suspension. Furthermore, it is clearly not worth the close to $60,000 price tag.
Volkswagen Atlas
The engine, emissions, exhaust, and other factors contributed to the low rating of this German vehicle. The five recalls that have already been issued on it for its backup camera, headlights, and other features are more troubling.
Jeep Compass
Due to its uncomfortable seating arrangements, loud engine, problematic drive system and transmission, and high price for its class, the Jeep Compass received Consumer Reports’ lowest ranking for small SUVs.
Subaru Ascent
You might experience problems with this Subaru’s steering, electronics, major and small transmission troubles, and so on. Also problematic were the vehicle’s brakes and climate control.
Chevrolet Silverado 1500
When it comes to unreliable cars, users discovered this one tops the list. It has bad fuel efficiency, a shaky transmission, and Consumer Reports warned of brake and engine problems. It turns out they were right; the vehicle has previously been recalled for unexpected tire deflation.
This wraps up the list of the top 5 most unreliable car models according to consumer reports. Let us know if there are other car models that make you feel like they belong on this list.
