Best & Worst Years

Find the model years worth buying and those best avoided.

ENGINE RELIABILITY

Research common engine problems, failures and long-term durability.

Known Problems

Explore recurring issues affecting specific cars and SUVs.

Engineer Explains

Hear why engineers made key design and technology decisions.

Recalls

Find safety defects, affected models and available repairs.

MOST POPULAR RELIABILITY STORIES

These are the most-read reliability stories on We Talk Cars, covering known problems, engine reliability, owner experiences, recalls and the best and worst model years.

 

 

BEST & WORST YEARS

Find the best and worst model years for popular cars and SUVs based on reliability records, recalls, owner complaints and common mechanical problems.

 

ENGINE RELIABILITY

Research engine reliability, common failures, oil consumption, cooling problems, timing-system issues and turbocharger concerns affecting cars and SUVs.

ENGINEER EXPLAINS

Hear from the engineers behind today’s cars and SUVs. Explore the decisions behind engines, hybrids, charging and chassis design—and what they mean for ownership and reliability.

KNOWN PROBLEMS

Explore recurring mechanical failures, electrical issues, technical service bulletins and owner complaints affecting specific cars, SUVs and model years.

 

RECALLS

Find recalls affecting cars and SUVs, including safety defects, affected model years, available repairs and information owners need before contacting a dealership.