11 Electric Cars With the Worst Reliability Scores

Not all electric vehicles deliver the reliability buyers expect. According to Consumer Reports, these 11 EVs are currently the most problematic on the market.

Kia EV6

Okay, dude, so the Kia EV6 man, it’s this zippy little crossover EV, looks like it jumped out of a sci-fi movie with those crazy pixel lights and that swoopy roofline, you know? Not gonna lie, it handles like a dream, super quick off the line, around 300 miles range on a charge, and starts at like $44,000 which feels kinda bargain for all the tech inside. But uh, Consumer Reports gives it this awful 25 reliability score ’cause batteries keep dying, motors crap out, charging system’s glitchy as hell, brakes and AC acting up honestly, I was thinking it’s a steal compared to Tesla, but now I’m like, nah, those electrical headaches mid-trip? Skip it unless you love surprises.

Kia EV9

Kia EV9 next, oh wow, this thing’s a massive three-row EV SUV for hauling the whole fam, seats like seven with room to spare, huge screens everywhere, GT-Line’s got that luxury vibe goin’ on. Gets up to 300 miles, charges crazy fast, kicks off around $55,000 not bad for the space, beats a lot of gas SUVs on comfort, you know? But damn, CR hits it with a 24, battery packs need full swaps, charging fails left and right, infotainment freezes, body bits falling off… I mean, Kia’s usually decent now, but this? Changing my mind, maybe too big and buggy for family duty.

Honda Prologue

Honda Prologue, alright, Honda’s first real EV stab, mid-size SUV on that GM Ultium battery setup—smooth ride, tons of room inside, classic Honda feel but electric. Solid 300-mile range, base model’s about $47,000, compares nice to Chevy’s Equinox EV but fancier, honestly love the value. Nope, CR says 25, battery and charging woes, climate system’s junk, drive bits hiccup, leaks and screens blankin’ what happened to reliable Honda, you know? Feels like a safe pick turned total gamble.

Genesis GV60

Genesis GV60, Hyundai’s luxury baby EV, compact crossover with spaceship face, those pixel headlights are dope, rear-motor makes it corner like a sports car fun as hell. Up to 294 miles range, massage seats, starts at $54,000, feels premium over Audi or whatever. But CR? Oof, 21 points, batteries replacing whole packs, cooling fails, brakes sketchy, infotainment swaps, leaks everywhere… like, for that price it’s stylish but, nah, too many drive system probs, changing my mind mid-sentence flashy headache.

Chevrolet Blazer EV

Chevy Blazer EV, bringing back that bold Blazer name as an EV SUV, aggressive muscles, big wheels, AWD power hauls ass. Up to 330 miles on some trims, spacious, around $46,000 entry cheaper than gas version, you know? CR slams it at 19 though, battery cooling drama, AC compressor dies, 12-volt quits, screens freeze, leaks galore recalls everywhere, honestly Chevy’s pushin’ but compares worse than Ford stuff. Tiny joke: blazin’ to the dealer, not the road.

Rivian R1T

Rivian R1T, adventure truck EV hype machine, off-road beast, huge range packs, tows heavy, built like a tank gearhead wet dream. 300+ miles easy, starts at $73,000 now, beats Cybertruck on looks maybe. But CR’s 18, near bottom, batteries and motors blowin’, climate fails, suspension junk, doors jammin’ wanted to love it, not gonna lie, but too pricey for constant fixes, like a toy that breaks playin’.

Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid

Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid, plug-in minivan for dad life, those Stow ‘n Go seats are magic, short EV trips with gas backup practical king. 32 miles electric, $54,000 base, greener than straight gas vans. CR’s 26, transmission slips, engine probs, screens blank, charging busted uh, for family haulin’ it’s roomy but electronics? I’d Toyota hybrid it instead, no doubt.

Mazda CX-90 PHEV

Mazda CX-90 PHEV, stylish plug-in SUV, premium inside, that inline-six punch with EV boost handles sharp, upscale vibes. Mid-$50,000s, short EV range but fun, beats luxury looks sometimes. CR 20 though, battery motor fails, trans slippin’, climate brakes leaks messed up Mazda’s solid usually, but this PHEV? Gas version better, you know?

Ford F-150 Lightning

Ford F-150 Lightning, electric F-150 workhorse, powers your house bidirectional, huge bed, tows epic iconic green. 300 miles unloaded, $50,000-ish start, more practical than Rivian. But CR low from surveys, battery software glitches, range drops loaded, recalls beast with gremlins, scares me off honestly.

Cadillac Lyriq

Cadillac Lyriq, luxe Ultium EV SUV, sleek lines, quiet cruise, Charge 360 fancy posh cabin. $58,000 start, 300 miles, smaller than Escalade EV nice. Low CR tied worst, owner crashes recalls, predicted junk Caddy cash for risk? Nah, changin’ mind.

Volkswagen ID.4

Wait, squeezin’ in VW ID.4 as the 11th, popular compact EV SUV, affordable family hauler, decent range tech inside simple good. Around $40,000, 260 miles, value king sorta. But CR flags battery drive issues, software bugs common thought it safe, but nope, shop magnet.