Cars to approach carefully and their issues
Cars to approach carefully and their issues show up in Consumer Reports data for 2026 with low scores and frequent repairs. Chevrolet Equinox gas version scores dismal 17 out of 100 with many problems. GMC Acadia crossover hits terrible 14 points plagued by failures. Volkswagen lineup struggles overall in studies. Dodge Hornet scores 37 low. Maserati at 30 points bottom. GM brands like Chevy and GMC repeat in bottom spots. Tesla shows uneven record with fit issues. BMW packs electronics that fail often. Mercedes complexity collides with comfort. Audi sophistication fades quick. That pattern repeats without full fixes. Uncertainty about which models improve lingers.
Chevrolet Equinox
Chevrolet Equinox gas model exists scoring low feeling unreliable daily. Owners visit dealers often for fixes. Gas engine troubles soften drive. Problems pile up. Low score repeats. Not resolved on hybrid version.
GMC Acadia
GMC Acadia crossover scores terrible 14 points feeling problematic. Owners deal engine failures and electrical woes. Crossover life contradicts family appeal. Failures repeat lightly. Uncertainty about redesign help.
Volkswagen Jetta
Volkswagen Jetta lineup struggles in reliability studies. Owners report frequent service. German engineering softens somehow. Issues persist. Struggles repeat. Mild doubt on electric shift.
Dodge Hornet
Dodge Hornet scores 37 low feeling inconsistent. Owners push performance but repairs follow. Sporty vibe contradicts dependability. Low score repeats. Not fully fixed in updates.
Maserati Grecale
Maserati Grecale scores bottom 30 points. Owners enjoy luxury but breakdowns worry. Italian flair softens costs. Problems linger. Bottom spot repeats vaguely. Weaker on warranty coverage.
Tesla Model Y
Tesla Model Y shows uneven reliability feeling innovative risky. Owners charge often but hardware fails. Electric promise contradicts build quality. Issues repeat. Uncertainty about software fixes.
BMW X5
BMW X5 packs electronics failing over time. Owners drive dynamic but service bills high. Performance engages. Failures accumulate. Dynamic repeats without cheapness. Not resolved on maintenance burden.
Mercedes-Benz GLE
Mercedes-Benz GLE comfort collides complexity. Owners ride smooth but systems glitch. Refinement impresses. Vulnerabilities show. Complexity repeats. Mild uncertainty on long-term ownership.
Audi Q5
Audi Q5 sophistication ages poorly. Owners feel refined new but electrical hits later. Quattro grips. Reliability fades. Polish repeats unsure. Doubt on aging gracefully.
Chrysler Pacifica
Chrysler Pacifica minivan reliability lags. Owners haul families but repairs frequent. Space helps. Lags repeat. Not fully dependable for miles.
Jeep Grand Cherokee
Jeep Grand Cherokee off-road capable but issues common. Owners adventure trails. Capability shines. Problems contradict. Adventure lingers unsure. Weaker on daily comfort.
