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What car brands are notorious for needing constant or frequent repairs?
I want to buy a reliable car that won't need many repairs for as long as I own it. But rather than learning the most reliable cars, I just want to cut out the cars that won't last as long. What car brands are notorious for needing frequent repairs?
Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
“Over the past 20 years, cars have become much more reliable and built with more expertise thanks to design and engineering.
For example, Fiat has become a more reliable brand despite years of the joke that Fiat was an acronym for Fix It Again, Tony.
According to the latest consumer reports, the least reliable car brands are:
- Lincoln
- Tesla
- Volkswagen
- MINI
- Ford
- Cadillac
- Mercedes-Benz
- Jeep
- Chevrolet
However, it should be noted that the reliability relates more to individual models than the brand as a whole. If you choose any of these brands, you may want to consider additional products for your vehicle, such as a
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