Model-Specific Risk
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models · 8 min read
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2014-2018 Common Problems
A comprehensive pre-purchase guide to the 2014-2018 Chevy Silverado 1500. Uncover severe transmission shudders, AFM lifter failures, and A/C condenser leaks.
models · 8 min read
Ford Escape 2013-2019 Common Problems (3rd Gen)
A comprehensive buyer's guide for the 2013-2019 Ford Escape, focusing heavily on catastrophic EcoBoost coolant intrusion and transmission failures.
models · 9 min read
Ford F-150 2015-2020 Common Problems
A complete pre-purchase guide to the 2015-2020 Ford F-150 (13th Generation). Learn about common issues, transmission problems, and EcoBoost engine quirks before you buy.
models · 8 min read
Honda Accord 2013-2017 Common Problems (9th Gen)
A comprehensive buyer's guide for the 9th-gen Honda Accord, detailing starter motor failures, V6 timing belt requirements, and CVT shudder.
models · 9 min read
Honda Civic 2016-2021 Common Problems (10th Gen)
A complete guide to the most common problems, reliability, and what to check before buying a 2016-2021 Honda Civic.
models · 8 min read
Honda CR-V 2012-2016 Common Problems (4th Gen)
A detailed reliability guide for the massively popular 2012-2016 Honda CR-V, exploring VTC actuator rattles, CVT vibrations, and what to check.
models · 7 min read
Nissan Altima 2013-2018 Common Problems (5th Gen)
A comprehensive buyer's guide for the 2013-2018 Nissan Altima, exposing the severe risks associated with its notorious CVT transmission failure.
models · 8 min read
Toyota Camry 2012-2017 Common Problems (7th Gen)
A comprehensive guide analyzing the reliability, common unaddressed problems, and the infamous torque converter shudder of the 2012-2017 Toyota Camry.
models · 9 min read
Toyota Corolla 2014-2019 Common Problems (11th Gen)
A complete guide to the most common problems, reliability, and what to check before buying a 2014-2019 Toyota Corolla.
models · 5 min read
Toyota Prius 2016-2022 Common Problems (4th Generation)
Practical Toyota Prius 2016-2022 buying guide: common failures, quick checks, repair cost ranges, and negotiation logic for used buyers.
models · 9 min read
Toyota RAV4 2013-2018 Common Problems (4th Gen)
A deep dive into the 2013-2018 Toyota RAV4 (XA40) highlighting reliability, the dreaded torque converter shudder, and what to check before buying.
models · 6 min read
Toyota Tacoma 2016-2020 Common Problems (3rd Generation)
Buyer-first guide to Toyota Tacoma 2016-2020 problems, inspection checks, repair costs, and clear negotiation strategy before you buy.