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Here are some of the most common used car problems vehicles experience. Watch out for them if you want a safe, reliable used car.

The Chevy Suburban is a popular three-row SUV, but it isn’t problem free. Some Suburban problems show up repeatedly, and one is particularly frustrating.

Have you been the victim of "cheesing?" This is when somebody throws a slice of cheese at you or your car. Or your baby. Here's what is going on.

Although there are some complaints about 2021 pickup truck models shown on CarComplaints.com, there aren’t many. Furthermore, most trucks don’t have any complaints filed yet. Sure, there may be some models racking up complaints for the 2020 model year. But overall, people haven’t complained much about any 2021 pickup truck models.  The most complained about …

These are some of the weirdest problems ever encountered, but thankfully they're all fixable.

Polaris is the most popular brand for UTV and ATV sales. However, in this piece we do a deep dive into some alarming reviews on Consumer Affairs. The ratings aren't high, and the complaints could make you think twice about buying Polaris products.

Whether you’ve owned them for years or you are new to the ATV game, issues with your quad are just something that you’ll have to deal with eventually. Which repairs do ATV riders run into the most? Here are the most common ATV problems owners should know about. Let’s be real. Most of us that …

Electrical problems in cars range from minor to major, but some of them are more common than others.

The most common auto repair issues can’t really be avoided. That said, here are some of the problems nearly every car owner will face. Even if you stay on top of regular maintenance, there’s a high likelihood you’ll deal with at least one of these common car problems during the life of your vehicle. Changing …

We are not here, by any means, to say that the Ford EcoBoost engine is unreliable. On the contrary, it’s actually a great way to get a good power output while also giving vehicles better gas mileage. However, the recent news about EcoBoost class-action lawsuits and such are definitely a bit worrisome. If you are …

I hadn’t driven a Mazda Miata until my recent tester. I’ll admit, it’s one of the few vehicles I’ve spent time with that I was sad letting go of at the end of the week. The 2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata is a fantastic little car. But I will say the infotainment needs some tweaking. Overall, …

If you love dirt bikes and motocross racing, there’s a good chance you either own or––wish you do––a Honda CRF450 dirt bike. It’s one of the best motocross motorcycle options out there. Both the racing CRF450R and the CRF450X, even the pavement-oriented CRF450L are popular choices for riders who love to take things off the …

The Mazda CX-5 is a leader in the segment. But it hasn’t always been as great as it is today. Introduced in the 2013 model year, the Mazda CX-5 compact SUV challenges others like the Toyota Rav4 and the Subaru Forester. In fact, it earned a Consumer Reports recommendation for every year since it began …

CarComplaints.com offers a wider range of consumer complaints. From engine problems to in-car electronics failure to things like serially cracking dashboards, the complaints can pertain to essentially anything. But what exactly do the problems need to be in order to warrant the complaint: ‘everything about this vehicle is junk.’ The car problems for whatever this …

Land Rover SUVs are known for their prestige and capability. These are plush, luxurious people movers paired with some pretty formidable off-road chops. But even the most upper-level luxury SUVs have their issues. Owning a Land Rover can cost a little higher than average in terms of maintenance. But which are the most complained about …

There are some car brands that are complained about a lot. And for every brand, whether it’s one with tons of complaints or hardly any, there are certain models that are complained about more than others. Of course, this is largely due to the popularity of the brand or model. It turns out the Genesis …

The Ram pickup truck continues to enjoy popularity after separating from Dodge. Since the 2010 model year, Ram Trucks has been its own entity. The lineup still includes the standard half-ton pickup––the Ram 1500 pickup truck. We also see the Ram 1500 Classic, which retains the old body style, and the heavy duty pickup trucks …

Since the SUV and crossover phase started gaining traction in the US, Volvo has offered something in the segment. Over the year we’ve seen the Volvo XC line rise in popularity among families. Then there are other drivers that want the benefits and versatility of an SUV. However, not every consumer experience has been flawless. …

Volvo is a brand that inspires feelings of trust and safety. They aren’t meant to be necessarily exciting or offer a striking design. But the Volvo car should offer quality and performance that is reliable and lasts a long time. It’s not a seldom sight to see an old Volvo sedan or wagon driving on …

Minivans may not be the most exciting segment––to people other than myself, anyway––but they do comprise one of the most functional. Minivans are basically the most family-friendly vehicle on the market. There aren’t a massive amount of different minivan offerings, but of the more popular ones we see thousands of complaints filed on CarComplaints.com. If …