9. TELSA MODEL S
If there is a vehicle that has received the highest praise from Consumer Reports, it has to be the Telsa Model S. According to the ratings done on this vehicle, the electric performance sedan has broken the testing agency’s rating system. However, when it came to reliability, Consumer Reports didn’t add any extra points for the famous electric sports car. If you were wondering what model years had a red flag, 2012, 2013 and 2015 Telsa Model S were given a thumbs down as a poor choice for a used car.
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10. BMW 5 SERIES
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While you might have been shocked that the European famed Mercedes GL made the list of cars not to buy used, there is yet another European luxury car that also made the list. The BMW 5 Series is among the cars you need to avoid when you set out on your used car hunt and not just one model year, but seven model years of this German sedan. This includes BMW 5 Series vehicles that were manufactured for 2006 to 2008, 2010 to 2012, and even the 2015 model. Back in November of 2016, the BMW 5 Series models from 2011 and 2012 were recalled due to potential leaks and stalling problems experienced by consumers.
11. DODGE JOURNEY
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The Dodge brand might be a familiar and popular brand to most vehicle owners in the US, but it might come as a shocker that the manufacturer has around 12 model ratings that were found to be below average when it comes to reliability. A few models stood out in this pack. The Dodge Journey scored especially poorly, especially the 2009 model year and 2012 all through to 2014. While the new car reviews spoke highly of the Dodge Journey, the used car shoppers could easily fall prey to the unreliability of this used crossover utility vehicle.
12. FIAT 500
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Fiat-Chrysler has more than 27 models that have been listed as below average in reliability by Consumer Reports in the past decade alone. Therefore, just like the Chrysler PT Cruiser, the Fiat 500 is a definite “no” when it comes to buying a used vehicle. If you are a used car shopper considering one of this brand’s vehicles, then you need to research more about them before purchasing a used one. One of Fiat’s worst-performing vehicles on the reliability table is the Fiat 500, and some of the model years that need to be avoided are 2012, 2013 and 2015.
13. GMC ACADIA
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It might come as a shocker to most people that in fact all GMC vehicles have turned up on the list of unreliable vehicles of the past decade. The GMC Acadia SUVs from 2007 to 2014 all had the dishonor of being the worst bunch when it came to their reliability, and while these majestic SUVs might be on your to-buy list, it’s not advisable to go for them. According to Consumer Reports, used car shoppers are advised to avoid all 8 editions of this truck that can be found on the used car market. However, if you are still bent on getting a used GMC Acadia, you need to get it thoroughly inspected before purchasing one.
14. NISSAN PATHFINDER
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According to statistics, the Japanese carmaker Nissan sold over 150,000 Pathfinders in the U.S. alone between the years 2013 and 2014. However, this group has been ranked as the worst when it comes to reliability according to Consumer Reports, and used car shoppers have been advised to avoid this model. The Nissan Pathfinder’s 2013 model alone has had 9 separate recalls made. Some of the issues being brake problems and airbag failures, while the 2014 model made it on the top 10 worst list. It’s a no-brainer that the Nissan Pathfinder is a bad bet when it comes to buying a used SUV, and shoppers need to avoid it like the plague.
16. MINI COUNTRYMAN
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While its sister model the Mini Cooper has had one of the worst ratings in terms of reliability, the Mini Countryman didn’t have an easy run either. The start of this decade clearly hasn’t been easy for the BMW sub-brand. The Mini Countryman model from the years 2011 and 2012 have had one of the worst ratings any car could have, and after a few years, Consumer Report rated the Mini as the least reliable vehicle brand in America. Therefore, if you are looking to get this used car, you need to do a little bit more research before going for one.
17. VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN
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The Volkswagen Tiguan is among the cheapest new cars in the market for its appealing looks. The European manufacturer has actually gone a mile further to ensure that this car looks presentable enough to make enough sales. However, the Volkswagen Tiguan flunked the test in all the model years from 2009 to 2012, making it one of the worst models that need to be avoided by used car shoppers. For those four models, the Volkswagen Tiguan has performed alarmingly below average in reliability. The Volkswagen Tiguan, however, is a fairly good bet if you are looking to get it as a first owner. This is due to its low price tag.