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Every car gets a score from 0 to 100 based on NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, and independent repair data. No guesswork — just numbers.
1,312 vehicles analyzed·8,119 recalls tracked·Updated 2026-05-15
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Based on analysis of recall records and real-world owner feedback.
Lexus RX (2022)
Lexus ES (2022)
KIA Sedona (2021)
Mazda CX-5 (2022)
Honda HR-V (2021)
Nissan Altima (2023)
2023 Toyota Crown
0 recalls · 0 complaints
2021 Nissan Frontier
0 recalls · 0 complaints
2020 Lexus UX
0 recalls · 0 complaints
2022 Toyota Camry
2 recalls · 47 complaints
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Best in Class Winners
Best SedanLexus ES
2022
Best SUVLexus RX
2022
Best TruckNissan Frontier
2021
Best MinivanDodge Grand-Caravan
2020
Best EVToyota bZ4X
2023
Models & Years to Avoid
2023 Ford F-150 Lightning
Electrical System (71)
2019 Tesla Model S
Suspension (26)
2022 Volkswagen ID-4
Electrical System (44)
2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5
Electrical System (176)
2023 Ford Bronco
Visibility Wiper (84)
2023 Jeep Gladiator
Electrical System (11)
2023 KIA EV6
Electrical System (56)
2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS
Electrical System (16)
2023 Tesla Model Y
Forward Collision Avoidance (206)
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View all comparisons →How We Calculate Reliability Scores
Auto Reliability Index scores are calculated on a 0–100 scale using a weighted formula that combines multiple public data sources. Each factor is weighted based on its predictive value for real-world ownership experience.
Key Ranking Factors
Complaint Severity
NHTSA owner complaints weighted by component category (e.g., powertrain, safety systems, electronics, cosmetic) — safety-critical issues carry more weight than cosmetic ones. Adjusted for sales volume so high-volume models aren't unfairly penalized.
Repair Costs
Independent reliability ratings based on repair frequency, average repair costs, and severity of typical repairs for each model.
Recall Impact
Number of NHTSA recalls weighted by severity. “Stop driving” and fire-risk recalls are penalized more heavily than minor software or labeling recalls.
Issue Diversity
Measures how many major vehicle systems (engine, transmission, electrical, braking, etc.) have recorded complaints. A vehicle with issues spread across many systems may indicate systemic quality issues.
Scores are grouped into four tiers:
- 80–100: Excellent— Top-tier reliability, minimal issues
- 60–79: Good— Reliable with some minor concerns
- 40–59: Mixed— Notable issues, research before buying
- 0–39: Risky— Significant problems, proceed with caution
Data is sourced from NHTSA recall records, owner complaint filings, and independent repair databases. Scores are recalculated as new data becomes available. While the weighting model is proprietary, all underlying data sources are public and traceable.