Reliability is one of the key factors that influence the purchase of SUVs and pickups Suffering from an engine breakdown or any other major issue might be the worst scenario that any SUV owner might want to experience while enjoying an exciting desert safari.
Market research companies like J. D. Power and Consumer Reports have released their respective list of vehicles that have scored low on dependability. We have compiled a list of vehicles that have been graded as unreliable by both, J.D. Power as well as Consumer Reports.
Dodge Grand Caravan
This SUV might have received a good score for its mechanical strength but J.D. Power has granted it a low score for its unreliable powertrain.
Ram 2500/3500
Both, the Ram 2500 and 3500, pickup trucks have earned lowest reliability scores in comparison to rivals like Chevrolet, GMC, and Ford. These heavy-duty Ram pickup trucks have received lowest scores for engine reliability and very low scores for potential problems concerning the fuel as well as the suspension systems.
Land Rover Range Rover Sport
It will come as a surprise to know that Consumer Reports has named this popular as one of the worst vehicles of 2017. Moreover, the SUV has received a very low score for engine reliability.
Infiniti QX60
This mid-size SUV gets a low-reliability score and a place just above the Pathfinder due to issues with regard to the powertrain, bodywork durability, transmission system and the drive systems.
Nissan Pathfinder
J. D. Power has given low-rank to this popular SUV for its engine problems and for its unreliable interiors. Additionally, the SUV has been given an extremely low score due to its transmission problems and mechanical issues.
Jeep Grand Cherokee
This five-passenger SUV has received lowest reliability rating from Consumer Reports. Additionally, it has received low-reliability scores from J. Powers for its powertrain and accessories. However, the SUV has received high ratings for its superior bodywork and interior durability.
Jeep Cherokee
The Jeep Cherokee might have fared better than last year with regards to the reliability of transmission system, it still gets abysmal reliability scores for powertrain, features, and accessories.
Chevrolet Suburban/GMC Yukon XL
The XXL Chevrolet Suburban SUV has been given the lowest reliability ratings amongst all the SUVs and the GMC Yukon XL remains unrated.
This list of unreliable vehicles will always prove handy while buying heavy-duty SUVs. Are there any other SUVs and pickup trucks that need to be included in the list? Please share your feedback by posting comments in the box below.
