Don't Make These Mistakes! 5 Used Cars You SHOULDN'T Buy!

[@ChevyDude]

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Already did!!!

[@halreneau6343]

Want to know about my 2019 corrola bought new 36 748 miles auto le eco bought for reliability did i make the right choice ,

[@3698s]

I have subscribed!

[@brianwelch7074]

I know you are Chevy person and I was Chevy but I not anymore. My 2017 Silverado is on its 3 set of door actuators. I have spent over $1000 of my money. Chevy replaced the original door actuators with same deflected door actuator and they have gone out now. I have replace the second set with a new replacement part and those door actuators are going out now. I only have 51300 miles one the truck. I will never buy Chevy again. And all manufacturers have problems but Chevy is now built just good enough to pass warranty. I have more problems with defective parts they build them with cheap parts so have to but the replacement part to. I have spent in total over $5000 fixing stuff that should not have be fixed yet.

[@kenschmidt6522]

Our son-in-law bought a newer F150 ecotec with extended warranty. Tow months later it was in the shop with a bad timing chain, a $6000 repair. The warranty company said it was a pre-existing condition and wouldn't honor the claim. Three months later the dealer finally paid the cost of repair. Be careful to read fine print and reviews before paying for a warranty.

[@onnu2001]

As someone in the business of cars and finance, I don’t think it’d be possible to narrow the list to 5. I don’t think I could narrow it to 20…

[@sneakerfreak2002]

Truth

[@gmctech]

Meh, if there was a perfect vehicle EVERYONE would own it. Absolutely EVERY manufacturer has their major egineering flaws... VW has plenty, but i love their look, their ride and their ergonomics and I'm wiling to put up with their issues even though being an automotive technician i have to fix my own junk.

[@onnu2001]

@@gmctech not as simple as you are implying. There are vast differences in flaws that prevent a modern car from going 100k miles without catastrophic failure and cars that can go twice as far or more.

[@joelray3617]

I agree with you Mike. As I stated before, my 2017 Kia Optima 2.0 GDI Turbo engine that started to smoke when I started it up in the mornings. The last oil change, I noticed a creamy yellow color oil when I did the oil change. I flushed the engine and filled it with synthetic oil as per the user's manual. The smoking continued. I also noticed soot around the tail pipes. I was having to add oil to the engine every other day. Took it down and the car had 18 miles left before it went off warranty. They changed the oil again and noted that the oil had a slightly creamy color again. They wanted to do an oil consumption test which I agreed to do but when they handed me back the form for the warranty service there wasn't any mention about the soot nor the color of the oil. I did not accept the receipt until they noted the mileage and the current issues with the car and the three-day window that they slated the test period. I took it back on the third day and the mechanic said that the head gasket was blown, and they found metal in the oil pan. They put me into a loaner car and put a new engine in the car. A month later the car started to smoke again. Beings that the car was now off warranty they said I would have to pay over $3k just for the engine and another $1,500 in labor to replace the engine. From day one, I had steering issues as if the front end was out of alignment. That was attributed to someone who test drove, before I bought the car and had struck the curb hard enough to bend some front-end parts. (That was accidently supplied to me via the service department when I asked for the service history of the car.) Thank goodness I had records of the front-end complaints and combined engine issues. I contacted our State Attorney General who went to bat for me. They threatened to sue Kia Motors and within three weeks my loan through Kia Finance was paid in full and received a check from KIA, enough to cover a down payment for another car.

[@TaylorZ2]

Wow, imagine if the attorney general didn't intervene? It amazes me how badly some manufacturers treat customer (who bought their products)

[@buyallmeans425]

Good for you!

[@johnfranklin5277]

Can't buy a new engine for 3000 dollars....

[@KennyboyGM]

Like all direct injection engines, you need to clean out the intake ports because it clogs up with carbon.

[@don2deliver]

I was leary of the Renegade when my friend got one. It's the 2.4 with the 6 speed not the CVT like the Patriot has. The A/C compressor grenaded at 48,000 was covered for the $150 deductible. No other problems. Even for awd the tires don't fight and wear or give bad gas mileage. It is quiet unless you have the back windows only cracked open, that makes a freight train noise. It will out accelerate any other car from an intersection that I need to get infront of. I don't need to get in front of a Hemi Charger launching off the line at a light change.

[@tommcintosh7241]

Most warranties are bogo warranties ! Paid $1900.00 for my last bogo warranty, 4 claims and 4 excuses why not one item was covered! Shout out to Mcclusky Chevrolet in Cincinnati for that warranty and a junk car! Thanks Keith Mcclusky!

[@markh.6687]

"McClunker". 😁

[@don2deliver]

Putting the money in the Bank is usually wiser. However year ago we had a customer pay almost $5000 for a Cadillac Northstar with a Blown Head gasket. Rather than take the car back the Dealer bought the customer a one year extended warranty and provided them with a loaner car for 2 weeks and turn the claim in after 2 weeks( warranty fine print). The warranty company paid like $2500 of the $3000 bill. I think the warranty cost the dealer like $350.

[@richard_zeller]

We have a used 2015 Cherokee and have loved it. 123000 miles and no issues.

[@adamstuhlmiller3385]

I own a 2015 Chevy traverse and bought used from a used car lot with a warranty. Shortly there after it had multiple issues. Bushings, control arms, mounts, rack/pinion all gone bad. Then in the last month the transmission had shifting issues. Although I love this car, each vehicles reliability depends on how much the car was taken care of from a previous owner. But each car has its own issues.

[@sneakerfreak2002]

Go look up Car Wizard and see what he says about Traverse, Equinox etc

[@tanejawilson748]

I had that issue a few years back as well

[@DD-dj4jr]

GM 3.6 is good for 125-150K per 3 friends who had 2 Acadias, 1 Traverse…2009-2014……then repair exceeded value of car

[@scottysgarage4393]

When cars have nicknames from the manufacturer/new dealer/shop you know to steer clear; Ford Fucus. The Chevy Travesty...etc, etc...

[@Devodck27]

Just wait your going to have more problems…

[@josephkelleher8820]

I have a 12 year old Altima with a CVT and have never had any problems. I believe the main reason these transmissions go out early is that people aren't changing the CVT fluid and filter every 30,000 miles. I always have and my 12 year old Nissan CVT runs perfectly.

[@ohhyea3794]

I have a 17 Altima. I agree, I found the trans filters on rockauto. I change the filter and fluid every 20k. 122000 miles dollar for dollar lowest maintenance cost of any car I’ve own.

[@damian.739]

From what it seems like they can be great transmissions if they are maintained but most people don’t maintain them.

[@ohhyea3794]

@@damian.739 if I’m not mistaken Nissan doesn’t recommend any trans service. I recommend a trans filter and fluid every 30k but I’m not a mechanic

[@josephkelleher8820]

@@ohhyea3794 In the Nissan owners manual Niissan does recommend changing the transmission fluid. They mention it near the back of the owners manual so owners just have to look for it.

[@josephkelleher8820]

@@damian.739 Nissan CVT's require more maintenance than most to keep them going.. On my old Buick Lesabre car I changed the transmission fluid and filter every 75,000 miles.

[@estuardo2985]

The transmission issues are mainly from trying to squeeze as much mpg out of them as possible and at the same time make them cheap as possible while also pairing them with a turbo that puts stress on them.

[@tonyspears9760]

As a car dealer for over 25 years I can't understand how you left off any Chevrolet product with Ecotec engine. They all have timing chain issues. Equinox, Cruze, Terrain, etc. Horrible vehicles. The Hyundai/Kia product is light years ahead of these

[@jimowens381]

Truth!

[@Noname77331]

He’s a “Chevy” man

[@PrisonWats]

Biased

[@Mr.Sir...3]

He was just reading the JD power report. He didn’t make the list

[@jimowens381]

@@Mr.Sir...3 I don't trust JD Power either. They are just an ad agency

[@cmdr_stretchedguy]

We had a 2014 Nissan Pathfinder. By 75K miles, the CVT was acting up, interior plastic pieces kept breaking (interior door handles, sun visors, air vents, etc), and 3 radiator fans. By the time we traded it off, we had almost as much in repairs as what we traded it for. Traded it for a 2016 Buick Enclave 3.6L, currently at 105K miles and aside from one sensor, it has had zero problems.

[@LinuxGalore]

the main issue I find with newer 6 speed auto's or CVT transmissions is the owners don't get the transmissions serviced because they are told not to by the manufacturer. Modern transmissions really need a regular fluid service, I just had my 6 speed auto serviced after 60k and the difference is very noticeable.

[@thomasallen6980]

My mechanic says there is nothing that can be serviced on a modern transmission. I like my mechanic and I trust him. Good luck scaring people into spending hundreds of dollars they dont have to.

[@mitchhedberg4415]

@@thomasallen6980 Just the CVTs, but the fluid can and should be changed.

[@scottysgarage4393]

@@thomasallen6980 The fluid can be changed on any trans. Filters on most of them. Your mechanic either doesn't want to mess with it (I can understand why) or doesn't have a clue.

[@hotpuppy1]

Subaru extended the warranty on the CVT to 10 yr, 100,000 miles. If you change the fluid, you void the warranty. I'll be getting rid of our Subaru before then. Lost me as a return customer.

[@m-cw7er]

@@hotpuppy1Me too.

[@01trsmar]

Dodge/Jeep sold to lots of lower credit people because they had base models aka Journey,Renegade,Patriot and Compass until a few years ago brand new were under $22,000...They have a wild variety of trim and option levels more so than most other companies! Higher trim levels were more expensive 40k or more..Lots of those lower trim models went to rental car agencies and that's where in the used car land they have issues, a 1 owner is generally trouble free! Journey 3rd row is good for people who occasionally need to use the 3rd row,like a 2nd car or once a month you have to carpool your kids friends to a sporting event..Nonetheless,Durango is better..Remember the Journey replaced the short version Caravan the older version until 2007..

[@mitchhedberg4415]

They are rebadged Fiats posing as Jeeps.

[@johnfranklin5277]

Ive had 3 kias an 1 Hyundai. All were excellent to over 100.000 miles, none ever required any warranty work. In fact my 17 Elantra turned 100.000 miles 2 weeks ago. 0 repairs, 0 issues. Engine and transmission still performing just like new. I should state I only buy brand new, and maintain my vehicles VERY WELL.

[@EricVonZipper]

You got lucky. I had 2 Kias start burning oil at around 50k, I got rid of them due to their bad reputation.

[@MrTrailerman2]

​@EricVonZipper I agree. 2017 Hyundai sonata 2.4 oil guzzling POS. Luckily A deer took it out. Fighting with Hyundai was exhausting and every chance I get I will let anyone willing to listen to STAY AWAY from anything KIA/Hyundai. Several thousands of consumers have had to eat these.

[@thisoldrelic]

Agree with you on the transmissions. A lot of it is the CVT transmissions. Even though it is 15-20 year technology until recent emmission standards they never cared much to develop them. Now that they have to use them for the MPGs, they are working on developing them. It's just a transission period in the transmissions. Once they all get them figured out they will be stable. But the Nissan's and Kia's were never known to be good.

[@TheCaptjamestkirk]

I agree 100%

[@charlessanders1342]

I wouldn't own a Chevy passenger car as I had a 2011 Malibu had the " reduced engine power" issue then it would start and shut off . I traded it in and found out the new owner had a timing chain issue cost them $1100 to repair. Plus I had a 2012 Impala 3.6 as the diagnostic system fails to tell you when your battery is bad which caused transmission issues I robbing the tcm of voltage intermittently. I replaced the battery after it tested bad and no more trans issues drove it another 37k miles.

[@markh.6687]

Had a bought-used 2001 Ford Taurus that would act as if there was no battery under the hood every so often. NOTHING. DEAD. Open the hood, there's the battery. VOM says 13.whatever volts. Hmm. Cables tight? Yup. Terminals: Wait. Remove negative cable. Replace cable on terminal. Start car like nothing is wrong. Lather, rinse, repeat for a couple of years at totally random intervals. The only thing that prevented it was cleaning the terminal posts and connectors until you could eat off of them. ANY tiny amount of off-colorness and it would happen. Or it wouldn't. Maybe. Replaced the battery several months before trans failed for second time since I bought it; car never acted that way again. But before you blame the battery, it started year-around in all kinds of temperatures the entire time. But it was funny to not even get a click turning the key, yet removing and replacing the cable on the battery terminal and the car started instantly.

[@shaultsyk1097]

My wife and I have owned our 2018 Cherokee trailhawk since we drove it off the lot brand new. That has been the most reliable vehicle we've had.

[@HypocriticYT]

Had a new Jeep Cherokee in 91 and it went forever with little repairs. Wish you could get the same today, the 4wd worked very well.

[@nickholzschuher1421]

My Dodge has over 300,000 miles on it and it is still running fine never rebuilt motor or transmission

[@Buc_Stops_Here]

Great list. All those problems are dead on accurate. I am surprised you don't have a sixth choice - the Subaru CVT. The throttle body on the CVT goes on many of the cars at 80,000 miles, which is a $900 repair. Then at 150,000 miles or in about 10 years, the CVT just goes dead and needs to be replaced which means you are getting a new car (transmissions go for as much as $9000 new, or remanufactured which no one recommends is about half of that).

[@burdock4419]

Sti swap?

[@Buc_Stops_Here]

@@burdock4419 I would only buy the stickshift today as that will last a very long time.

[@NotFinancialAdvice0]

CHEVY DUDE! I was wondering if you can make a video explaining the best time to buy a vehicle!

[@jeffmorse645]

I know everyone says avoid Nissans with the CVT, but you sure see a lot of old Altimas on the road. Like 10-20 year old ones that look like they've had a very hard life, but keep chugging along (usually driven by someone who acts like they have nothing to lose).

[@josephkelleher8820]

They probably change the CVT fluid and filter every 30,000 miles like your supposed to. Those CVT's can last a very long time with proper maintenance.

[@jeffmorse645]

@@josephkelleher8820 I had a 2010 Mitsu Lancer with that Jatco CVT and did just that. My nephew now has it and its well over 100K with no CVT issues. I told him to absolutely spend the money every 30K for a CVT service. I warned it that he doesn't want a repair that would cost more than the car is worth. So far so good.

[@XX-166]

Avoid ANY CVT

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

@@josephkelleher8820 They probably are on their 5th CVT. Changing fluid doesn’t extend the life at all.

[@jaya.0069]

15 or 20 year old had regular transmissions, not CVT.

[@yogib37]

car wizard listed the GMC Trevose Class because to change the Engine timing belt you need to pull the engine out. I am going on what he said and he has done some. It is a major repair.

[@mph5896]

Traverse does not have a timing belt. Have you ever worked on a traverse or looked under the hood of one?

[@noahdixon_11]

My Journey has 164k miles on it my parents got it at 20k miles but i agree with alot of the problems you listed. And those repairs get pricey especially the fact that my Catalytic converter is going bad

[@Theultrazombiekiller]

The worst vehicle I ever owned was a 2006 Chevy 2500 with a Duramax. At 61k miles driving on I40, there was some sort of catastrophic failure under the hood and it caught fire instantly, the entire truck burned and I got my kids out just in time. Actually filed a lawsuit against Chevy and won over that truck. The second worse vehicle I have ever drove was a 2011 Chevy Equinox that was my company car. We had to get rid of it after 2 years because it had over $7k woth of repairs in 18 months and lived in the shop, but only had 68k miles. Because of those two experiences, I stay far away from Chevy now. The only two vehicles that have ever left me stranded in 22 years of driving were both Chevys. And no they were not driver errors, both vehicles were very well cared for and driven normally. All brands have issues. Just buy what you want and fix it when it breaks.

[@StevenRogers-hw9dj]

There's no way Chevy Dude is putting a Chevy on the list, despite their MANY piles of junk.

[@kdoddieTR]

Also, in my opinion just like any car. It depends on how you use and maintain your vehicle. I had no problems with my 2019 cherokee. I also get recommendations maintenance done in a timely fashion. & usually with Jeeps if you off road often and lots of Work done. That’s when I noticed problems with other’s vechicles.

[@mitchhedberg4415]

You think a 3 year old jeep not having many problems is impressive? I think my Honda made it 11 years without a problem, and then it was minor. The Toyota is looking better than the Honda, 7 years, not a tiny thing wrong so far, as expected.

[@tman4915]

I own a 2019 Dodge Journey. I like it. I can attest the transmission went out at 38,000 miles totally uncalled for but whatcha going to do? the dealer fixed it no questions. Other than that I haven’t had any issues with it. It’s got about 50,000 on it now. So you would think it would not have issues but that’s cars for you. BUILT TO SELL NOT BUILT TO LAST. The 3rd row is tight but it comes in handy when I had all 7 seats taken up. I bought it brand new. wish me luck everybody. Lol I hope it lasts. I do take excellent good care of my cars so I hope me staying on top of maintenance will save me a lot of grief. Only time will tell.

[@91rss]

we knew 3 with issues on Kias, we saw one lately that smoke was pouring out of and my friend ran over and the owner says Yep and its a week old engine and they say nothing wrong. despite the smoke filling the shop. My friend said park out front with a sign on it ask me about Kias.. Jeep with the 4.7 and 5.7's has a driveshaft issue, Its $1500 to buy one and NO alternates. One Mercedes with issues were those low end suv;s they came out with and the 190's. People with barely enough money to get the oil change would take the vehicle in and be told the bill is $5000 and up for any repair, so owners would walk away from the vehicle

[@gwillis01]

My local tv station in the American Midwest says that some insurance companies are refusing to write up auto insurance policies for Kias and Hyundais any more after it was revealed online how easy it is to steal vehicles that are those car brands.

[@marcymedlin9227]

in the you KZbin search engine, watch a documentary called Kia Boys. Very interesting of how they steal the Kias/Hyundais and have ZERO regrets.

[@angatcman101]

My daughter bought car shield bumper to bumper coverage for an extended warranty. When she had an issue with it and took it to the dealer not only does she have to pay $100 deductible for car shield but the dealer tacked on another $130 fee that was not covered by car shield. Car shield stated the shop just didn’t think they were making enough money on the deal so they tacked on the other $130 so you also have to be careful about the extended warranty.

[@ChevyDude]

The reason the shop tacked on extra money is because they have to spend hours on the phone with car shield to get the approval for the warranty claim. Car shield is absolutely trash. You’re lucky they even accepted their warranty. I wouldn’t accept it at my shop.

[@angatcman101]

I wish I knew that earlier!! But she made the claim thru car shield and it was approved before she took it to the dealership. Or at least they stated her claim was approved. Who knows. However thanks for responding, keep up the good work. Wishing you great success!

[@jimowens381]

​@@ChevyDude So what warranty program do you recommend?

[@OneOut1]

@@jimowens381 the one he sells.

[@jeffzink5384]

@@ChevyDude Sounds like a good follow up topic for an upcoming video.

[@kriswingert1662]

Your info on the Kia engine issue is not correct. It was the Theta 2 that had the milling issue AND was only from 2010 to 2013. The key issue is only Kia's with NO immobilizer installed with the security system and is only a few models in certain years. My 2012 KIA Optima SX has been an excellent car and KIA has always covered, under warranty, any issue I have had and I have 110k on it.

[@mrbeaverstate]

Bought a hyundai accent (cheap) 14 years ago, paid off 10 years ago, still my daily driver.

[@hotpuppy1]

Those were the 'good' ones. NO GDI engine, conventional automatic trans. Simple and cheap to fix if you stay away from the dealer.

[@PrincessPattyPumpkin]

My 2011 Rouge's transmission went up and the transmission guy told me that there's a problem with those

[@tanejawilson748]

My 2014 Kia optima is currently in the service center for the second time for the engine first time they replaced it this time I have been without a car for two weeks now with no approval for repairs as of yet😢I was surprised to see you say Kia optima and confirm my on going issues

[@nickwind2584]

I’d gladly buy a car that’s 20 years old, 200,000 miles and with a service history before I buy a new car with a warranty!

[@rgtug1]

I bought a 2009 dodge journey with 90,000 miles on it. Drove it for 7 years it was a good car. It did get premature break wear. The heat on the passenger side wasn't that good but other than that no complaints. It had 190,000 on when i got rid of it. Still ran didnt even use oil. I could haul 4x8 sheets of plywood in the back.

[@3698s]

Another informative video! The previous Compass & Patriot were based on the Caliber. That was one lousy vehicle. A neighbor bought a used one I do not know what year, but I can see rust eating through the lower rocker panels. I wonder if in a future video you will be mentioning not to buy those 3-cylinder turbo charged GM vehicles.

[@dustinwyatt1810]

We just bought a 2014 Santa Fe Sport with the GDI and 87,000 miles. Hopefully we don't have these issues anytime soon.

[@MG-sj1em]

Had a 2017 Dodge Journey and loved it. Never had an issue. Was very nice riding and quiet.

[@cwilson000]

My FNI Mgr never came in saying they regretted owning an extended warranty when car crapped out.

[@glenshepard6960]

Anything with a cvt transmission should be avoided. 22 chevy 1500 with 5.3 engine. Any electric vehicle because of fire,well noted during floods and quick depreciation.

[@troygoodacre2718]

I bought a 2017 Skoda. Fabia. Dsg. Auto. I’ve had it three years. And have it properly serviced at the right time it needs it and by the main dealer. I pay extra every year for all major component warranty just incase I have any gearbox problems but so far nothing has ever let me down and no signs of any rust. Anywhere

[@diamond_82]

What about genesis should I buy 2015 used 104, thousand miles haven't heard anything yet what you think 🤔

[@will-l2g3t]

Have 2 Nissans with the CVT transmissions. One with 85k and the other with 120k miles. No problems, both bought new, but you MUST change the fluid every 40k or you will regret it. Easy to do yourself. I use Castrol CVT fluid. Lot cheaper than Nissan fluid from the dealer, and is as good or better.

[@troylight1750]

Purchased a 2010 Jeep Compass brand new back in the day...drove it up to 56K and without warning (and after a state inspection just two weeks prior) the stability control light comes on, and within 100 yards, the right front wheel...the entire wheel...drops out of the side of the car. The dealership later claims that the ball joint was bad, but again, after an inspection that said that everything was fine, they point to the ball joint, which usually lasts up to 100K before needing to be replaced. In the time that I owned it, I had to replace the suspension, but otherwise, it lasted until 150K miles when I traded it in for another car. So now necessarily the best car, but I didn't have transmission or engine issues. Oh...and the A/C compressor died after six years of relatively minor usage. So I'd agree, Jeeps have really lost their shine in the last decade or so.

[@kevinvoyer5053]

Ok as for the Jeeps on your list, you need to add those that only come with the 2.5 4 cyl NA engines can be noisy when pushed hard, with gritty feeling through out the rpm range, with little power. But the Jeep Cherokee is available with a smooth and relatively powerful 3.2 liter V6, that’s a version of the 3.6, with a smaller bore that’s designed for better economy, that actually comes close to the NA 4 cyl. However in later years Jeep now offers a small 1.3, 1.5 and 2.0 turbocharged engines that produce decent hp and tq. I know this first hand after buying a 2016 Cherokee Latitude 4x4, V6, new, that was a very nice drive on the highway and local roads, plus blasting down the beaches. That the 2.5 4 cyl I test drove was noisy and gutless.

[@mitchhedberg4415]

The cheap Jeeps are literally rebodied and rebadged Fiat 500s

[@benrodriguez4905]

Chevy dude don’t forget Hyundai and Kia have a new thing where you bring your car to the dealer and they do an update or something and makes the car not start when they try to start it the immobilized system activates

[@bige5107]

I have a 2014 Hyundai azera limited with 98 thousand mile and I have had no issues at all I have put battery at 7 years and brakes and tires it runs great

[@rayjohnson863]

My 2017 Nissan Sentra has near 120,000 miles on it and the only issue I've had with it is the AC compressor going out. The CVT has had no issues. I just had the fluid and coolant replaced just last week for the 4th time. Even at the dealership they are shocked it's still running.

[@becausehelivesministryintl6841]

Why did you have to change the coolant 4 times in the short period? Once every 50,000 miles is plenty for grant or coolant changes.

[@rayjohnson863]

@@becausehelivesministryintl6841 it's recommend to change it when you change the CVT fluid. On Nissan models due to the coolant degrading as it ages and temps increase which can have an effect on the CVT fluid keeping cool.

[@gwillis01]

Mumbling the legal disclaimers has been and continues to be a standard feature of tv commercials for decades. The trend is so persistent that Saturday Night Live did a sketch on the subject years ago featuring a product liability lawyer talking to ad agency executives. The lawyer was saying something like "The bad news is that you are legally required to mention information contained in federal law that this company passionately disagrees with. We propose the way to just barely comply with this law is to mumble the information so that it is not easily understandable."

[@kpkp2655]

I have a Jeep Cherokee Limited from 2015. Not a single problem after 80,000kms. (From Vancouver Canada)

[@robertsupers1150]

I have a 2009 Jeep Patriot. Bought it used for $3000 2 years ago with 100,000 miles. It now has 120,000 on it. Just had the trans serviced for $250. Other than normal maintenance, it's actually been a good car. I guess I got lucky

[@AshleyMcVay]

I bought my 2014 Jeep patriot brand new in 2014, just this year I had to replace spark plugs and starter. It’s been amazing! But I also take really great care of it

[@TonySkafidas]

Might not be most owners, but my family put over 200,000 on a 2019 jeep Cherokee in a year, no problems. As in putting that many miles on it over some years, I’m not too sure about the longevity of the plastic parts on the engine.

[@fortyfourrobo544]

Great video, my sister bought a Hyundai and at 105k the engine went out. She bought it from carmax and the Hyundai replaced the engine. This was last year. So they do have engines but I still would not buy one.

[@RSDX99]

Mainly a rust belt issue, brand doesn't matter. Lots of cars in the Carolinas no matter how old with little rust. Cars along the seashore area can rust because of the salty air.

[@devnull128]

I daily a C7 and a Gladiator. The Gladiator doesn’t feel slow at all to me. JK days were slow, but JL/JT is far better. Totally disagree with you on this one bud.

[@kingrex1931]

I had a friend that had a Hyundai that they refused to warranty because the oil changes (which were all documented) didn't all happen at a dealer, some were done at other places. No oil changes were skipped. Bassically, you can't count on a Hyundai or Kia warranty.

[@johnfranklin5277]

Not my experience. They have been great to me. My 17 Elantra I bought new , just turned 100.000 miles with 0 repairs. And 0 issues.

[@cameronthompson2669]

Hey Mike, make a video of the top 5 cars that you recommend buying.!

[@coye9r]

Friends mom had a jeep cherokee. They paid 5k for extended warranty when they bought itm the car is 60k and has been through three transmissions and 2 major electrical issues. Parents bought a rogue and trans went out at 38k miles.

[@cgirl111]

I have a bought new 2012 civic with a cvt. It has 170k miles and has never had a repair. I have the transmission fluid changed every 50k and have not seen any problems. My sister has a 2017 with 100k miles and she is starting to see transmission problems. The fluid and filter have never been changed.

[@brewcityb]

FYI The Nissan SUV with CVT can be problem free but require transmission service every 30K, the issue with CVT is from what I have seen lack of maintenance the fluid gets to hot and kills the transmission.

[@TylerRivera635]

You forgot the Chevy traverse with a six speed auto! Someone’s a bit biased Just poking fun at yah 🤣

[@EddieNightTV]

Hyaundai put me through the ringer to use "The worlds best warranty" took a good 6 months overall 2 of which we had to cover our own rental fees. I love the Looks and features but with all the issues I had on my 2018 and now my 2022 I wouldn't recommend them if you main reason for choosing is the warranty

[@johnde2754]

WHY purchase a '22 model after the 2018 Hyundai was an absolute lemon ?!? Most buyers would move away from that Korean brand lickity split to avoid being burned once AGAIN. What Say You ?!? 🗣️🚗. 🔍

[@sabbathunter]

@@johnde2754 I have a 2009 Hyundai Elantra with 109k miles on it. No major issues. Just normal maintenance. *knocks on wood* I was going to consider getting another Hyundai after this one, as my last two were Hyundais as well. Sad to hear the quality has diminished.

[@EddieNightTV]

@@johnde2754 the 18 wasn't a lemon so to speak. just stating having engine problems around the same time as we got the 2022. and it was used upon purchase. didn't think the brand new one yield the same problems

[@peterpeter8086]

Michael I own 4 vehicles that need extended warranties. How do I get in touch with you?

[@StarfallNeon]

I wish I had known this earlier about Kia. Me and my wife just bought our first car and it's a Kia Optima.

[@jack8356]

Yeah. Kia and hyondai are know for bad engines. Best to keep up that oil change to delay the inevitable

[@DanielGarcia-zz9eg]

I have a 2010 nissan altima. I'm the first owner and no issues with the transmission or engine. I follow the maintenance schedule Everything else, just wear and tear

[@robertmoore2049]

Excellent! How many miles you got on it? I’ve got a 2017 Nissan Versa Note with 68K miles on it. So far only battery and oil changes.

[@DanielGarcia-zz9eg]

@robertmoore2049 Don't get Nissan battery. Those only last 2 yrs, best u get interstate battery if one is available in your area. They can help find the issue why it keep dieing every 2 yrs I'm at 152,000 miles. Still going strong 💪

[@robertmoore2049]

@@DanielGarcia-zz9eg awesome to hear! I did get an Interstate battery. I’m glad you are getting a lot of miles on your car and its going strong!

[@andrewshenton6541]

I had a renegade and got shot of it because of the type of engine,drank oil even the service people for Jeep told me those vehicles are junk that you mentioned

[@tnguy9696]

if you want a CVT to last change the fluid and filter every year. in 1 year it go from light green to almost black under normal driving conditions

[@morebeer7673]

Yeah that's the problem. For decades, you only needed to change trans fluid around every 60 -70K miles under normal conditions. Now these CVT's are everywhere and people just aren't used to having to worry about trans fluids every 25-35K miles.

[@mjsteelersnation]

The Ford focus has a known transmission issue too.

[@jeffmorse645]

And Fiesta. They use the same garbage DCT.

[@mph5896]

Cant even get a TCM for them right now. They are backordered 50k+ TCM's through Ford

[@jet1589]

Yeah stick to the 4 speed auto models much better 2008-2011. My 2008 shifts smoother than my 2014 Escape with 1/2 the mileage (245k vs 137k). The Escape starting having rougher shifts around 110k, still shifts fine just a little rough/ slow.

[@jvinot60]

Had a Jeep Patriot for 10 years but then the transmission began slipping at only 70K miles. That was my last Jeep. I’ve gone back to Honda with a 2022 CRV which I love.

[@01trsmar]

Jeep Patriot had a CVT transmission,your 2022 Honda CRV also has a CVT transmission and they dont make it to 100,000 miles either! Honda has huge issues with their cvt transmissions,many are replaced under warranty and 50,000...60,000 miles!! You bought the same type of vehicle,same issue you will have..Furthermore,Jeep no longer has any model with a cvt transmission only the Compass until 2014 and Patriot used the cvt,others use a 8 speed or 9 speed transmission.

[@rediron44]

Upgrade, our Jeep Grand Cherokee has been flawless. No CVT transmission or any cheap stuff. Excellent vehicle

[@joes7930]

@@rediron44flawless. Lol. It’s a Jeep. Just wait.

[@rediron44]

@@joes7930 how long?? We've had it 5 years already. My wife's daily. Just drove it from Cincinnati to Kansas and back. Perfect. My 2003 Jeep Rubicon has been tough as nails. Our previous 2004 Grand Cherokee had 222,000 before trade in, never any major problems. Engine, and all powertrain was great. Quit buying cheap economy models

[@joes7930]

@@rediron44 never any “major” problems. Key word. I’m sure it’s has several non maintenance issues . meanwhile my Japanese made car (subaru) has had NONE in 6.5 years except routine maintenance.

[@pz6316]

Who do you recommend for an extended warranty

[@mattdavis7260]

I’m not sure about the journey we’ve had two and a few people i know have them. They have been great little suvs. Lots of family vacation trips made in ours with no issues. We now have a Durango and love that also

[@morthomer5804]

So, most cars in the tri-state area? CVT'S are not made for mountain driving (unless you have the set/hold gear option)

[@jtjt8331]

Agree with all mentioned although I would buy a Hyundai Kia before a Chevy,,, on Toyota or Lexus for reliability!!!

[@kdoddieTR]

My neighbor & I both had a Dodge Journey. She had all the problems in the world. I had none. Smh

[@BobBuilder-om4rd]

I disagree with the journey. I own 2. 2010 and 2011. Both with the 2.4 engine. It is a tad under power but for what I paid I have no complaints. My 2010 has 266,000 miles. Only repairs I've done 8s rear shocks, brake pads, one caliper, 2 ball joints, one sway bar link. The 2011 has 188k, did one ball joint, 2 sway bar links and brake pads.

[@HypocriticYT]

CVT’s try replacing the crank sensor for $40. When this sensor goes bad even transmission shops believe the transmission is bad

[@jack8356]

All automatic transmission will shutt a little on low speeds when the clutches engage. Even my new car does that. My old honda had geared transmission no clutches shuttered too always on low speeds

[@guzmancharles7]

Thanks for the great information. We want to buy a retirement car but with all these cars coming out now not worth buying we decided to wait. We will continue researching and watching your videos. Again Thanks 👍

[@sammyjammy6647]

Buy a new Lexus ES 350. Still has a naturally aspirated V6.

[@karenkoe7096]

My retirement car was a Toyota Camry. Owned it for 10 years now. Best, least troublesome car I have ever owned.

[@thomasdearment3214]

I'm a firm believer in extended warranties but shop around. And if you have a problem make sure its covered.

[@applefordguy76]

As far the Escape, mostly 2013-2019 had transmission issues.. Currently have parts on order for my own Escape lol. 2-3 bump shift and torque converter failure. The jelly bean Escapes don't have as many issues. And the coolant intrusion has extended coverage for some years of the Escape.

[@JasPlun]

The Escape and Fusions are effected with the coolant intrusion issue and its not a head gasket problem it is a block design flaw that Ford knew about and later re-designed nice and sneaky and quiet about doing it Shhhh! Anyway the engines that do not have the re-designed block will have the issue multiple times unless the block is replaced with the updated block. Great list I agree stay away from these vehicles they may look nice and have a cheap price tag that will tempt you, but do not do it! You will spend all that money you thought you saved and some down the road. That is why I buy Toyotas and Hondas. Might be a tad more up-front, but Man O" Man do I save money long term and get highest resale and trade in values!

[@Electra225]

New subscriber here. Thanks for all of your information here. I have actually looked at used Hyundai's and this post was very helpful. Thanks, again!

[@georgefarning69]

Mike, Thank you for being an honest car salesman. We own a 2019 Kia with the GDI engine. We have approximately 50k on the motor. We have been doing full synthetic oil changes. When should we start seeing the engine problems?

[@objective7042]

From what I'm hearing, you need to check your engine oil. If you notice oil level dropping significantly every 1k miles, then it's starting to go out. But if you're keeping up with maintenance, it should be ok but keep checking the oil level.

[@joshb2812]

Intake service!!! Keep it free from carbon buildup and the host of issues that follow if not done. Chemical service doesn’t work. Find a shop that does walnut media blasting. Also, the US oil change intervals are too long. Do 4 thousand miles, cheap maintenance!

[@bobbydunn4317]

I've had Nissans and Chryslers, won't have another one,cvt, horrible, Chrysler 300 c34000 miles when I bought it in 29000 miles over 5000 dollar of repairs,traded for Lexus es 350,great car

[@louism8217]

I actually know people that Kia is fighting for both engine and transmission issues.

[@andrewshenton6541]

And stay away from 4 cyl turbo unless you have bumper to bumper

[@Caleb-of3yg]

As someone who unknowingly bought a car with a 3 year loan recently, I can tell you another car to avoid is ANY 2012--2018 Ford Focus! I bought it April 15 and it was in the shop April 19 with 106,004 miles. The Powershift Automatic had comepletely went out! The TCM failed (Btw they have 100% fail rate after 11 revisions) and it caused major damages to the actuators and clutch packs. If the dealer didnt pay and I hadnt payed the first bill, I would've ditched it. AGAIN DO NOT BUY A FOCUS OR FIESTA WITH THE POWERSHIFT. THEY WILL BANKRUPT YOU.

[@anelly93]

How about a video on say the 5-10 best used vehicles to buy?

[@apacheken1]

I've owned a renegade and it was a good car plenty of power with the 2.4 in it never had any warranty work on it and it quiet threaded it in at 120.000 on a new compass I've owned alout of Chrysler products over tears

[@NatesHomeTours]

Transmission issues, wonder why? sealed amd you can't check the fluid level or see if it is burnt or any other smell to it. Can't tell anything. Can't service them so no one is gettign the service done unless they want to pay someone 400-500 to get it done, where as before the average person with a little bit of machanical skills could do at least a filter and fluid swap. I own a 17 Cherokee with 90k miles and not one issue since the day I bought it. I felt a small lack of power once on my way to work (Oreilly Auto Parts). Soon as I got to work I bought new plugs and coils. Installed them on my break and haven't felt any lack of power since then. Been over a year.

[@markh.6687]

You should see some of the parts on modern transmissions; tiny springs holding other parts so they can function at high torque and temperature.

[@gerardtrigo380]

My only disagreement is with the 2015 and later Cherokees. I know of several of these vehicles with well over 300,000 miles and no trouble. The pre 2014 Cherokees in that style yes and definitely the Patriot, Compass, and Renegade. The last of those is just a Fiat 500 with a new body. BTW that is one I would add to your list. I would also add the Range Rover and Land Rover money pits.

[@burtoncrowell4371]

Hi I really enjoy your videos I can feel the pain LOL the end of this video you talked about everyone should buy an extended warranty I think for the normal person that buys a car from a dealer that would probably be a very good idea however all extended warranties are not created equal and some extended warranties simply don't cover near what you think they're going to cover and with some of these cars with these very extensive engine and transmission issues sometimes nothing is covered so would you please review car warranty companies I know there's one called cars cars that I believe is a good Extended Warranty company however I've heard that there is considerable claim issues with other extended warranty so would you mind doing a review for people that are following your information because just because you buy an extended warranty doesn't mean that you're out of the woods if you know what I mean I myself go to the Salvage pool after gathering information and buy a very lightly damaged nice car I try to buy Honda and Toyota if they're affordable and repair them and then drive them for about 6 months and resell them

[@JasPlun]

A little information on the Toyota with a transmission issue most of the shudder issues can be solved by having the dealer wipe the transmission learning software especially the new 8 speed transmissions. They had early failures 2017-2018, but got the problems fixed and they are pretty reliable now. We had a shudder and had them wipe the memory and have had zero issues and have put 40k miles on it since the memory wipe. The problems arise more when more than 2 people drive it. Easy fix if you have that problem:P

[@Radi_ne_radi]

Hi Mike, love your videos! I have learned a lot in just the few that I watched since discovering your channel. Can you give me some advice - Im in the market for a Camaro ss 1LE. Msrp is 48500 ish. Minus Chevy incentives, what is a fair price to pay in todays market? Id appreciate any advice or feedback! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@izzyp8784]

My 2011 sonata limited had the GDi engine and after 9 years we had an engine replaced.

[@power4things]

Did everyone forget how to make a transmission? Or just hooked on these cheap CVT's? 2006 BMW 530, close to 300,000 miles, original ZF 6HP29 6-speed (hydraulic) automatic. Shifts like it's new. Trick? Change the fluid ...

[@helenarichard]

Don't buy second hand Audi, Ford, Renault. Audi has timing belt issues and clutch issues. Ford has clutch issues. Very dangerous.

[@simbadtx]

Can you make a video about this but with performance vehicles? Like maybe used Hellcats, Zl1s, Corvettes, things like that