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Milan Singh offers financial advice on his TikTok channel, @MilanSinghhh. His car-buying mindset is straightforward: “Get a reliable car and stick with it for a long time.” He warns, “Many people end up buying some of these unreliable cars, which ends up costing them more in the long run. That is not the way to grow your wealth.” Singh turned to Consumer Reports to build a list of the least reliable recent vehicles.
I’ll add that cars in the 1950s and 1960s often needed a full engine rebuild by 100,000 miles. But the vast majority of modern vehicles won’t need major maintenance until 150,000 miles or beyond. Build quality is just better. In addition, automakers often step up to fix widespread engine problems that do occur, sometimes replacing every affected motor for free. So vehicles with those recalls (i.e. the Toyota Tundra, GM trucks and SUVs with the 6.2-liter V8, and the Chrysler Pacifica) are excluded from this list. Instead, here are three makes and models with two major issues each—because even if you dodge one, the other could still get you.
The first car Singh warns against is the Nissan Rogue crossover. The Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) in the Rogue is something “Nissan is not well known for.” That’s a black mark, especially since the traditional automatics in most used Honda and Toyota crossovers are nearly bulletproof by comparison. Certain model years of the Altima, Sentra, Kicks, Versa, and Murano also used Nissan’s CVT.
Singh also noted “reports of internal bearing damage, knocking noises, and the engine seizing.” Pair engine trouble with transmission trouble, and the Rogue becomes a difficult investment to justify.
Ford introduced its Bronco Sport for the 2021 model year, and it was a stylish crossover with genuine off-road capability. But Singh points out that we’ve already seen two major issues with its three-cylinder (1.5-liter) EcoBoost engine. I’d wait a few years to see how common these issues become before buying one.
The first is “issues with their cooling system,” which could cause overheating of either the engine or the AWD system. Two separate reviewers discovered the issue during aggressive off-roading. The second problem is a risk of cracked fuel injectors Ford has admitted to. But when the automaker issued a recall for the hardware problem, it tried to solve it with a software patch instead of replacing the injectors.
The four-cylinder, 2.0-liter I4 engine is becoming the default motor configuration. But the first generation of Hyundai and Kia’s 2.0-liter I4 has proven especially problematic. A judge even ordered the automakers to offer a lifetime warranty to drivers of 2010-2018 vehicles with this power plant. Because that warranty isn’t transferrable, these cars are not a great choice to buy used.
The second issue is that many base trims lacked an engine immobilizer. By the early 2020s, thieves had discovered this flaw, and stealing these cars for joyrides became a TikTok trend. The automakers released a free software update that dramatically reduces theft risk, but it doesn’t prevent thieves from damaging your car while trying.
MotorBiscuit has reached out to @MilanSinghhh for comment. You can see Singh’s entire list in the video embedded below:
? 5 cars that won’t last 60,000 miles Investing in a car is a big deal so you want to get something that’s durable and gives you the best ROI. Here are 5 new cars that you should avoid because they won’t even last 60,000 miles, and definitely avoid the last one. – Milan Follow me @milansinghhh if you want to build your wealth ? What car do you drive? Let me know in the comments!? #WealthWithMilan #finance #personalfinance #money #fintok #moneytok #learnontiktok #lifehacks #saving #investing Disclaimer: My content is for educational purposes only, this is not advice. Consult a professional before making any decisions. I may earn affiliate commissions from the links mentioned.
Henry Cesari is a MotorBiscuit Staff Writer who brings his deep interest in vintage cars, trucks, and motorcycles to the site. Henry covers Ford models daily, including the F-150. Having restored his first classic car at just 16 years old, Henry has wrenched on everything from overland campers to Japanese motorcycles and even pre-war Bugattis. He’s an avid attendee at local car shows and genuinely enjoys connecting with fellow auto enthusiasts. Henry earned a Bachelor’s in Anthropology and English from the University of Vermont.

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