Market Insights
Data-driven analysis of the used car market. Pricing trends, buying strategies, and what the numbers actually say.
Used Ford Expedition 3rd Gen (2007-2017): Buyer's Guide
The 2007-2014 Triton V8 and 2015-2017 EcoBoost V6 are different trucks under one nameplate. What NHTSA data, forums, and owners say to check first.
Used Honda Insight 3rd Gen (2019-2022): Buyer's Guide
The 2019 Insight has triple the NHTSA complaints of the 2021. Same hybrid system, same platform. Here's what changed and what to check before you buy.
Used Subaru Impreza 4th Gen (2012-2016): Buyer's Guide
A 2012-2013 Impreza could burn a quart of oil every 1,200 miles under a class-action settlement. Here's which years dodged it and what to inspect.
Used Ford Ranger 6th Gen (2024-2026): Buyer's Guide
The 2024 Ranger drew 9 separate NHTSA recalls in its first model year. Here's which engine, trim, and model year to target in Ford's all-new 6th gen Ranger.
Used Volkswagen Touareg 2nd Gen (2011-2017): Buyer's Guide
The 2011-2017 VW Touareg came as a gas VR6, a dieselgate-era TDI, or a supercharged hybrid. Here's which engine holds up and which year to skip.
The Sub-$20K Used Car Isn't Dead. Here's the Data
A new study says the $20K used car is nearly extinct. CarScout's live market data shows which mainstream models still have listings under that price.
Used Jaguar F-Type 1st Gen (2014-2024): Buyer's Guide
The F-Type's manual V6 sports cars now sell for less than a loaded Camry. Here's which engine, which years, and what breaks on Jaguar's only sports car.
Used Land Rover Range Rover L460 (2022-2026): Buyer's Guide
The L460 Range Rover has logged 13+ NHTSA campaigns in under four years. Here's which engine, trim, and model year actually make sense on the used market.
Used Lexus LS 4th Gen (2007-2017): Buyer's Guide
The 4th-gen Lexus LS has one verified NHTSA recall in eleven years. It still has six well-documented failure points and real repair costs to budget for.
Used Volvo S90 1st Gen (2017-2025): Buyer's Guide
The Volvo S90's US run ends after 2025. Here's what breaks by powertrain, which years to target, and why the tariff-driven discontinuation changes the calculus.
Used Chevy Sonic 1st Gen (2012-2020): Buyer's Guide
The 2012 Chevy Sonic logged 353 NHTSA complaints and seven recalls. The 2019 logged eight complaints and zero recalls. Same car, nine years apart. Here's what changed.
Ram Recalls 1.27M Trucks Over Seat Belt Anchors
NHTSA campaign 26V495 covers 1,271,294 Ram 1500 trucks built from 2019 to 2026 over a seat belt buckle anchor that may not be attached to the body structure.
Used Infiniti QX55 (2022-2025): Buyer's Guide
The Infiniti QX55 ran four model years before Infiniti killed it. A 2022 engine bearing recall and a rough CVT are what to check before you buy one used.
Used Lexus LX 570 3rd Gen (2008-2021): Buyer's Guide
The 2008-2021 Lexus LX 570 has zero NHTSA recalls in CarScout's data. The air suspension and audio amp still have their own well-documented failure points.
Used Toyota Avalon 6th Gen (2013-2018): Buyer's Guide
The 2013 Avalon logged 160 NHTSA complaints and a phantom-braking recall. The 2017 logged 14. Same XX40 platform. Here's which years to buy.
The New Canada Car Tariff: 50%, Starting August 19
A new 50% tariff on Canadian-built vehicles takes effect August 19 and stacks on existing duties. Here's which used models trace to Ontario plants and why it matters.
Used Honda Element (2003-2011): Buyer's Guide
The 2003 Element logged 449 NHTSA complaints, half of them about a windshield that cracked on its own. Here's what actually breaks on the rest of the generation.
Used Mercedes-Benz GLS X167 (2020-2026): Buyer's Guide
The 2020 GLS carries four separate NHTSA recalls, and the lineup runs three different, non-interchangeable air suspension systems. Here's what to check before buying used.
Used Mercedes-Benz Metris (2016-2023): Buyer's Guide
The Metris carries over 30 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns across an eight-year run. Here's what to check before buying one, and which years to avoid.
Used Subaru Forester 6th Gen (2025+): Buyer's Guide
The 2025-2026 Forester has four confirmed NHTSA recalls and a fifth hybrid fire warning. Here's what to check before buying Subaru's newest generation used.
Used Acura RDX 2nd Gen (2013-2018): Buyer's Guide
The 2013-2018 Acura RDX has a base-trim headlight defect with no recall, plus a generation-wide fuel pump recall. Here's what to check before buying.
Used Acura TL 4th Gen (2009-2014): Buyer's Guide
The 2009-2014 Acura TL SH-AWD shares a documented oil-consumption defect and a 15-year steering warranty. Here's what to check before you buy one.
Used Audi A7 C8 (2019-2025): Buyer's Guide
The C8 Audi A7 has six NHTSA recalls since 2019, but the real repeat repair is a $1,200 part hiding under the passenger seat. What to check before buying.
Used Cadillac CT6 1st Gen (2016-2020): Buyer's Guide
GM killed the Cadillac CT6 after five years and later admitted it was a mistake. Here's what to check on the 2016-2020 flagship before you buy one used.
Used Hyundai Genesis 1st Gen (2009-2014): Buyer's Guide
The 2009-2014 Hyundai Genesis was Hyundai's first RWD luxury sedan. What to check on the 3.8 V6, 4.6 V8, and 5.0 R-Spec before you buy one used.
Used Kia Sedona 3rd Gen (2015-2021): Buyer's Guide
The 2015-2021 Kia Sedona's engine, sliding doors, and recall history by year, with the trims and model years worth buying.
Used Range Rover Evoque 1st Gen (2012-2019): Buyer's Guide
Most guides split this Evoque into pre-2016 and post-2016. That's wrong. The transmission changed in 2014, the engine changed in 2018. Here's the real map.
Used Acura ILX (2013-2022): Buyer's Guide
The Acura ILX never got a second generation, just two facelifts and four engines. Here's which one to buy, which recall to check, and which year to skip.
Used BMW X1 U11 (2023-2026): Buyer's Guide
The 2023 BMW X1 launch year drew four separate brake-system recalls. Here's what changed by 2025, which trim to buy, and what to check before you sign.
Used Honda CR-V 4th Gen (2012-2016): Buyer's Guide
Honda recalled the 2015 CR-V's engine, then recalled the replacement engines too. Here's what to check before buying a 2012-2016 CR-V, by powertrain.
Used Porsche Cayman 987 (2006-2012): Buyer's Guide
The 987 Cayman splits at 2009: pre-2009 cars carry IMS bearing risk, 2009-2012 direct-injection cars don't have it at all. Here's what matters by engine.
Used BMW M4 G82 (2021-2026): Buyer's Guide
The 2021 M4's grille redesign cost it a quarter of its value in three years, per Kelley Blue Book. The S58 engine underneath fixed the F82's rod-bearing risk.
Used GMC Yukon XL 4th Gen (2015-2020): Buyer's Guide
Same lifter failure as the standard Yukon, plus its own recall history. What six years of forum threads and NHTSA filings say about a used 4th gen Yukon XL.
Used Honda Prologue 1st Gen (2024-2026): Buyer's Guide
The Honda Prologue is built on GM's Ultium platform, not Honda's own. Here's what the axle recall, low-mileage battery swaps, and owner forums say before you buy one used.
Used MINI Cooper Clubman F54 (2016-2024): Buyer's Guide
The F54 Clubman's electric rear barn doors are known to fail, and its B48 engine cracks an oil filter housing around 60k miles. What to check before buying one.
Used Jaguar E-Pace 1st Gen (2018-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2019 and 2020 E-Pace show zero recalls in NHTSA's data. The 2018 and every 2021+ year don't. That line falls mid-production, not at a model year change.
Used Mercedes-Benz S-Class W223 (2021-2026): Buyer's Guide
The W223 S-Class swapped six powertrains and a notorious door handle for a cleaner reliability record than its predecessor. Here's what still breaks.
Used Nissan 350Z Z33 (2003-2009): Buyer's Guide
The 2003 350Z logged 275 NHTSA complaints. The 2008 logged 24. Two engines split this generation in half: here's which era to buy and what actually breaks.
Ford Recalls 47,587 F-150, F-250 Trucks Over Camera Bug
NHTSA campaign 26V489000 covers 47,587 Ford F-150 and F-250 Super Duty trucks. A software bug blocks the rearview camera in reverse. What used buyers should check.
Used Audi Q4 e-tron 1st Gen (2022-2025): Buyer's Guide
Audi recalled roughly 60,000 Q4 e-trons for a display bug that hides whether the car is in Park. Here's what to check by trim and year before buying used.
Used BMW 4 Series G22 (2021-2026): Buyer's Guide
The F32 4 Series carried a recall covering 720,000-plus BMWs. The G22 that replaced it doesn't. Here's what actually breaks instead, and which years to target.
Used BMW M3 G80 (2021-2026): Buyer's Guide
The G80 M3 fixed the rod bearing problem that haunted older M3s, then BMW halted deliveries in 2026 over a different engine issue. Here's what actually matters.
Used Nissan NV200 1st Gen (2013-2021): Buyer's Guide
The NV200 was NYC's official taxi and shares its platform with the Chevy City Express. One engine, one CVT, and a documented failure pattern worth checking.
Mercedes-Benz Recalls 310,667 Cars for Rollaway Risk
NHTSA campaign 26V481 covers seven Mercedes-Benz lines built 2019-2026 for a corroded door switch that can silently disable the parking brake.
Used Audi A7 C7 (2012-2018): Buyer's Guide
The Audi A7 C7 racked up five recall campaigns by its second model year, and its diesel got swept into Dieselgate. Here's what to check before buying one.
Used Audi A8 D4 (2011-2017): Buyer's Guide
The Audi A8 D4 buying guide: all five engines, why 2013 has the most owner complaints, real air suspension repair costs, and which model years to trust most.
Used GMC Sierra HD (2020-2026): Buyer's Guide
The Allison 10-speed paired with the L5P Duramax is brand new for this generation, and forum threads document torque converter shudder before 15,000 miles.
Used MINI Countryman F60 (2017-2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2nd-gen MINI Countryman F60 has four distinct powertrains with four different failure patterns. Engine mounts, timing chains, and PHEV battery recalls, explained.
Jeep Grand Cherokee Airbag Recall Hits 419,000 SUVs
NHTSA campaign 26V328000 covers 419,000 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L SUVs for a side air bag delay. What used buyers should check before purchasing.
Used Audi S4 B9 (2018-2024): Buyer's Guide
The B9 Audi S4's rocker arm failures cluster in 2018-2019 cars and run $5,000-plus. Here's which model years, trims, and checks actually matter.
Used BMW X6 F16 (2015-2019): Buyer's Guide
A class-action settlement covers oil consumption in every 2015-2019 BMW X6 xDrive50i's N63TU1 V8. Three separate bolt recalls hit 2018-2019 models too.
Used Hyundai Santa Fe 5th Gen (2024-2026): Buyer's Guide
A software bug let 12,349 2024 Santa Fes roll away in Park. Hyundai fixed it, then dropped the DCT for 2026. Here's which year is actually safe to buy.
Used Lexus GX 550 3rd Gen (2024-2026): Buyer's Guide
The redesigned Lexus GX 550 picked up four NHTSA recalls in its first two model years. Here's what to check by trim and year before you buy one used.
Used Genesis G90 1st Gen (2017-2022): Buyer's Guide
The 2017-2022 Genesis G90's turbo V6 was recalled twice for the same oil leak. What to check on the 3.3T, the 5.0 V8, and the air suspension before buying used.
Used Nissan Ariya (2023-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2023 Ariya carries four NHTSA recalls including two for software that cuts drive power. The 2024 and 2025 carry none. Here's what to check by powertrain and year.
Used Subaru Legacy 6th Gen (2015-2019): Buyer's Guide
Subaru extended the Legacy's CVT warranty to 10 years/100,000 miles three separate times between 2015 and 2018. That pattern tells you more than any spec sheet.
Used Volvo S60 2nd Gen (2011-2018): Buyer's Guide
The 2011-2018 Volvo S60's engine lineup changed twice. Here's which years, engines, and trims to target, and which to skip, before you buy.
Used Lucid Air 1st Gen (2022-2026): Buyer's Guide
A 2025 Lucid Air owner got a lemon-law buyback after eight failures in one weekend. Here's what to check before buying any first-gen Air, trim by trim.
Used Mazda 3 3rd Gen (2014-2018): Buyer's Guide
One NHTSA recall covers every 2014-2018 Mazda 3 built. Here's the full recall history, the clutch and infotainment threads owners keep posting, and which years to target.
Used Mercedes-Benz GLA H247 (2021-2025): Buyer's Guide
The second-gen GLA's real risks: 7G-DCT jerk, MBUX freezes, 4MATIC diff whine, and a tailgate that stops halfway. Year-by-year, powertrain by powertrain.
Used Porsche 911 992 (2020-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 992-gen 911 is the most reliable 911 Porsche has built, but five safety recalls, a PDK service myth, and constant interior rattles still trip up buyers.
Used Buick Envision 1st Gen (2016-2020): Buyer's Guide
The first-gen Buick Envision flipped from GM's most-complained-about compact SUV to one of its most reliable after a 2019 refresh. Here's the split.
Used Kia Optima 3rd Gen (2011-2015): Buyer's Guide
The 2011-2015 Kia Optima's GDI engine can seize from factory machining debris left in the crankshaft. Here's which years, trims, and checks actually matter.
Used Mercedes-Benz Sprinter VS30 (2019-2026): Buyer's Guide
The current Sprinter runs four different engines across one generation, and the AdBlue system is the single most-reported complaint. Here's what to check by powertrain.
Used Nissan Z RZ34 (2023-2026): Buyer's Guide
The RZ34 Nissan Z carries two verified NHTSA recalls and a documented early-production paint problem. Here's what to check by trim, engine, and year.
Used Chevy Trax 2nd Gen (2024-2025): Buyer's Guide
GM is being sued over connecting rod failures in the Trax's 1.2L turbo triple. One owner's engine let go at 11,581 miles. Here's what to check before you buy.
Used Porsche 911 991 Gen (2012-2019): Buyer's Guide
The 991 911 splits into naturally aspirated 991.1 (2012-16) and turbocharged 991.2 (2017-19) cars. Bore scoring risk lives on one side of that line, not both.
Used Subaru Solterra 1st Gen (2023-2025): Buyer's Guide
Subaru's first EV shipped under a do-not-drive wheel recall and a documented 12V battery quirk. Know which years and trims to target before buying used.
Used Toyota Crown 1st Gen (2023-2026): Buyer's Guide
The 2023 Crown carries a camera recall and the Platinum has its own transaxle TSB. Forum data on wind noise, infotainment, and both hybrid drivetrains, by year.
Used BMW M5 F90 (2018-2023): Buyer's Guide
A cracked coolant tank on the F90 M5 can dump coolant onto the fuel injectors below it, sometimes by 11,000 miles. Here's what to check before you buy one.
Used Buick LaCrosse 2nd Gen (2010-2016): Buyer's Guide
The 2011 Buick LaCrosse logged 52 owner complaints on record. The 2015 logged 5. Same generation, same platform: here's which years to buy.
The Real Cost of an 84-Month Used Car Loan in 2026
Edmunds' Q2 2026 data shows a record 23.9% of new loans running 84+ months and used financing averaging $30,414. Here's what that stretch costs in interest.
Used Lexus GS 4th Gen (2013-2020): Buyer's Guide
Every 2016-2020 Lexus GS carries an open fuel pump recall with no permanent fix as of mid-2026. Here's what to check across all four GS powertrains.
Used Lincoln MKC 1st Gen (2015-2019): Buyer's Guide
Every 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC is under a recall telling owners to park outside until it's fixed. Here's which year, which engine, and what to verify first.
Ford's Explorer Seat Recall Is Back: 388,000 SUVs Again
Ford recalled 387,911 Explorer and Aviator SUVs for a second-row seat defect it already tried to fix in 2025. What used buyers should check before signing.
Used Chrysler Town & Country (2008-2016): Buyer's Guide
The 5th-gen Town and Country's 2010-2014 models share a five-year door switch fire recall. Here's which model years and engines to actually buy used.
Used Ford Excursion 1st Gen (2000-2005): Buyer's Guide
The 2003 Ford Excursion split mid-year between the bulletproof 7.3L Power Stroke and the failure-prone 6.0L. Here's how to tell which one you're buying before you sign.
Used Tesla Model X 1st Gen (2016-2020): Buyer's Guide
The 2016 Tesla Model X carries 12 NHTSA recalls and Consumer Reports called it flawed. Here's which 1st gen Model X years actually hold up.
Used Toyota 86 1st Gen (2013-2020): Buyer's Guide
A 2018 recall meant to fix the FR-S/86's valve springs has owners reporting knocking and stalling after the repair. Here's what to check on a ZN6 before buying.
Used Chevy Trailblazer GMT360 (2002-2009): Buyer's Guide
GM recalled the same fire-risk window switch three times on the 2006-2007 Trailblazer. Here's what else the GMT360 generation (2002-2009) hides.
Used Dodge Dart 1st Gen (2013-2016): Buyer's Guide
Dodge reopened a 2019 Dart recall in 2025 because the fix didn't work. Every verified recall, the 2.4L oil-burning defect, and which year to buy.
Used Maserati Ghibli 1st Gen (2014-2024): Buyer's Guide
The used Maserati Ghibli lost 6 recalls in its first two model years alone, then went recall-free in 2019 and 2020. Which years to buy, which to skip.
Used Nissan Leaf 1st Gen (2011-2017): Buyer's Guide
A study of 283 Leaf packs found the 2016-2017 30 kWh battery degrades three times faster than the 24 kWh pack it replaced. Here's what to actually buy.
Nissan Recalls 168,149 Armada, QX80 SUVs Over Bad Labels
NHTSA campaign 26V455000 covers 168,149 Nissan Armada, Infiniti QX56, and QX80 SUVs with 22-inch wheels over a wrong weight rating label. What used buyers should check first.
Used BMW i3 (2014-2021): Buyer's Guide
A 2018 BMW i3 recall covered a circuit fault that could kill propulsion while driving. Here's which model years and powertrains to trust when buying used.
Used Hyundai Venue 1st Gen (2020-2026): Buyer's Guide
The 2020 Venue shipped with no engine immobilizer and the highest transmission complaint count of the generation. Here's what changes year to year before you buy one used.
Used Kia Forte 2nd Gen (2014-2018): Buyer's Guide
The 2014-2018 Forte's 2.0L engine is named in a $1.3B Kia/Hyundai lawsuit over connecting rod failure. Here's what to check by engine and trim.
Used Maserati Levante 1st Gen (2017-2024): Buyer's Guide
Maserati's only SUV generation: the shared-platform timing chain risk, the $2,000 air suspension fix, and every NHTSA recall verified year by year.
Used Cadillac XTS 1st Gen (2013-2019): Buyer's Guide
GM is still mailing interim recall letters for 2015 XTS airbag inflators with no fix yet. Here's which XTS years to buy, which to skip, and what to check.
Used Chevy Cruze 1st Gen (2011–2015): Buyer's Guide
The 2012 Cruze has 864 NHTSA complaints. The 2015 has 251. Same J300 platform, same basic 1.4T. Here's which engine, trim, and year actually hold up.
Used Toyota C-HR 1st Gen (2018-2022): Buyer's Guide
The 2018-2022 Toyota C-HR's CVT has a documented bearing defect that owners report costing $10,000-plus to fix. Here's what to check before buying one.
Used Toyota Land Cruiser J250 (2024-2026): Buyer's Guide
The Land Cruiser came back to the US in 2024 with one engine, one gearbox, and a transmission problem forum owners were reporting within months. Here's what to check.
Polestar's US Sales Ban: What It Means for Used Buyers
The Commerce Department blocked Polestar from selling new cars in the US starting in 2027. Here's what that actually means if you're shopping used.
Used BMW iX 1st Gen (2022-2026): Buyer's Guide
BMW is ending US iX sales after the 2026 model year. Here's what the recall record, forum threads, and NHTSA complaint data say before you buy one used.
Used Ford Transit Connect 2nd Gen (2014-23): Buyer's Guide
The 2014-2023 Ford Transit Connect racked up 14 recalls in its launch year alone, two tagged fire risk. Here's what to check before you buy one.
Used Genesis G80 1st Gen (2017-2020): Buyer's Guide
Every 2017-2020 Genesis G80 shares a recall telling owners to park outside until it's fixed. Three engines, one real transmission issue, best years to target.
Used Polestar 2 1st Gen (2021-2024): Buyer's Guide
The Polestar 2 has been recalled three separate times for the same rearview camera bug. Here's what to check on a used 2021-2024 model before you buy.
Honda Recalls 325K Odysseys: Same Camera Bug, 4th Time
Honda recalled 325,588 Odyssey minivans on July 1 over a backup camera that can go dark in reverse, the same defect it recalled back in 2020.
Used BMW i4 1st Gen (2022-2025): Buyer's Guide
2022-2025 BMW i4 buyer's guide: 10 verified NHTSA recalls sorted by trim and year, the coolant valve TSB, M50 tire wear, and which model year to buy.
Used Dodge Hornet 1st Gen (2023-2025): Buyer's Guide
Dodge killed the Hornet after three model years. A verified NHTSA recall table, powertrain-specific failure points, and exactly which trim and year to buy.
Used Mercedes-Benz G-Class W463A (2019-2025): Buyer's Guide
2019-2025 G-Class buyer's guide: the verified NHTSA differential recall, the M177 oil separator failure, and why a 2025 G550 is a different engine.
Used Volkswagen ID.4 1st Gen (2021-2025): Buyer's Guide
The ID.4's first generation carries three NHTSA fire-risk battery recalls and a 98,806-vehicle door handle recall. Here's what to check by year and trim.
BMW Recalls 29,119 PHEVs: Park Outside Now
BMW recalled 29,119 330e, 530e, and 740Le plug-in hybrids over a starter that can catch fire, even with the ignition off, and told owners to park outside.
Used Ford EcoSport 1st Gen (2018-2022): Buyer's Guide
The EcoSport's 1.0L engine has an oil pump recall Ford didn't finish fixing until 2025. The 2.0L never had the problem. Here's which engine to actually buy.
Used GMC Sierra 2500HD/3500HD (2015-2019): Buyer's Guide
The 2015-2016 LML Duramax runs a fuel pump that can total your entire fuel system for up to $20,000. Know this before buying a used K2XX Sierra HD.
Used Kia EV9 1st Gen (2024-2026): Buyer's Guide
The 2024 Kia EV9 carries 7 recalls, including a welded rear drive shaft and missing seat bolts. Here's what got fixed by 2025 and what to check before buying.
Used Subaru Crosstrek 1st Gen (2013-2017): Buyer's Guide
The 1st gen Crosstrek's CVT ran without a valve body filter for four of five years. Subaru fixed it for 2017. Here's what to check before buying used.
Used Audi A6 C8 (2019-2025): Buyer's Guide
The Audi A6 C8's 3.0T V6 water pump doesn't ask if, only when. Here's what fails on each engine, which recalls apply, and which years to buy.
Used MINI Countryman R60 (2011-2016): Buyer's Guide
MINI extended the HPFP warranty to 10 years/120,000 miles because the pump failed that often. Here's which R60 Countryman years and engines to trust.
Used Nissan Juke 1st Gen (2011-2017): Buyer's Guide
The Nissan Juke's turbo and CVT reliability improved sharply between 2011 and 2017. Here's which model years, trims, and failure points to check first.
Used Nissan Sentra 6th Gen (2013-2019): Buyer's Guide
The 2013-2017 Nissan Sentra earned an 'Avoid Like the Plague' CVT warning from CarComplaints. What changed by 2018-2019, which recalls apply, and what to check.
Used Audi A4 B8.5 (2013-2016): Buyer's Guide
The 2013 Audi A4 has more steering complaints than engine complaints in NHTSA data. That's the year Audi went electric on the steering rack. Here's what to check.
Used Jeep Grand Wagoneer 1st Gen (2022-2025): Buyer's Guide
The Grand Wagoneer swapped its 6.4L V8 for a twin-turbo six mid-generation. Here's what changed, what actually breaks, and which model year to buy.
Used Lincoln MKX 2nd Gen (2016-2018): Buyer's Guide
The 2016 Lincoln MKX logged five times the complaints of the 2018. Here's which engine, trim, and year to buy in this generation, and which to skip.
Used Volkswagen Beetle A5 (2012-2019): Buyer's Guide
The final Beetle came with three genuinely different engines, one of them tied to dieselgate. Here's what to check by powertrain before you buy one used.
Used Cadillac SRX 2nd Gen (2010-2016): Buyer's Guide
The 2010-2016 Cadillac SRX's top NHTSA complaint category every single year is headlights, not engines. Here's what actually breaks and what it costs.
Used Ford Fiesta 6th Gen (2011-2019): Buyer's Guide
The Fiesta's PowerShift automatic triggered a federal buyback program worth up to $22,000 a car. Which years and gearboxes to buy, and which to avoid.
Used GMC Yukon XL 5th Gen (2021-2025): Buyer's Guide
GM recalled 597,630 6.2L V8s for a connecting rod defect and 43,000 transmissions for rear-wheel lockup. Here's what to verify on a used 5th gen Yukon XL.
Used Toyota FJ Cruiser (2007-2014): Buyer's Guide
A 2022 class action alleges every 2007-2014 FJ Cruiser frame corrodes prematurely. Here's which years, diffs, and engines actually hold up, and which don't.
Honda Prologue Discontinued: 2026 Used Buyer Guide
Honda is ending Prologue sales after 2026 despite the EV finishing second in US EV sales in 2025. 3,708 used units are listed now, starting at $21,294.
Used Infiniti QX60 2nd Gen (2022-2026): Buyer's Guide
Infiniti ditched the QX60's CVT for a 9-speed in 2022, then swapped the V6 for a turbo four in 2026. Recalls, TSBs, and complaint data for every year between.
Used Nissan Versa 3rd Gen (2020-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 3rd gen Versa's 2024 model year logged nearly five times the NHTSA complaints of 2022. Here's what changed, which years to target, and what to inspect.
Used Toyota Avalon 7th Gen (2019-2022): Buyer's Guide
The 2019 Avalon logged 67 NHTSA complaints. The 2022 logged 8. Same badge, same TNGA-K platform, four years apart. Here's what changed and which year to buy.
Kia Telluride Fire Recall Returns After 2024 Fix Failed
NHTSA campaign 26V430 covers 462,869 Tellurides again after 18 fire and melting incidents in vehicles already repaired under the 2024 recall.
Used Chevrolet Impala 10th Gen (2014-2020): Buyer's Guide
The 2014 Impala carried 10 separate NHTSA recall campaigns, including a parking brake fix GM needed three tries to get right. Here's what changed by 2016.
Used Infiniti G37 V36 (2008-2013): Buyer's Guide
More than a third of every NHTSA complaint on the 2008-2013 Infiniti G37 involves the airbag system. Here's what actually breaks, by engine era, trim, and year.
Used Land Rover LR4 (2010-2016): Buyer's Guide
Before buying a used Land Rover LR4 (2010-2016): timing chain wear, air suspension failures, the fuel pump recall on every model year, and which engine to target.
Used Subaru BRZ 2nd Gen (2022-2026): Buyer's Guide
A 2024 class-action lawsuit names 2022-2023 Subaru BRZs over engine oil starvation. No recall exists. Here's what a used BRZ buyer needs to know, year by year.
Subaru Recalls 541,237 SUVs: What Used Buyers Should Know
NHTSA campaign 26V436 covers 541,237 Subarus: every 2019-2026 Ascent plus newer Forester and Crosstrek Hybrid models, over a mislabeled axle weight rating.
Used Ford Taurus 6th Gen (2010-2019): Buyer's Guide
Two of the 6th-gen Taurus's three engines share a water pump driven off the timing chain, and no recall covers it. Here's what to check by powertrain.
Used Jeep Patriot MK (2007-2017): Buyer's Guide
The Jeep Patriot never got a second generation. Here's what 11 model years of NHTSA data and owner forums say about the CVT, the 6-speed, and rust.
Used Mercedes-Benz CLA C118 (2020-2025): Buyer's Guide
The CLA 35 AMG has a cylinder head defect Mercedes now covers for 15 years. The CLA 250's dual-clutch transmission is the generation's real weak point.
Used Mercedes-Benz S-Class W222 (2014-2020): Buyer's Guide
The W222 S-Class ran six engines across three recall waves. Here's which years to target, which to skip, and what a failed AIRMATIC strut really costs.
Discontinued Tesla Model S and X: Used Prices Are Climbing
Tesla built its last Model S and Model X on May 9, 2026. Unlike most discontinued EVs, used prices are climbing, not crashing. Here's the CarScout market data.
Used BMW X6 3rd Gen G06 (2020-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2020 BMW X6 carries four safety recalls and a starter fix BMW had to redo a year later. The 2022 has almost none. Here's the year and engine to target.
Used Chevy Suburban 4th Gen (2015-2020): Buyer's Guide
GM recalled over 650,000 of these trucks for a wheel-speed sensor bug that brakes one wheel at highway speed. What else to check on a 2015-2020 Suburban.
Used Nissan Maxima 8th Gen (2016-2023): Buyer's Guide
NHTSA complaints on the last Nissan Maxima fell from 142 in its 2016 launch year to 1 in its final 2023 model year. Here's what changed, and what to check.
Used Porsche Taycan 1st Gen (2020-2025): Buyer's Guide
The first-gen Taycan has five separate NHTSA campaigns for battery short-circuit risk. Here's which years and trims to buy, and which to verify closely.
Used Mercedes-Benz Sprinter NCV3 (2007-2018): Buyer's Guide
Two out of three vans caught in Mercedes' $700 million diesel emissions settlement were Sprinters. Here's what NCV3 buyers need to check before they sign it.
Used Porsche 911 997 (2005-2012): Buyer's Guide
The 997 911 splits into two very different cars: pre-2009 models carry IMS bearing risk, post-facelift ones don't. Here's what actually matters by trim.
Used Volvo V60 2nd Gen (2019-2026): Buyer's Guide
Volvo cut the V60 down to just Cross Country and Polestar Engineered in 2023, and the wagon dies entirely in April 2026. What that split means by powertrain.
Used BMW M2 F87 (2016-2021): Buyer's Guide
The F87 M2 runs two completely different engines. The N55 (2016-2018) and S55 Competition (2019-2021) are not the same car. This guide covers what to check before buying either.
Used Chevy Volt 2nd Gen (2016-2019): Buyer's Guide
The 2017 Volt logged 690 NHTSA complaints; the 2019 logged 34. Same PHEV, same 53-mile range. Here's which year to buy and what to check before you commit.
Used Hybrid and EV Prices Are Up $3,600. Does the Math Still Work?
CARFAX's combined hybrid-and-EV category climbed $3,600 since January. Gas is $3.88 now, so buyers need model-specific breakeven math before paying more.
Used Mercedes-Benz GL/GLS X166 (2013-2019): Buyer's Guide
The GL/GLS X166 is a genuine three-row luxury SUV. It also has a $43,000 engine rebuild risk on early V8s and AIRMATIC suspension that fails at 75k miles. Know what you're getting before you buy.
Ford Bronco Raptor Recall: Fender Flares That Detach
NHTSA 26V403 covers 36,046 Bronco Raptors built through May 2026. Fender flares can detach at speed, with repairs expected in late August.
Used Cadillac Lyriq 1st Gen (2023-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2024 Cadillac Lyriq logged 107 NHTSA complaints including 17 crashes. The 2025 has 13. Here is how to buy the right year of Cadillac's first electric SUV.
Used Ford Mustang S650 (2024-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2024-2025 S650 Mustang has racked up 10+ NHTSA recalls, including a brake recall that told owners not to drive. Here is what to check before you buy.
Used Lexus UX 1st Gen (2019-2024): Buyer's Guide
A 2021 UX 250h can cost only about $3,000 more than a recalled 2019. Compare powertrains, hybrid coverage, trims, and inspection priorities.
Used Toyota bZ4X 1st Gen (2023-2025): Buyer's Guide
Toyota bZ4X has shed over 50% of its original value. Know the wheel recall status, charging speed limits, and which model year to target before you buy.
Used EVs Cost 12% More Than Last Year. Worth It?
Used EV wholesale prices rose 12% year-over-year while gas cars gained 3%. With gas at $3.88/gal after renewed Iran tensions, here is the model-by-model fuel savings math.
Used Mazda CX-5 1st Gen (2013-2016): Buyer's Guide
The 2015 Mazda CX-5 has 133 NHTSA complaints. The 2014 has 377. Same generation. Here's what separates the good years from the ones to approach with caution.
Used Mercedes-Benz CLA (2014-2019): Buyer's Guide
Over 500 NHTSA complaints on the first-gen CLA trace back to the 7G-DCT gearbox. A $300 fluid flush often resolves it. Generation-specific guide for the 2014-2019 C117.
Used Ford Flex (2009-2019): Buyer's Guide
The 2013 Flex logged 578 NHTSA complaints. The 2017 logged 39. Before you buy any used Flex, know which years to avoid and what to inspect on the lot.
Used Mercedes-Benz GLC (2023-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2023 GLC X254 shipped with 5 NHTSA recalls and a 48V battery fault Mercedes couldn't fix. The 2025 has two recalls. Model year matters here.
Used Audi Q8 / SQ8 (2019-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2019 Audi Q8 has 107 NHTSA complaints on record; the 2022 has zero. A powertrain-by-powertrain guide to the first-gen Q8, SQ8, and RS Q8.
Used BMW M3 F80 (2015-2018): Buyer's Guide
The entire 2015-2018 M3 F80 run logged 20 NHTSA complaints; the 2016 M4 alone has 21. The crank hub build date matters more than model year. What to check.
Used BMW X3 F25 (2011-2017): Buyer's Guide
The 2013 BMW X3 averages $3,400 in repairs by 83,000 miles. The 2016 costs nearly nothing. Three different engines across seven years: this guide sorts them out.
Used Porsche Panamera 2nd Gen (2018-2023): Buyer's Guide
A 2018 Panamera base starts under $28k used. The water pump defect Porsche refuses to recall and the E-Hybrid battery warranty clock are what matter most.
Used Sedan Prices Are Dropping in 2026: Models Worth Buying
CarEdge projects used sedan prices falling 1-5% through 2026 while the overall used market is up 6%. Here's the data and the models worth buying now.
EU Car Tariff Cut to 15%. Used BMW Prices Are Falling.
The EU-US deal cut European car tariffs from 27.5% to 15% as of July 1. Used luxury is already down $900 in June. Here's what buyers should know.
Used Hyundai Ioniq (2017-2022): Buyer's Guide
The 2017-2022 Hyundai Ioniq comes in three powertrains with three different failure modes. Here's what owners actually report before you buy one.
Used Nissan 370Z Z34 (2009-2020): Buyer's Guide
The 2009 370Z has 153 NHTSA complaints. The 2019 has 1. Same engine, different era. What changed, what still fails, and which year is worth your money.
Ford Recalls 741,000 Trucks and SUVs Over Rollaway Risk
Ford 26V402 covers 741,195 F-150, Explorer, Expedition, Navigator, and Aviator for a park system that can fail silently. The fix isn't ready until April 2027.
Used Honda Fit 3rd Gen (2015-2020): Buyer's Guide
The 2015 Honda Fit had 4 recalls and 279 complaints. The 2020 had zero recalls and 33. Same car, completely different ownership experience. Here's how to pick the right year.
Used Hyundai IONIQ 6 1st Gen (2023-2024): Buyer's Guide
The IONIQ 6 has a documented ICCU recall history and the fastest DC fast charging of its era. Here is what to verify before you buy, which trim to target, and what real winter range looks like.
Used Land Rover Range Rover Velar (2018-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2019 Velar generated more NHTSA complaints than any other model year. Which powertrains to pick, which years to avoid, and what to inspect before buying.
Used Mercedes-Benz GLE W166 (2016-2019): Buyer's Guide
The 2016 GLE W166 has 78 complaint entries. The 2018 has two. How to navigate year, powertrain, and the $6,000 AIRMATIC failure that no other guide explains.
Used Audi Q5 1st Gen (2009–2017): Buyer's Guide
The 2009-2012 Q5 has oil consumption and timing chain issues the 2015-2017 doesn't. Here's the complete breakdown by year and engine before you buy.
Used BMW X5 F15 (2014-2018): Buyer's Guide
The 2017 xDrive35i is the sweet spot. The N63TU V8 ended in a class action over oil consumption. Here's exactly which F15 to buy and what to check first.
Used Dodge Journey 2nd Gen (2011-2020): Buyer's Guide
NHTSA has an active fire and door-lock investigation on ~1 million Journeys. Here's what every used buyer needs to know before handing over money.
Used Toyota GR Supra A90 (2020-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2021 GR Supra 3.0 has a documented oil consumption issue Toyota issued a TSB for but never actually fixed. Here's which year to buy and what to check.
USMCA Declined: The 82% Content Rule No 2026 Car Can Meet
The US declined to extend USMCA on July 1, triggering annual reviews through 2036. The proposed 82% content rule: no 2026 vehicle meets even 80%. Here's what it means for used buyers.
Used BMW M4 F82 (2015-2020): Buyer's Guide
The 2016 M4 has 21 NHTSA complaints and three driveshaft recalls. The 2017 has two. The crank hub build date matters more than model year. Here's what to check.
Used Ford Mustang S197 (2005-2014): Buyer's Guide
Every 2005-2014 Mustang has an open Takata airbag recall. The 4.6L 3V has a notorious spark plug failure. The 5.0 Coyote is a different car entirely. Here's what matters.
Used Luxury Car Prices Are Down in July 2026
Carfax's July 2026 index shows used luxury is the only segment falling, down $900 in June. Used hybrids are up 10.4%. Here's what the split means for buyers.
Used Tesla Model Y 1st Gen (2020-2023): Buyer's Guide
What to know before buying a 2020-2023 Tesla Model Y: heat pump failures, phantom braking, 4680 battery cars, year-by-year verdicts, and a powertrain-specific inspection checklist.
Used VW Golf R MK7 (2015-2019): Buyer's Guide
The 2015-2016 Golf R's IS38 turbo failed at high rates. The DQ250 DSG left the factory underfilled. Know which year and gearbox to target before you buy.
30% of Trade-Ins Are Underwater in 2026. The Real Cost.
Edmunds Q1 2026: 30.9% of trade-ins carried negative equity averaging $7,183, a record. What rolling that debt into your next loan actually costs you.
Used Audi e-tron 1st Gen (2019-2022): Buyer's Guide
The 2019 Audi e-tron has 5 recalls and 3 NHTSA fire incidents. The 2022 has 2. Know the $7,000 motor seal issue before you buy this generation.
Used Cadillac Escalade 4th Gen (2015-2020): Buyer's Guide
2015-2017 Escalades average 95 NHTSA complaints each. 2018-2020 average 19. Same generation, same engine, dramatically different ownership experience.
Used Chevy Silverado 2500HD/3500HD (2015-2019): Buyer's Guide
The 2015-2016 LML Duramax has a fuel pump that can destroy your entire fuel system for $20,000. The 2017 fixed it. Here's what to know before you buy.
Used Hyundai Santa Cruz 1st Gen (2022-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2022-2023 Santa Cruz has 171 and 73 NHTSA complaints respectively. The 2024 has 30. One powertrain is the problem — here's how to buy the right one.
Used BMW X2 F39 (2018-2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2018-2019 BMW X2 xDrive28i has a steering tie rod recall that can eliminate directional control. The 2022 has none. Here's which year, which powertrain, and what to check.
Used Chevy Camaro 5th Gen (2010-2015): Buyer's Guide
Before buying a 2010-2015 Camaro, know this: the RS badge is cosmetic, the V6 timing chain can fail before 70k miles, and the 2015 is the clear sweet spot of the generation.
Used Chevy Traverse 1st Gen (2009–2017): Buyer's Guide
The 2011 Traverse had 945 NHTSA complaints. The 2017 had a fraction. Same platform, completely different ownership experience. Here's how to tell them apart.
Used GMC Terrain 1st Gen (2010-2017): Buyer's Guide
The 2010-2017 GMC Terrain's 2.4L four-cylinder has a piston ring flaw that burns oil, kills timing chains, and destroys catalytic converters. What to check before you buy.
Used Hybrid vs. Used EV: Which Wins at $3.84 Gas
The $4K used EV credit is gone. Gas sits at $3.84. Used EVs surged 11.9% since January. The mid-2026 math for buyers choosing between the two.
The 4th of July Car Deals That Actually Change the Math
Honda Prologue: $14K off. Silverado 2025: up to $9K off. EV incentives averaging $10K+. Here's when this holiday sale actually beats buying used.
Used BMW X4 G02 (2019-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2020 BMW X4 logged 6 NHTSA recalls. The 2023 logged 1. Same platform. This guide shows you which year to target and exactly what to check first.
Used Land Rover Range Rover Sport L494 (2013-2022): Buyer's Guide
The 2014 Range Rover Sport had a connecting rod recall that destroyed engines. The 2020 didn't. Same L494 platform. Here's what year to buy, what powertrain to pick, and what to inspect.
Used Ram 2500/3500 4th Gen (2010-2018): Buyer's Guide
The 6.7L Cummins can run 500,000 miles. The 68RFE transmission paired to it often fails by 150,000. Here's what to check and which year to target in the 2010-2018 Ram HD lineup.
Used Toyota Tacoma 2nd Gen (2005-2015): Buyer's Guide
The 2005-2015 Toyota Tacoma had a $3.4B frame rust lawsuit, a head gasket problem Toyota fixed mid-production, and rodent-attracting wiring. Here's what to know.
2023 Pickup Trucks Off Lease: Which Models Have Supply Right Now
13,242 used 2023 F-150s are on the market right now. Tacomas: just 2,987. Six models, 33,755 listings, wildly different buyer leverage by make.
Used Cadillac CTS 3rd Gen (2014-2019): Buyer's Guide
The 2014 Cadillac CTS has 207 owner complaints and six NHTSA recalls. The 2018 has a fraction of either. Same generation, same Alpha platform.
Used Infiniti Q60 CV37 (2017-2022): Buyer's Guide
The 2017 Q60 logged 34 NHTSA complaints. The 2020 logged 2. Same platform, very different risk. Three overlapping VR30 failure modes you need to know before buying.
Used Toyota Prius 3rd Gen (2010-2015): Buyer's Guide
The 2010 Prius had five recalls and 137 documented oil consumption complaints. The 2015 had one recall. Here's what separates them — and what to check before you buy.
Used VW Golf Mk7 (2015-2021): Buyer's Guide
The 2017 Golf Mk7 filed 186 NHTSA complaints. The 2018 filed 37. The DSG transmission, water pump, and TDI history explain why years and engines matter here.
Your 2023 EV Lease Is Ending. Should You Buy It Out?
300,000 EV leases end in 2026. Here's how to check if your 2023 residual is above or below market—and the model-by-model math on Ioniq 6, Tesla Model 3, and Bolt.
Used Chrysler 200 (2015-2017): Buyer's Guide
The 2015 Chrysler 200 logged 1,981 NHTSA complaints in its first year. The 2017 logged 43. Here's what changed, what didn't, and how to buy the right one.
Used GMC Canyon 3rd Gen (2023-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2024 Canyon had 204 NHTSA complaints vs 8 in 2025. Same truck, different year. Here's how to pick the right one and what to check before buying.
Used Honda Odyssey 4th Gen (2011-2017): Buyer's Guide
The 2011-2013 Odyssey's VCM system triggered a class-action lawsuit. The 2017 has 7x fewer complaints than the 2014. Here's which year and trim to actually buy.
Used Nissan Xterra 2nd Gen (2005–2015): Buyer's Guide
The 2005–2010 Xterra can destroy its radiator and transmission at the same time. Know which years to target and what to check before buying a 2nd gen Xterra.
Used Cadillac XT6 1st Gen (2020-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 3.6L V6 is cheaper to fuel than the 2.0T Turbo. The 2020 has the most recalls. The 2022 has a transmission sun gear that can strand you. Here's what to know.
Used Car Prices Rose $350 in June. May's Gain Was $900.
CARFAX data shows used car prices rose 1.3% in June vs. 3.1% in May. The sharpest monthly deceleration in 2026. What it means by segment, and whether summer changes the math.
Used Jeep Wagoneer 1st Gen (2022-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2022 Wagoneer eTorque is under NHTSA investigation for stalling. The 2024 Hurricane I6 has a thermostat failure problem. Here's how to buy the right year.
Used Lincoln MKZ 2nd Gen (2013-2020): Buyer's Guide
The 2017 MKZ refresh fixed the notorious touch controls but introduced the worst engine complaint year. Here's which MKZ to buy and what to check first.
Used Rivian R1T Gen 1 (2022–2024): Buyer's Guide
Gen 1 R1T scores second-worst in reliability but highest in owner satisfaction. Air suspension fails at 60k miles. Here's what to know before buying.
Honda Pilot, Passport, Ridgeline, Acura MDX Recall 2026
NHTSA 26V365 covers 880,514 Pilots, Ridgelines, Passports, and Acura MDXs for rear subframe corrosion. 22 states plus D.C. Here's whether your car qualifies.
Used Chevy Corvette C8 (2020-2024): Buyer's Guide
2020 Corvettes came with 4 recalls and first-year quality problems. The 2023+ Z06 is a different car. Here's the complete C8 used buyer breakdown.
Used Hyundai Veloster 2nd Gen (2019–2022): Buyer's Guide
The 2019-2022 Veloster has three powertrains with three different recall histories. The base 2.0L and the N each carry open recalls. The 1.6T Turbo carries none.
Used Ram 1500 4th Gen (2009-2018): Buyer's Guide
The 4th gen Ram 1500's 5.7L Hemi has a notorious MDS cam failure and the EcoDiesel had a $307.5M federal settlement. Here's what to check before buying.
Used Toyota Venza 2nd Gen (2021-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2021 Venza has 4x the NHTSA complaints of the 2023. Same hybrid, same platform — but year one brought cable corrosion, battery drain, and windshield cracks owners are still fighting.
CarGurus Is Exposing Dealer Fees on July 14
Starting July 14, CarGurus requires dealers to disclose fees or lose their Deal Rating. Here's what changes for used car buyers and how to use it.
Used GMC Yukon 4th Gen (2015-2020): Buyer's Guide
The 5.3L EcoTec3 AFM lifter collapse defines the 2015-2020 GMC Yukon. What to know before buying, which years to target, and what to check before signing.
Used Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 X156 (2015-2020): Buyer's Guide
The 4MATIC rear differential needs oil changes MB never schedules. Skip them and face a $6,000 repair. Full X156 GLA 250 reliability breakdown before you buy.
Used Rivian R1S Gen 1 (2022-2024): Buyer's Guide
Gen 1 Rivian R1S (2022-2024) has 11 recalls in year one and documented service waits up to 5 months. Here's what to know before buying.
Used Volvo S60 3rd Gen (2019-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2022 refresh split the S60 into two ownership experiences. T8 owners face a $10,000-$12,000 ERAD risk after warranty. Powertrain-by-powertrain breakdown of every variant from 2019 to 2024.
Used Ford F-150 12th Gen (2009–2014): Buyer's Guide
The 5.0L Coyote runs 300k miles. The first-gen EcoBoost needs walnut blasting every 60k. Here's the 2009-2014 F-150, decoded by powertrain and year.
Used Honda Pilot 4th Gen (2023-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 4th gen fixed the ZF 9HP transmission nightmare. But the 2023 carries a steering rack recall and a fuel injection ECU issue covering 295,000 vehicles. Here's what to check.
Used Kia Niro 2nd Gen (2023-2025): Buyer's Guide
Kia recalled 80,000 second-gen Niros for airbag wiring damage. Three powertrains, a major PHEV upgrade, and one model year to approach with caution.
Used Range Rover Evoque 2nd Gen (2020-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2020 Evoque had 13 recalls including a fire risk. The 2022 had one. Same platform. Here's how to buy the right year with the right engine.
Used Audi A6 C7 (2012-2018): Buyer's Guide
The C7 A6's timing chain tensioner costs $4,500 with no recall. The 2.0T burns oil at 60k miles. Buy a 2016-2018 3.0T and know what to check first.
Used Cadillac ATS 1st Gen (2013-2019): Buyer's Guide
The ATS 2.0T had documented engine failures at 7,000 miles. The 3.6L V6 matched the BMW E46 for dynamics. Here's how to buy one without getting burned.
Used Chevrolet Equinox 2nd Gen (2010-2017): Buyer's Guide
2.4L piston ring failure drove a $42M class action and thousands of NHTSA complaints. The 3.6L V6 in the same body tells a completely different story.
Used Toyota Sienna 3rd Gen (2011-2020): Buyer's Guide
The 2011 Sienna had 609 NHTSA complaints. The 2020 had 35. Same platform. Here's what year to buy, what to inspect, and what to avoid.
Used EV Wholesale Prices Up 13.7%: What Retail Buyers See Next
The Manheim EV wholesale index rose 13.7% YoY in mid-June, five times the overall market rate. Retail prices lag 4-8 weeks. Here's what the auction data means now.
Used Ford F-150 Lightning 1st Gen (2022-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2022 Lightning logged 280 NHTSA complaints. The 2024 logged 19. Before you buy used, know which recalls must be closed and which year to target.
Used Honda HR-V 1st Gen (2016–2022): Buyer's Guide
The 2016-2018 HR-V has a CVT that Honda quietly extended to 7yr/150k — but only after a software update most sellers never mention. Here's what to check.
Used Mercedes-Benz GLB 1st Gen (2020-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2020-2022 GLB 250 has a documented M260 cylinder head defect with a 15-year/150,000-mile extended warranty. Know exactly what to verify before buying any used GLB.
Used Nissan Pathfinder 5th Gen (2022-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 5th gen Pathfinder swapped the CVT for a proper 9-speed auto. But rear brake pads wearing at 13k miles and a 2025 front caliper recall are the two things every buyer must verify first.
America's Cheapest New Car Is Gone. Now What?
The Nissan Versa ended production December 2025, leaving no new car under $20K in America. Here's where budget used car buyers should look, with current prices.
Used Acura TLX 1st Gen (2015-2020): Buyer's Guide
The 2015-2020 Acura TLX has two completely different reliability profiles depending on which engine you pick. Here's what every buyer needs to know.
Used Cadillac XT4 1st Gen (2019–2024): Buyer's Guide
The Cadillac XT4 arrived with sharp styling, a genuine luxury interior, and a nine-speed transmission that generated two class action lawsuits. Here is what every used buyer needs to know before signing.
Used Dodge Charger LD (2011-2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2022 Charger had 11 NHTSA complaints. The 2016 had 182. Same platform. Here's what separates a smart buy from an expensive mistake.
Used Lexus RX 5th Gen (2023-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2023 Lexus RX 5th gen dropped its V6 for a 2.4T turbo and added four powertrain choices. The driver airbag recall and 500h transmission issue are what to verify first.
Honda Recalls 880K Vehicles for Subframe Rust: Buyer Guide
NHTSA recall 26V365: 880K Honda Pilots, Ridgelines, Passports, and Acura MDXs for rear subframe rust. Salt-belt only. What used buyers need to check.
Used BMW 5 Series F10 (2011-2016): Buyer's Guide
The F10 5 Series hides three very different engines in one body. The N63 V8's oil consumption issues, N20 timing chain failures, and N55's reliability gap make year and trim selection critical.
Used Land Rover Discovery 5th Gen (2017-2022): Buyer's Guide
Before buying a used Land Rover Discovery 5 (L462): Si6 cooling failures, Td6 EGR cooler issues, the door latch safety recall, and which years are worth buying.
Used MINI Cooper Countryman F60 (2017-2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2017 F60 Countryman had nearly twice the defect rate of the 2020. Same platform, different result. Here's which years to target, what fails, and what to verify before buying.
Used Toyota Tacoma 4th Gen (2024-2026): Buyer's Guide
Aisin cast debris into thousands of 2024 Tacoma 8-speed automatics from the factory. Which years to target, which trims to buy, and the VIN check that matters most.
Used Audi A5/S5/RS5 B9 (2018-2023): Buyer's Guide
The B9 S5 and RS5 have a rocker arm risk Audi never recalled. Here's how to find a clean B9 A5, S5, or RS5 before you hand over the money.
Should You Wait Until July 24 to Buy a Used Car?
The Section 122 tariff expires July 24. Cars were never under it. Here's what timing signal actually matters this summer, broken down by segment.
Used Chevy Cruze 2nd Gen (2016–2019): Buyer's Guide
The 2016–2017 Cruze had a piston design flaw that cracked cylinder #1 as early as 28k miles. The 2018–2019 fixed it. Here's how to tell them apart and what else to check.
Used Nissan Altima 5th Gen (2013-2018): Buyer's Guide
The 2013 Altima had 12 recalls and 2,000+ NHTSA complaints. The 2018 had one. Same platform. This guide breaks down which year, which engine, and what to check.
Used Volkswagen Passat NMS (2012-2022): Buyer's Guide
The NMS Passat went from 588 NHTSA complaints in 2014 to 9 in 2022. Know which year and powertrain to target before you buy.
Used Jaguar F-Pace (2017-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2017 F-Pace had 62 NHTSA complaints. Consumer Reports ranked it worst in class. The 2022 has zero. Here's exactly which years and engines to target.
Used Mitsubishi Outlander 4th Gen (2022-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2022 Outlander had 7 NHTSA recalls and 206 complaints. The 2024 had 1. Same design. The PHEV battery isn't warranted against degradation. Here's what to check before buying.
Used Toyota Sequoia 2nd Gen (2008-2022): Buyer's Guide
The 2008-2022 Toyota Sequoia is nearly bulletproof, but a recall covering every single model year and a $5,000 air suspension failure on Platinum trims change the math.
Used VW Jetta MK6 (2011-2018): Buyer's Guide
VW Jetta MK6 buyer's guide: which years to target, which powertrains survive 150k, and what the Dieselgate settlement means for used TDI buyers in 2026.
Used Audi Q3 2nd Gen (2019–2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2020 and 2022 Q3 are very different cars. Here's what every used buyer needs to know about brakes, timing chains, and sunroof drains on the F3 generation.
Used Buick Encore 1st Gen (2013-2022): Buyer's Guide
The 2015 Encore has 121 NHTSA complaints including 2 fire reports. The 2021 has 9. Here's what changed — and what to check before buying.
Used Cars Under $15K: What Buyers Face in June 2026
Sub-$15K used car inventory hit 33 days in May, 12 days below the overall market. The off-lease surge won't reach this price range. Data for June buyers.
Used Kia Soul 3rd Gen (2020-2024): Buyer's Guide
Two separate piston ring recalls cover every 2020-2023 Soul with the 2.0L engine. Confirmed fires and early IVT failures. Here's what to check before buying.
Used Mazda MX-5 Miata ND (2016-2023): Buyer's Guide
The ND1 (2016-2018) and ND2 (2019-2023) are very different used buys. 2nd gear issues, AC line cracks, and RF roof failures cluster early. Here's what to know.
2023 Sedans Off Lease: Where the Supply Actually Is
12,699 active 2023 sedan listings across six models. Median mileage reveals which are genuine lease returns and which are fleet cars. CarScout data by model.
Used Audi A3 8V (2015–2020): Buyer's Guide
The 2016 Audi A3 logged 111 NHTSA complaints and four fires. The 2020 logged 15. Same platform. Here's what to check before buying any used A3.
Used Ford F-350 Super Duty 5th Gen (2017-2022): Buyer's Guide
The F-350 shares a platform with the F-250 but the buying calculus is different. SRW vs DRW, CP4 pump failures, and which years to actually trust with a fifth wheel.
Used Infiniti QX80 Z62 (2014-2024): Buyer's Guide
The QX80's VK56VD V8 can last 300,000 miles. The timing chain inside it typically can't. What to check before buying a 2014-2024 QX80.
Used Nissan Armada 2nd Gen (2017-2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2017-2019 Armada has a cylinder #7 scuffing defect that can destroy the short block under 50k miles. Here's how to find the years worth buying.
Used BMW 2 Series F22 (2014-2021): Buyer's Guide
The F22 2 Series spans four powertrains with very different reliability records. N20 timing chain lawsuits, B58 longevity, what to check before you buy.
Used Genesis G80 2nd Gen (2021-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2021 G80 launched with three recalls in year one. Here's what splits 2.5T from 3.5T, which years to target, and why the fuel pipe recall still matters right now.
Which Japanese Cars Are Tariff-Exposed in 2026
Toyota, Honda, and Nissan face $40B in tariff costs. Build location, not brand, determines which used Japanese cars are actually getting more expensive.
Used Porsche Cayenne 2nd Gen (2011-2017): Buyer's Guide
The 2011 Cayenne had a safety recall for bolts that could cause brake failure. Know every 958 failure pattern before spending $18k-$45k on one.
Used BMW 4 Series F32/F36 (2014-2020): Buyer's Guide
The N20 engine in the 428i can destroy itself at 80k miles. Fire recall 24V-608 covers 720,000+ BMWs. Which engine you buy changes everything about this purchase.
Used Cadillac CT4 (2020-2026): Buyer's Guide
CT4 production ended in June 2026 with no successor planned. CarScout shows 939 used listings from $12,420. Here's which year to buy and which to avoid.
Used Chevy Silverado HD (2020-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2020-2022 Silverado HD diesel had a rear wheel lockup recall. Before buying any used Duramax HD, know these generation-specific risks.
Used Chevrolet Suburban 5th Gen (2021-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2021 Suburban had 12 NHTSA recalls. The 2022 had 3. Same truck, completely different ownership experience. Here's what to know before you buy.
Used Subaru BRZ 1st Gen (2013–2020): Buyer's Guide
The 2013 BRZ has 63 NHTSA complaints. The 2017 has 7. Same platform, entirely different history. What to inspect and which years to target before you buy.
Honda Suspension Recall 2026: 880K Vehicles in 22 States
880,000 Honda Pilots, Ridgelines, Passports, and Acura MDXs recalled for rear subframe corrosion. Only salt-belt states qualify. What owners and used car buyers need to check.
Used Alfa Romeo Giulia 1st Gen (2017-2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2017 Giulia carries 7 NHTSA recalls. The 2022 carries zero. Same platform, radically different risk. Here's what to check before you hand over $20k.
Used Buick Envision 2nd Gen (2021-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2022 Buick Envision is Consumer Reports' least reliable year of the 2nd gen. The 2023 is better than average. Same platform. Here's how to tell them apart.
Used Chevrolet Corvette C7 (2014-2019): Buyer's Guide
The C7's three class-action lawsuits, Z06 overheating Special Coverage, and 2025 power steering recall make this generation tricky to buy right. Here's what to know.
Used Kia Optima 4th Gen (2016-2020): Buyer's Guide
The 2016 Kia Optima logged 733 NHTSA complaints and 18 fire reports in one model year. Verify KSDS status, scan for P1326, and avoid 2016.
Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator Fire Recall: What Used Buyers Need to Know
NHTSA recall 26V363 covers 1.07M Wranglers and Gladiators for a power steering wiring fire risk. 72 fires, 1 injury. What to check before you buy.
Used Acura MDX 4th Gen (2022-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2022 MDX had 117 NHTSA complaints. The 2023 had 35. Same vehicle. Here's what changed, what broke, and which year to buy.
Used BMW X7 G07 (2019-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2020 BMW X7 has 9 recalls and two fire incidents on NHTSA's books. The 2022 has two recalls total. Same platform. Here's what to know before buying.
Used Ford Focus 3rd Gen (2012-2018): Buyer's Guide
The 2012 Ford Focus generated nearly 5x more NHTSA complaints than the 2018. Same PowerShift badge. Here's what to know before buying any 2012-2018 model.
Used Land Rover Range Rover L405 (2013-2021): Buyer's Guide
The 2016 Range Rover has 12 NHTSA recall campaigns. The 2019 has one. Same L405 platform. Know which years to target and what to inspect before spending $35k-$70k.
Used Hybrid vs. EV in 2026: What Each Costs at $4.58 Gas
Used RAV4 Hybrids are selling above MSRP. A used Bolt goes for $15K. Gas is $4.58/gallon. The price math on used hybrids vs. used EVs has split wide open.
Used Kia Carnival 1st Gen (2022-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2022 Kia Carnival has 6 NHTSA recalls including door injuries and fire risk. Here's what to check before you buy any first-gen Carnival.
Used Lincoln Nautilus 1st Gen (2019–2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2019 Nautilus logged 89 NHTSA complaints. The 2022 logged 6. Same generation, same body. This guide shows exactly where the line is and which to buy.
Used Mercedes-Benz C-Class W206 (2022-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2022-2023 W206 had fire-risk wiring recalls and documented ISG failures costing $4,000-$7,000. The 2024 is the sweet spot. Know before you buy.
Used MINI Cooper 3rd Gen (2014-2023): Buyer's Guide
The plastic oil filter housing on every Cooper S and JCW fails at 60-80k miles for $2,500+. Here's what to know before buying a 2014-2023 MINI Cooper F56.
2026 Subaru Forester Moonroof Recall: 70,000 SUVs Affected
NHTSA recall 26V346 covers 69,663 model-year 2026 Foresters. The moonroof glass wasn't properly primed during manufacturing and can detach at highway speed.
Used Chevy Trax 1st Gen (2015-2022): Buyer's Guide
The 2019 Trax has more NHTSA complaints than any year in the generation. The 2015 had a death in the complaint record. Here's what to actually buy.
Used Genesis GV80 1st Gen (2021-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2021-2024 Genesis GV80 carries three NHTSA recall campaigns, a widespread AC condenser failure, and a sunroof that cracks spontaneously. Know these before you buy.
Used Jeep Grand Cherokee WL (2021-2025): Buyer's Guide
The WL Grand Cherokee had 3 suspension recalls with 2 failed repairs re-recalled. Here's what to check by year, powertrain, and trim before buying any 2021-2025 WL.
Used Toyota Prius 5th Gen (2023-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 5th gen Prius is 26% faster than the car it replaced. Its 12V auxiliary battery can need replacement every 30-50K miles. Both facts matter before you buy.
Will Car Prices Drop in July 2026?
Section 122 tariffs expire July 24. But those never applied to cars. The 25% Section 232 tariff raising prices stays put. Here's the breakdown.
Used Lincoln Corsair 1st Gen (2020-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2021 Corsair had 18 NHTSA recalls. Two are still open in 2026. Here's which powertrain to buy, which years survive the recall gauntlet, and what to check before signing.
Used Lincoln Navigator 4th Gen (2018-2024): Buyer's Guide
Ford's CSP 21N03 cam phaser program expired Jan 2023. The 2020 Navigator has 11 recalls. The 2023 has 6. Here's what separates a smart $45k buy from a $55k repair bill.
Used Nissan Titan 2nd Gen (2016-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2017 Titan has 172 NHTSA complaints and 8 fire incidents. The 2023 has 2 recalls. Same platform. Cylinder #7 scuffing, 9-speed rollaway recalls, and a diesel you should never buy.
Used Toyota GR86 2nd Gen (2022-2025): Buyer's Guide
The FA24 engine failure risk is track-only but catastrophic. This guide covers oil starvation, RTV inspection, year differences, and how to find a clean 2022-2025 GR86.
Used Kia Forte 3rd Gen (2019-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2019 Kia Forte had IVT failures at 1,200 miles. Kia's 10yr/100k powertrain warranty doesn't transfer to used buyers. Here's what you need to know before buying.
Used Kia Seltos 1st Gen (2021-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2021 Kia Seltos had a piston ring recall with confirmed engine fires. The turbo DCT was replaced in 2024. Here's what to verify before you buy one.
Used Land Rover Defender L663 (2020-2024): Buyer's Guide
NHTSA recall 26V248 covers 53,644 MHEV Defenders with no fix yet. Plus windshield cracking lawsuits and water ingress warnings. Read before you buy.
Used Lexus RX 3rd Gen (2010-2015): Buyer's Guide
The 2010 RX has 4x more NHTSA complaints than the 2015. A VVT-i oil line campaign and two brake recalls define the best and worst years in this generation.
USMCA Expires July 1: What Used Truck Buyers Should Know Now
The USMCA review deadline is July 1. If talks fail, truck production costs spike and used demand intensifies. Here's the used truck market snapshot and decision framework.
2023 Midsize SUVs Off Lease: Which Ones to Buy in H2 2026
CarScout shows 16,400+ active 2023 midsize SUV listings. Explorer leads with 4,800 units. Telluride has the fewest at 954. Here's which models give buyers negotiating room.
Used Cadillac Escalade 5th Gen (2021-2024): Buyer's Guide
NHTSA issued a manufacturing recall for the 6.2L V8 covering every 5th gen Escalade. Three powertrains, three risk profiles. Here's what used buyers need to know.
Used Honda Passport 2nd Gen (2019-2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2019 Passport has 265 NHTSA complaints. The 2022 has 51. Same platform, same V6, different ownership story. What to check before you buy.
Used Subaru Impreza 5th Gen (2017-2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2019 Impreza has 189 NHTSA complaints. The 2022 has 12. Same platform, same engine. Here's how to pick the right year and avoid the known traps.
Used Toyota Camry 7th Gen (2012-2017): Buyer's Guide
The 2012-2014 Camry had three powertrain service campaigns. The 2015-2017 had none. This guide covers where the split happens and how to buy the right year.
Half of Recalled Cars Are Never Fixed. Check Before You Buy.
72.7 million vehicles on US roads have open recalls. The average completion rate is 48%. Here's how to check any used car's recall status before you sign.
Used Acura Integra 5th Gen (2023-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2023 Integra had 204 NHTSA steering complaints in its first year. Here's what that means for used buyers, plus the CVT vs 6MT vs Type S breakdown.
Used GMC Sierra 1500 K2XX (2014-2018): Buyer's Guide
The 5.3L AFM lifter failure costs $3,000-$6,000 and hits without warning. Here's what to check before buying a 2014-2018 GMC Sierra 1500 K2XX.
Used Subaru Forester 4th Gen (2014-2018): Buyer's Guide
Subaru extended the CVT warranty on 2014-2015 Foresters to 10 years. The 2016 had half the complaints. Here's which years and engines to actually buy, and what to check first.
Used Subaru Legacy 7th Gen (2020-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2020 Legacy has 6 recalls and 120 NHTSA complaints. The 2023 has 9. Same platform, same sedan, completely different ownership experience by year.
2027 Kia Telluride: Two Seatbelt Recalls in Three Months
The 2027 Kia Telluride has been recalled twice for seatbelt defects, both traced to the same supplier. 20,000+ vehicles affected. Here's what to check now.
Used Kia Niro 1st Gen (2017-2022): Buyer's Guide
Three powertrains, two fire recalls for the same part, and one year to avoid. What you need to know before buying a 2017-2022 Kia Niro hybrid, PHEV, or EV.
Used Nissan Frontier 3rd Gen (2022-2025): Buyer's Guide
Consumer Reports gave the 2022 Frontier worst scores in 5 categories and the 2024 perfect scores in 14. Same truck, different year. Here's how to buy the right one.
Used Nissan Leaf 2nd Gen (2018-2022): Buyer's Guide
44,781 second-gen Leafs carry an unresolved battery fire recall as of mid-2026. Here's how to buy smart: which years, which battery, what to check.
Used Toyota Sequoia 3rd Gen (2023-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2023 redesign dropped the Sequoia's IRS for a solid rear axle and went hybrid-only. Here's what owners actually live with in the 3rd gen.
Ford Expedition & Navigator Seat Belt Recall 2026
Ford's third recall for the same seat belt pretensioner failure covers 419,967 Expeditions and Navigators (2018-2022). Parts not available until fall 2026.
Used Ford Escape 3rd Gen (2013-2019): Buyer's Guide
The 2014 Ford Escape had 101 engine fires and four deaths. Same generation as the 2019 with three. Knowing which engine you're buying changes everything.
Used Honda HR-V 2nd Gen (2016-2022): Buyer's Guide
Honda quietly extended the HR-V's CVT warranty to 7 years/150,000 miles because the belt was failing. Here's exactly what to check before you buy one.
Used Mitsubishi Outlander 3rd Gen (2014-2021): Buyer's Guide
The 2016 Outlander has 169 NHTSA complaints. The 2020 has 2. Same generation. Here's what changes between those years, and what to check before buying.
Used Toyota Corolla 11th Gen (2014-2019): Buyer's Guide
Toyota issued a CVT service campaign for 2014-2017 Corollas, suspended it because the fix caused harsh shifting, then issued a replacement. Here's what to check before you buy.
The Best Age to Buy a Used Car in 2026, by Segment
Edmunds Q1 2026 data: three-year-old used cars hit near-record prices but also a five-year low in MSRP retention. The depreciation math now favors buyers differently by segment.
Used Hyundai Elantra 6th Gen (2017-2020): Buyer's Guide
The 2017 Elantra logged 692 NHTSA complaints vs. 195 for the 2019. Three powertrains, a DCT class action, and a 2020 CVT trap. Full generation breakdown.
Used Kia Telluride (2020-2025): Buyer's Guide
462,869 Kia Tellurides recalled with a park-outside fire warning. Windshields crack without impact. Here's the complete 2020-2025 Telluride buyer's guide.
Used Nissan Altima 7th Gen (2019-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2019-2020 Altima VC-Turbo has a 444,000-vehicle engine bearing recall that can crack the block and start a fire. Here's how to buy a clean one.
Used Nissan Kicks 1st Gen (2018-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2019 Kicks has 226 NHTSA complaints and no AWD on any trim, ever. The 2021 refresh fixed the worst of it. Here's what to check before you buy.
Used Buick Enclave 2nd Gen (2018-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2018-2020 Enclaves left the factory with the wrong transmission fluid. Here's what to check before buying any 2nd gen Enclave, which years to target, and what the AC compressor will cost you.
Used Genesis GV70 1st Gen (2022-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2022 Genesis GV70 scored 56/100 on reliability. The 2023 is meaningfully better. Here's what changes by year, and what to check before buying.
Used Mazda 6 3rd Gen (2014-2021): Buyer's Guide
The 2018-2021 Mazda 6 turbo has a class action lawsuit over cracking cylinder heads. Here's how to avoid that car and find the one worth buying.
Used Porsche Cayenne 3rd Gen (2019-2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2019 Cayenne launched with 6 recalls and 35 NHTSA complaints. The 2022 has 1. Same platform. Here's what changed and what to check before buying.
USMCA Deadline July 1: Which Cars to Buy Before the Review
The US, Canada, and Mexico decide USMCA's future on July 1. The GMC Terrain runs on 11% domestic content. Here are the specific Mexico-assembled vehicles most exposed to price changes.
2023 Compact SUVs Off Lease: Which Ones to Buy in H2 2026
Three-year 2023 leases are maturing now. CarScout shows 22,000+ active listings across 8 models. Here's which off-lease compact SUVs have the most supply and the strongest case for buying.
Used Hyundai Santa Fe 3rd Gen (2013-2018): Buyer's Guide
The Santa Fe Sport's Theta II engine sparked a $1.3B class action. Here's what every buyer needs to check before buying a 2013-2018 Santa Fe.
Used Lexus GX 460 2nd Gen (2010-2023): Buyer's Guide
The GX 460's coolant valley plate leak costs $1,500-$3,000 at 100k miles. It is not a recall. Here's what to inspect on every 2nd gen GX 460 before you buy.
Used Lexus NX 2nd Gen (2022-2025): Buyer's Guide
Four powertrains, one infotainment problem. What every buyer needs to know about the 2022-2025 Lexus NX before signing.
Used Nissan Sentra 7th Gen (2013-2019): Buyer's Guide
The 2013 Sentra accumulated over 600 NHTSA complaints, mostly CVT-related. The 2019 accumulated fewer than 30. Same generation. Two completely different ownership stories.
Used Genesis G70 1st Gen (2019-2025): Buyer's Guide
The famous 10-year warranty doesn't transfer to second owners. The 2019-2021 has an ABS fire recall on every unit. What to know before buying a used Genesis G70.
Used GMC Canyon 2nd Gen (2015-2022): Buyer's Guide
The 3.6L V6 Canyon's 8-speed transmission shudder is the defining ownership issue of this generation. Here's what to inspect before you buy.
Used Mazda CX-30 1st Gen (2020-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2021 CX-30 Turbo has 3x more NHTSA complaints than the 2023. A settled class action covers valve stem seals. Here's what to check before you buy.
Used Toyota Sienna 4th Gen (2021-2025): Buyer's Guide
Every 4th gen Toyota Sienna needs a catalytic converter shield. Toyota never made one. Here's what else to know before buying a 2021-2025 Sienna.
Why Used Cars Are So Expensive in 2026
About 1 million buyers left the new car market as average payments hit $800. Most went to used. Here's what that demand shift did to prices and when relief arrives.
Used BMW X1 F48 (2016-2022): Buyer's Guide
BMW's X1 F48 has a class-action lawsuit over oil filter housings that fail at 60k miles, a 106k-vehicle B-pillar recall, and a divide between 2016-2019 and 2020-2022 that changes what you should pay.
Used Car Prices Up 6% in 2026: Where Buyers Still Win
The Manheim index hit its highest point since summer 2023. Used EVs and sedans haven't followed. June 2026 market data by segment for buyers.
Used Mercedes-Benz E-Class W213 (2017-2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2017 W213 had many more recalls than the 2023. The 9G-Tronic conductor plate failure costs up to $4,000 with no recall. The 2020 is the best pre-LCI year to buy.
Used Volkswagen Taos 1st Gen (2022-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2022 Taos logged 286 NHTSA complaints in its first year and carries a head gasket TSB VW never recalled. Here's which year to buy and what to check first.
Hyundai Ioniq 6 Discontinued: Used Prices Under $16K
Hyundai killed standard Ioniq 6 trims for 2026. CarScout shows 634 used listings starting at $15,991 with 361-mile range. Here's which trim to buy and what to check.
Used GMC Yukon 5th Gen (2021-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 6.2L Denali carries a 597,000-vehicle crankshaft recall and the 5.3L has a documented lifter failure pattern. Here's what to check before you buy a 5th gen Yukon.
Used Jeep Renegade 1st Gen (2015-2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2017 Jeep Renegade had 558 NHTSA complaints. The 2022 had 23. Same generation, completely different ownership experience. Here's which years to buy.
Used Lexus ES 7th Gen (2019-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2019-2021 ES carries five recall campaigns including an airbag sensor defect. The 2022+ is a different story. Here's how to buy smart.
2024 Toyota Tundra Recall: What Owners Need to Know
NHTSA recall 26V320 covers 43,566 2024 Tundra trucks. The third engine recall for the same V35A defect since 2022. No fix available yet.
Used Acura TLX 2nd Gen (2021-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2021 TLX logged 54 NHTSA complaints. The 2023 logged 9. Same car. Here's what changed, what breaks, and which year to target.
Used Cadillac CT5 1st Gen (2020-2026): Buyer's Guide
Car and Driver's long-term CT5-V Blackwing blew its engine. GM said it was their first LT4 failure ever. Forum owners disagreed. Here's what to know before you buy.
Used Chevrolet Trailblazer 1st Gen (2021-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2021 Trailblazer: 170 NHTSA complaints, 3 fires. The 2024: 32 complaints. The 1.2L engine faces a 2026 class action. Avoid 2021 and avoid the 1.2L.
Used VW GTI Mk8 (2022-2025): Buyer's Guide
VW's own CEO admitted the 2022-2024 GTI infotainment was bad. Here's which year to buy, what each trim costs to own, and what to check before signing.
Ford Bronco Recall: 16,000 Hard Tops May Crack and Detach
NHTSA recall 26V299 covers 16,200 2021-2022 Broncos with MIC hard tops that crack and shed pieces at speed. Fix won't be ready until November 2026. Here's what buyers need to know.
Used Chevrolet Colorado 3rd Gen (2023-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2023 Colorado launched with cracked engine blocks, phantom braking, and a factory quality hold. Here's what to check before buying a 3rd gen Colorado.
Used Chevy Tahoe 4th Gen (2015-2020): Buyer's Guide
The 2015 Tahoe logged 656 NHTSA complaints. The 2020 logged 49. Here's how to buy the right year, the right engine, and avoid the AFM lifter lottery.
Used Ford Mustang Mach-E 1st Gen (2021-2024): Buyer's Guide
197,000 first-gen Mach-Es carry a door-latch recall that can trap passengers. Here's which years to buy, which to avoid, and what to verify before signing.
Used Mazda CX-50 1st Gen (2023-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2.5T Turbo has a documented oil consumption problem Mazda calls 'normal.' The 2.5L NA doesn't. This guide covers which year and engine to buy.
Used Audi Q7 2nd Gen (2017-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2017 Q7's 312 NHTSA complaints drop to near-zero by 2022. Here's the year-by-year breakdown, powertrain quirks, and what to inspect before buying.
Used Honda CR-V 6th Gen (2023-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2023 CR-V launched with a steering defect first noticed at 586 miles average. Oil dilution, five hybrid recalls, and what to check before buying.
Used Kia EV6 1st Gen (2022-2024): Buyer's Guide
2022-2024 Kia EV6 buyer's guide: ICCU failure patterns, which model years to target, the GT tradeoff, and what to verify before you buy.
Used Volvo XC40 1st Gen (2019–2024): Buyer's Guide
The XC40's first generation packs five distinct powertrains into one platform, and not all of them age the same way. Know which to buy before you shop.
Used Chevy Bolt EV 1st Gen (2017-2023): Buyer's Guide
Every 2017-2022 Chevy Bolt EV was recalled for battery fires. Here's what to verify before buying, what the recall actually means for used value, and which year to target.
Used Kia Soul 2nd Gen (2014-2019): Buyer's Guide
The 2014 Soul carries 5 active recalls. The 2019 carries 1. Same generation, same platform. Here's which years to buy and which engine to pick.
Used Subaru Ascent 1st Gen (2019-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2019 Ascent had five NHTSA recalls including a fire risk and a CVT chain failure. The 2022 had one. Same generation, different ownership story.
Used Toyota RAV4 4th Gen (2013-2018): Buyer's Guide
The 2013-2015 RAV4 carries a torque converter failure and an active battery fire recall. Here's what to check before buying a used XA40.
Used Alfa Romeo Stelvio 1st Gen (2018–2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2018 Stelvio has 101 NHTSA complaints. The 2022 has 4. Same platform, 25x the risk. Here's what to buy and what to skip.
Used BMW 3 Series F30 (2012-2018): Buyer's Guide
The N20 timing chain class action is closed. 720,000+ BMWs recalled for fire risk. Know exactly what engine you're buying before spending $15k on a used F30.
Used Chevrolet Malibu 9th Gen (2016-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2016 Malibu logged 846 NHTSA complaints. The 2022 logged 66. Here's which year, which engine, and what to check before you sign on a used Malibu.
The Used EV Price Gap Fell to $1,100. Here's the Math.
Used EVs average $34,653, just $1,102 more than gas cars. With $4.55/gallon gas and no federal credit, here's the full 3-year cost breakdown.
Used Ram 2500/3500 5th Gen (2019-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2019-2020 Ram 2500/3500 Cummins diesel has a CP4 fuel pump recall: failure can cost $25,000 to fix. Here's what to check and which year to target.
April 2026 Used Car Prices: Gas Down, EVs Up
Wholesale gas cars fell 2.2% in April while used EVs rose 1.4%. Here's what the Manheim split means for buyers right now and which segment has the better deal.
Used Hyundai Sonata 7th Gen (2015-2019): Buyer's Guide
The 2015 Sonata has 47 NHTSA fire reports. The 2019 has 4. Here's what changed, which powertrains to target, and what to check before you buy.
Used Infiniti QX50 2nd Gen (2019-2025): Buyer's Guide
The QX50's VC-Turbo engine triggered a 2025 recall covering 84,000+ vehicles. Here's what every used buyer needs to verify before signing.
Used Jeep Wrangler JK (2007-2018): Buyer's Guide
The 2018 JK had 6x more NHTSA steering complaints than the 2017. Same platform, different production quality. Here's how to buy the right JK.
Used Mazda CX-90 1st Gen (2024-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2024 CX-90 has 11+ NHTSA recalls, the 2025 has 3. Steering recall fix is under federal investigation. Here's what to check before you buy.
Hyundai Tucson and Santa Cruz Recalled for Phantom Braking
421,078 Hyundai Tucsons and Santa Cruzes recalled for phantom braking. The forward collision system fires randomly. Here's what used buyers must check.
Used Chrysler 300 2nd Gen (2011-2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2012 Chrysler 300 has 424 NHTSA complaints. The 2023 has 5. Same platform. What changed, and which year should you actually buy.
Used Honda Accord 11th Gen (2023-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2023-2025 Accord Hybrid was recalled for sudden power loss affecting 256,000 vehicles. Plus a fuel pump fire risk and widespread infotainment failures. Here's what to know.
Used Lincoln Aviator 1st Gen (2020-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2020 Lincoln Aviator scored 8/100 for reliability. The 2022 scored 48. Same platform, very different ownership. Here's what separates a smart buy from a repair bill.
Used VW GTI MK7 (2015-2021): Buyer's Guide
The 2019 VW GTI generated 178 NHTSA engine complaints in one year. Water pump history, IS20 turbo revision, and DSG type determine ownership costs.
Used Ford Explorer 5th Gen (2011-2019): Buyer's Guide
The 5th gen Explorer's 3.5L V6 has an internal water pump that kills engines without warning. Plus PTU failure, CO intrusion, and which years to target.
Used Honda Civic Type R FK8 (2017-2021): Buyer's Guide
Honda's FK8 Civic Type R is brilliant and fragile in equal measure. Here's what to inspect before buying: fuel pump recall, water intrusion TSB, and the 1-2 gear crunch.
Used Nissan Murano 3rd Gen (2015-2022): Buyer's Guide
The 2015 Murano logged 200 NHTSA complaints and 5 fires. The 2022 logged 5 complaints. Same generation. This guide tells you which years to buy and what to inspect first.
Used Subaru WRX VB Gen (2022-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2022 WRX has a documented oil pan sealant defect that can starve the engine. The 2023 fixed it. Know which year, which trim, and what to inspect.
USMCA July 1: Which Used Cars Face the Most Tariff Risk
The USMCA review won't finish by July 1. U.S. negotiators say talks will run past the deadline. Here's which popular used cars carry the most price risk and which don't.
Used Ford Bronco Sport 1st Gen (2021-2024): Buyer's Guide
858,000 Bronco Sports recalled for cracked fuel injectors and fire risk — and as of mid-2026, Ford still doesn't have a permanent fix. Here's what to know before buying.
Used Hyundai Tucson 4th Gen (2022-2025): Buyer's Guide
2022-2025 Hyundai Tucson 4th gen buyer's guide: DCT jerk, fuel injector misfires, ISG fire recall, and which powertrain to choose. Year-by-year verdicts.
Used Lexus NX 1st Gen (2015-2021): Buyer's Guide
The 2016 NX200t had more complaints than any other first-gen NX year. Lexus revised the piston rings in 2017. Here is the year-and-powertrain split before you buy.
Used PHEVs Are On Sale While Hybrids Sell Out
Used RAV4 Hybrids sell in under 30 days at a premium. A 2021 RAV4 Prime costs $4,000-$7,000 less used, has a 42-mile battery range, and sits on lots for weeks.
Used Subaru Outback 5th Gen (2015-2019): Buyer's Guide
The 2015-2019 Outback has three class-action settlements and a CVT extended to 10 years. Here's what separates the good buys from the expensive ones.
Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Recall 2026: Fire Risk, the Fix, and What to Do
54,337 Elantra Hybrids recalled for fire risk. The fix is a free software update. Here's what the defect is and what used buyers should do before making an offer.
Used Honda Accord 9th Gen (2013-2017): Buyer's Guide
Honda extended the 2013-2015 Accord CVT warranty to 100k miles after widespread judder failures. VCM oil consumption, Takata recalls, and starter failures: the full owner picture.
Used Kia K5 1st Gen (2021-2024): Buyer's Guide
The K5's fuel tank can swell and melt against the exhaust. The GT's transmission can cut power at highway speed. Here's which year and trim to buy.
Used Mazda CX-9 (2016-2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2016-2020 CX-9 has a class-action cylinder head defect with a 10yr/120k warranty extension. Here's which years are clean and what to verify before buying.
Used Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 (2015-2021): Buyer's Guide
The M274 engine in 2015-2016 C300s has a piston defect, a class action, and no recall. Know exactly what to check before you buy this generation.
Used Honda Ridgeline 2nd Gen (2017-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2017 and 2019 Ridgeline carry an engine recall most sellers don't know exists. Here's what to check, what years to skip, and which 2nd gen is worth buying.
Used Kia Sportage 5th Gen (2023-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2023 Sportage launched with 5 recalls and a fire risk. The 2025 is the same car with half the problems. Here's what varies by year and powertrain.
Used Mazda 3 4th Gen (2019-2023): Buyer's Guide
4th gen Mazda 3 is two cars in one: a near-flawless 2.0L or 2.5L, or a 2.5T that shipped with a defective valve stem seal Mazda settled in court.
Used VW ID.4 1st Gen (2021–2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2021-2023 VW ID.4 scores 29/100 on reliability. Here's what actually fails, which year to buy, and which battery fire recall to verify first.
Used Audi A4 B9 (2017-2024): Buyer's Guide
Consumer Reports rated the 2017 B9 A4's electronics below average, its plastic water pump fails at 60,000 miles, and S-tronic shudder from deferred service is widespread.
Used BMW 7 Series G11/G12 (2016-2022): Buyer's Guide
The G11 740i and 750i cost the same used. They don't cost the same to own. Here's what you need to know before buying a 2016-2022 BMW 7 Series.
Used Cadillac XT5 1st Gen (2017–2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2017 XT5 logged 117 NHTSA complaints. The 2020 logged 20. Same platform. Here's what changed, what breaks, and which years to buy.
Used VW Jetta MK7 (2019-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2019 VW Jetta has 771 owner complaints. The 2021 has fewer than 20. This guide explains exactly what changed, and which MK7 year to buy.
Used Hyundai Kona 1st Gen (2018-2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2019 Kona has 173 NHTSA complaints and a battery fire recall. The 2023 has 61. Same platform. Here's which powertrain and year to buy.
Used Infiniti QX60 1st Gen (2013-2020): Buyer's Guide
The 2014 QX60 has 229 NHTSA complaints vs. 22 for the 2020. Same CVT, completely different ownership experience. Here's which years to buy and what to check first.
Used Subaru WRX 4th Gen (2015-2021): Buyer's Guide
The 2015-2016 WRX has a known firewall crack issue. The 2018 fixed the clutch. Know which year, powertrain, and inspection steps to take before you buy.
Used Toyota Prius 4th Gen (2016-2022): Buyer's Guide
The 2016 Prius has 5 recalls including a fire risk. The 2022 has 1. Which years to target, how to check battery health, and why every buyer needs a cat shield.
Used Ford Expedition 4th Gen (2018-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2019 Ford Expedition has 10x more NHTSA complaints than the 2022. Same platform. Here's what changed, which years to target, and what to check before you buy.
Used Hybrid Inventory Is Getting Tight
Used hybrid demand jumped 41.8% in Q1 2026 while RAV4 Hybrid inventory fell 51% YoY. Gas at $4.50 is tightening the market. Here's which models are squeezed.
Used Hyundai Ioniq 5 1st Gen (2022-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2022 Ioniq 5 has 395 NHTSA complaints. The 2024 has 206. Same platform. The ICCU recall can kill drive power mid-highway. Here's which years and trims to target.
Used Hyundai Sonata 8th Gen (2020-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2020-2024 Sonata comes in four distinct powertrains with very different reliability profiles. Here's how to pick the right one and what to check before you buy.
Used Volvo XC60 2nd Gen (2018-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2nd gen XC60 splits into two eras at 2022. T8 PHEV models carry a real $10,000 ERAD failure risk out of warranty. Powertrain-by-powertrain breakdown.
Buy a Used EV Now or Wait? The H2 2026 Supply Math
Gas hit $4.58/gallon. Used EV wholesale prices jumped 7.8% YoY. And 215,000-330,000 lease returns are hitting the market in H2 2026. Here's the timing math.
Used GMC Acadia 2nd Gen (2017-2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2017 Acadia had 683 NHTSA complaints. The 2022 had 44. Same generation. Here's why — and which year is actually worth buying.
Used Hyundai Santa Fe 4th Gen (2019-2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2019-2020 Santa Fe had 11 documented engine fires. The 2021-2022 added a battery recall covering 168,000 vehicles. Here's how to navigate the 4th gen before you buy.
Used Lexus IS 3rd Gen (2014-2020): Buyer's Guide
The IS 250 needs walnut blasting at 60k miles. The IS 350 doesn't. Here's what to know about every powertrain in the 2014-2020 Lexus IS before you buy.
Used Toyota Highlander 4th Gen (2020-2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2020-2022 V6 Highlander has a known 8-speed transmission failure at 60k miles costing $9-12k. Here's exactly what to check before buying the 4th gen.
Used Acura RDX 3rd Gen (2019-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2019-2020 Acura RDX logged 420 NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls. The 2022 has 29. Same platform. Here's which year to target and what to inspect first.
Used Infiniti Q50 (2014-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2014 Q50 had 169 NHTSA complaints and 2 deaths. The 2020 had 3 complaints. Same car. Here's what you need to know before buying any year.
Used Kia Stinger (2018-2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2018-2021 Kia Stinger carried up to 6 recalls including two fire-risk campaigns. The 2022 has one. Same car. Completely different recall exposure.
Used Mercedes-Benz GLE V167 (2020–2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2022 GLE was Consumer Reports' least reliable vehicle across all makes. The 2023 has 5 NHTSA recalls. Same generation. This guide covers what changed, which engines to avoid, and what to inspect.
Used Ford F-250 Super Duty 5th Gen (2017-2022): Buyer's Guide
The 2017-2019 F-250 Super Duty has notorious steering wobble and a fuel pump that destroys itself. The 2020-2022 is a different truck. Here's how to tell them apart.
Used Mercedes-Benz GLC (X253, 2016-2022): Buyer's Guide
Two engines, two engine failure modes, no recalls for either. What used GLC buyers need to know about M274 pistons, M264 cylinder heads, and which years to target.
Used Nissan Rogue 3rd Gen (2021-2025): Buyer's Guide
Over 640,000 3rd gen Rogues recalled for engine failures in 2026. Here's what you need to know before buying a 2021-2025 Rogue and which years to avoid.
Used Tesla Model 3 and Model Y: Which Year to Buy
HW3 or HW4 is the most important used Tesla decision. Here's which years have which hardware, what battery health to expect, and how FSD works on a resale.
Used Toyota Corolla 12th Gen (2019-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2020 Corolla had 4 recalls and 293 NHTSA complaints. The 2022 had none. Same platform. What you need to know before buying.
Memorial Day 2026: What Used Car Buyers Need to Know
A new Equinox EV costs $29,890 after incentives. A 2-year-old used one lists at $28-31k. Here's how that gap reshapes the used car market this Memorial Day.
Used BMW 3 Series G20 (2019-2025): Buyer's Guide
The G20 3 Series has a fire-risk starter recall, a plastic oil housing that fails without warning, and an iDrive 7 that freezes constantly. Here's what to check before you buy.
Used Dodge Grand Caravan 5th Gen (2008–2020): Buyer's Guide
The 5th gen Grand Caravan's TIPM controls fuel pump, wipers, windows, and horn. When moisture gets in, it fails. Here's what to check before buying.
Used Kia Sorento 4th Gen (2021-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 4th-gen Sorento's 2.5T turbo DCT stranded 65,000 owners. Here's which powertrain to buy, which years to target, and what to check before signing.
Used Porsche Macan 1st Gen (2015–2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2017 Macan logged 58 NHTSA complaints and six recalls. The 2022 logged four and zero. Year, trim, and powertrain pick changes everything in this generation.
Mercedes 2024-2026 Recall: Instrument Panel Goes Blank
144,049 Mercedes C-Class, GLC, E-Class, SL, CLE, and AMG GT vehicles recalled for instrument panel failure. What to check before you buy one used.
Used Audi Q5 2nd Gen (2018–2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2018 Audi Q5 drew 193 NHTSA complaints. The 2019 drew 45. Same platform, same engine, same body. Here's what changed, what to check, and which years to target.
Used Chevrolet Camaro 6th Gen (2016-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2017 Camaro had 181 NHTSA complaints. The 2022 had 10. Four powertrains, each with its own failure mode. Here's how to buy the right one.
Used Ford Ranger 5th Gen (2019-2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2019 Ranger logged 247 NHTSA complaints. The 2022 logged a fraction of that. Same truck, same engine — here's what changed and which years to target.
Used Lexus RX 4th Gen (2016-2022): Buyer's Guide
The RX350's V6 timing cover leak costs $2,400-$6,000 to fix. It is not a recall. Here's what to check on every 4th gen Lexus RX before you buy.
Tesla Cybertruck Has 7 Recalls. What Used Buyers Need to Check.
The Cybertruck has 7 NHTSA recalls in 18 months of production. Most are OTA fixes. Two aren't. Here's what to verify before buying one used.
Used Acura MDX 3rd Gen (2014-2020): Buyer's Guide
A 2023 NHTSA recall covers nearly every 2016-2020 Acura MDX engine on the road. Add the ZF 9-speed controversy and a timing belt most owners forget about.
Used Jeep Gladiator JT (2020-2024): Buyer's Guide
The Jeep Gladiator JT has real known issues: soft-top leaks, Death Wobble, an EcoDiesel fuel pump recall, and a clutch fire risk on 6MT models. Here's what to check.
Used Nissan Frontier 2nd Gen (2005-2021): Buyer's Guide
The 2nd gen Frontier ran 17 years on one platform. Two generation-defining failure modes separate the trucks worth buying from the ones you'll regret.
Used Volkswagen Tiguan 2nd Gen (2018-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2018 Tiguan had 28 recalls. The 2019 had 13. Same platform, same engine. Here's what changed, what's still broken, and which years to actually buy.
Used Car Prices Dipped in April. Used EV Prices Didn't.
The April Manheim index fell 1.6% overall, the first drop since October. The EV sub-index rose 7.2% year over year. Here's what each number means for your search.
Used GMC Terrain 2nd Gen (2018–2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2018 Terrain had 5 recalls and 208 NHTSA complaints. The 2021 had 31. Same platform. Here's what to check on every 2nd gen before you buy.
Used Honda Civic 11th Gen (2022-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2022 Civic had 935 NHTSA complaints. The 2024 scored 81/100. Same platform, very different ownership record. Here's how to navigate the 11th gen.
Used Hyundai Elantra 7th Gen (2021-2025): Buyer's Guide
The CN7 Elantra was America's most stolen car in 2024. The theft risk, IVT lawsuit, and DCT shudder all split neatly by model year and powertrain.
Used Volvo XC90 2nd Gen (2016-2023): Buyer's Guide
The XC90 T8 can hit you with a $12,000 ERAD failure after warranty expires. This guide covers every powertrain and year of the 2nd gen XC90 (2016-2023).
Used Chevy Traverse 2nd Gen (2018-2023): Buyer's Guide
2018 Traverse: 432 NHTSA complaints. 2021: 80. Same engine, same platform. What to know about the 9T65 nine-speed before you buy.
Used GMC Sierra 1500 5th Gen (2019-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 5th gen Sierra 1500 has two separate engine failure stories. Here's what to check before buying a 2019-2025 with any of its five powertrain options.
Used Jeep Grand Cherokee WL 5th Gen (2021-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2022 Grand Cherokee was recalled 21 times. Four structural recalls, three powertrain risk profiles, and one fire risk. What used WL buyers need to know.
Used BMW X5 G05 (2019-2023): Buyer's Guide
The G05 X5 has three powertrains with very different reliability profiles and a class-action transfer case defect. Here's what to check before buying.
Used Ford F-250 Super Duty 4th Gen (2017-2022): Buyer's Guide
Ford recalled 295,000 diesel Super Duties in 2024 over a fuel pump that can destroy the entire fuel system. Here's what to know before buying a 2017-2022 F-250.
Used Jeep Compass 2nd Gen (2017-2022): Buyer's Guide
The 2018 Jeep Compass has 917 NHTSA complaints and five recalls. The 2021 has 75 and zero. Here's how to pick the right year and transmission.
Used Toyota Tundra 3rd Gen (2022-2025): Buyer's Guide
Two engine recalls, one still without a remedy. What you need to know before buying a 2022-2025 Toyota Tundra with the twin-turbo V6.
VW Taos Recall 2026: Fire Risk in 38,000 SUVs
VW recalled 38,710 Taos SUVs in April 2026 for a wiring defect that can cause a fuel leak and fire after a rear crash. What to check before you buy one.
Nissan Ariya Discontinued: 2026 Used Buyer Guide
25% auto tariffs ended the Nissan Ariya's US run after three years. 483 used units are on the market now, starting at $16,257. Here's what to know before buying.
Used Dodge Durango 3rd Gen (2011-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2014 Durango logged 776 NHTSA complaints. The 2020 logged 49. Same platform, same engines. Here's what changed and which years to target.
Used Toyota 4Runner 5th Gen (2010-2024): Buyer's Guide
Every 4WD 5th gen 4Runner has a documented front differential TSB. Add Takata airbag history, KDSS failure costs, and a year-by-year NHTSA breakdown across all 15 model years.
Used Toyota Highlander 3rd Gen (2014-2019): Buyer's Guide
The 2017-2019 Highlander's UA80 transmission has a factory assembly defect. Repair cost: $7,000-$19,000. Toyota extended warranty to 10 years on qualifying VINs only.
Used Toyota Tundra 2nd Gen (2007-2021): Buyer's Guide
The 2nd gen Tundra runs 300k miles. It also has a cam tower leak that costs $4,000 to fix. What you need to know before you buy one.
Ford Bronco Seat Recall 2026: 179,000 Affected Vehicles
Ford recalled 179,698 Broncos and Rangers over front seat bolts that can fail to restrain you in a crash. Two Bronco campaigns are now open. Here's what to check.
Used Ford Edge 2nd Gen (2015-2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2017 Ford Edge generated 1,229 NHTSA complaints. The 2023 generated 14. Covers the 2.0L coolant flaw, AWD PTU failures, and year-by-year verdict.
Used Ford F-150 13th Gen (2015-2020): Buyer's Guide
The 2015 F-150 had ~16 NHTSA recalls. The 2020 had 4. Same platform. The EcoBoost timing chain, 10-speed lawsuit, and cam phaser issue explained by year and engine.
Used Nissan Pathfinder 4th Gen (2013-2021): Buyer's Guide
The 2013 Pathfinder has 870 NHTSA complaints. The 2020 has a fraction of that. Same platform. Here's what changed, what never got fixed, and which years are worth buying.
Used Subaru Crosstrek 2nd Gen (2018-2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2021-2023 Crosstrek's 2.5L engine has a thermo control valve defect that can cook an engine. Generation-specific guide covering CVT risk, windshield costs, and which year to buy.
Parts Tariffs 2026: Which Cars Cost More to Maintain Now
The 25% auto parts tariff took effect May 3 on 150+ categories. Which used cars have the most repair cost exposure, and what it means when you're shopping.
Used BMW X3 3rd Gen G01 (2018-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2019 BMW X3 logged 156 NHTSA complaints. The 2023 logged 9. Same platform. This guide tells you which year to buy and what to check.
Used Chevy Tahoe 5th Gen (2021-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2021 Tahoe had 16 NHTSA recalls and 386 complaints. The 2024 has none. Here's what to know before buying a 5th gen Chevy Tahoe.
Used Honda Civic 10th Gen (2016-2021): Buyer's Guide
The 2016 Civic had 1,021 NHTSA complaints. The 2021 had 121. Same body, same engines, completely different ownership experience. Here's what separates them.
Used Subaru Outback 6th Gen (2020-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2020 Outback has 6 NHTSA recalls and a class action infotainment lawsuit. The 2024 has zero. Same platform, very different ownership story.
EU 25% Auto Tariff: Used BMW, Mercedes, and Audi Prices Now
Trump raised EU auto tariffs to 25% on May 1. New European cars are getting more expensive. Here's what used BMWs, Audis, and Mercedes cost right now.
Used BMW 5 Series G30 (2017-2023): Buyer's Guide
The G30 BMW 5 Series has three powertrains with very different failure profiles. Here's what to check before buying a used 530i, 540i, M550i, or 530e.
Used Dodge Challenger LA Gen (2015-2023): Buyer's Guide
The HEMI lifter failure can cost $8,000 to fix and shows no warning on CarFax. What to know before buying a used 2015-2023 Dodge Challenger.
Used Ford Mustang S550 (2015-2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2015 Mustang has 432 NHTSA complaints. The 2021 has 52. Same platform, same engine options. Here's what changed and which year to target.
Used Nissan Altima 6th Gen (2019-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2019 Altima had 210 NHTSA complaints. The 2022 had 20. Same platform. This guide covers which years to buy, which engine to pick, and what to inspect.
$2 Billion in Tariff Refunds Won't Lower Car Prices
Ford got a $1.3B tariff refund. GM got $500M. Neither company has committed to cutting prices. Here's why the Supreme Court ruling won't help buyers.
Used Ford Fusion 2nd Gen (2013-2020): Buyer's Guide
The 2013 Fusion generated 91 NHTSA fire reports. The 2020 generated 2. Same generation, 7 powertrains, and completely different risk profiles depending on which you buy.
Used Jeep Cherokee KL (2014-2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2014 Cherokee had 2,612 NHTSA complaints. The 2022 had 36. Same platform. Before you buy a KL Cherokee, know which years and engines to target.
Used Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 (2011-2021): Buyer's Guide
The 2014 WK2 Grand Cherokee has 11x more NHTSA complaints than the 2020. Same platform, same shape — completely different ownership risk. Here's what separates them.
Used Kia Sorento 3rd Gen (2016-2020): Buyer's Guide
The Kia Sorento 3rd gen carries a $1.3B engine recall story. Here's which years and engines to buy, which to avoid, and exactly what to check.
Dealer Tariff Fees in 2026: Real vs. Made Up
Dealers are calling markups 'tariff fees' on cars with minimal real tariff exposure. How to decode the three cost layers on your new car window sticker.
Used Chevy Colorado 2nd Gen (2015-2022): Buyer's Guide
Three powertrains, a class-action transmission lawsuit, and a diesel timing belt most buyers miss. What to know before buying a 2015-2022 Colorado.
Used Chevy Silverado 1500 T1XX (2019-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 5.3L DFM lifter failure can hit under 10,000 miles. The 6.2L has a 600,000-truck recall. Here's what to check before buying a T1XX Silverado.
Used Ford F-150 14th Gen (2021-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2021 F-150 had 20 recalls. The 2023 had 6. Plus: the F-150 Limited forces a powertrain Consumer Reports scored 4 out of 100. Here's what to know before buying.
Used Toyota Tacoma 3rd Gen (2016-2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2016 Tacoma has 319 NHTSA complaints. The 2021 has 71. Same platform, same engine. Here's which 3rd gen years to buy, skip, and what to inspect.
How to Buy a Used Car When You Can't Wait in 2026
Used car prices just hit a 3-year high and Cox Automotive found most spring buyers are buying out of necessity. Here's what to do when you can't wait.
Used Honda CR-V 5th Gen (2017-2022): Buyer's Guide
The 2017-2018 CR-V 1.5T has oil dilution and head gasket risk. The 2021-2022 has almost none of that. Here's how to buy the right year.
Used Jeep Wrangler JL (2018-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2018 JL has 14 recalls and 1,688 NHTSA complaints. The 2021 has a cast-iron steering box and half the complaints. Here's what changed and why it matters.
Used Ram 1500 5th Gen (2019-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2019 Ram 1500 has 32 recalls and 1,400 NHTSA complaints. The 2024 has 4. Same DT platform. Here's what changed and which year to target.
Why 1-to-2-Year-Old Used Cars Are 2026's Best Value
Nearly new used car sales jumped 24% in Q1 2026. A one-year-old car saves $17K vs. new, with depreciation already absorbed. Here are the best models to target.
Used EV Wholesale Prices Beat Gas Cars in Q1 2026
The Manheim EV wholesale index rose 6.7% YoY in Q1, outpacing gas cars at 5.0%. Retail prices lag behind. Here's what that means for used EV buyers now.
Best Used Luxury Cars Under $30K in 2026
New car average hit $48,422 in April 2026. Here's which used luxury models under $30K are actually worth buying, and which come with hidden maintenance costs.
Used Hyundai Palisade 1st Gen (2020-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2020-2022 Palisade has a documented oil consumption problem and 6 recalls per year. The 2023 facelift is a different car. Which year and trim to target.
Used Kia Telluride: Recalls, Pricing, and Best Years
462,869 Tellurides carry an open fire recall. Here's the full recall history, spring 2026 pricing data, and which years to target when buying used.
Ford Ranger Wiring Recall 2026: Fire Risk in 140,000 Trucks
Ford recalled 140,201 Rangers (2024-2026) for A-pillar wiring that can short and cause fire. One truck caught fire. Owner letters start April 27.
Used Hyundai Tucson 3rd Gen (2016-2021): Buyer's Guide
The 2016 Tucson had 1,588 NHTSA complaints and 24 engine fires. The 2021 had 62. Here's which powertrain and year to target in this generation.
65,000 Ram Trucks Recalled for Blank Dashboard, ESC Fault
65,348 Ram 1500-5500 trucks recalled April 2026: a dashboard display failure hides brake and ESC warnings. Plus a separate ESC recall on 6,605 Ram 2500s.
Best Used Cars Under $15,000 in Spring 2026
Sub-$15K used car supply is running at 36 days, tighter than the already-strained broader market. Here's what CarScout's April data shows about what's available and which models hold up.
Used Mazda6: $3,800 Cheaper Than a Camry. Here's Why.
A 2021 Mazda6 averages $18,416 on the used market. A 2021 Camry averages $22,208. Same 5-star safety, same 200k-mile lifespan. The gap is pure brand premium.
The USMCA Review Could Raise Car Prices Again in 2026
The US, Canada, and Mexico decide by July 1 whether to extend USMCA. Tougher auto rules could add a 10% effective tariff on cars currently exempt.
Where Used Car Prices Are Rising Least: Spring 2026 Data
Luxury SUVs jumped $1,075 at retail last month. Compact car wholesale prices rose just 0.6% year over year. Here's the spring 2026 breakdown by segment.
Used Honda Odyssey 5th Gen (2018-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2018-2019 Honda Odyssey has 10x more NHTSA complaints than the 2022. Same minivan, wildly different ownership experience. Here's what you need to know.
Honda Odyssey Airbag Recall 2026: Potholes Are the Problem
440,830 Honda Odyssey minivans from 2018-2022 were recalled for airbags that deploy unexpectedly over potholes. 25 injuries reported. Here's what to check.
Ford Recalls 1.4 Million F-150s for Transmission Downshift
Ford filed recall 26V237000 covering 1,392,935 F-150 trucks for an unintended downshift to 2nd gear at highway speeds. What owners and used buyers need to know.
Used Ford Explorer 6th Gen (2020-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2020 Explorer has 1,070 NHTSA complaints. The 2023 has 85. Same platform. Here's what changed, what to check, and which years to target.
Used Car Prices Just Hit a 3-Year High. Buy Now or Wait?
The Manheim index hit 215.3 in March, a 3-year high. But retail used car sales are softening. Here's what that gap means for buyers timing their purchase.
Used Chevy Blazer Buying Guide: Best Years and What to Skip
No 2027 Blazer exists. Here's which used model years to buy, which to avoid, and what the model-year gap means for pricing right now.
$4 Gas: The Used Car Fuel Economy Payback Math
Gas hit $4 for the first time since 2022. Here's the actual MPG breakeven math on used hybrids vs. gas Camry, RAV4, and CR-V for buyers shopping right now.
Used Mazda CX-5 2nd Gen (2017-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2019-2020 CX-5 turbo has a documented cylinder head defect covered by a 10yr/120k warranty extension. Here's what to check before you buy.
Used Truck Prices in 2026: Why They're Not Falling
Used trucks are projected to rise 1-5% in 2026 while sedans soften. Here's the market data on F-150, Silverado, and why trucks resist off-lease price pressure.
CPO vs. Used in 2026: The Financing Math
CPO financing rates run 2.49-4.99% APR while bank used-car loans average 7.44%. On a $25K vehicle that's $1,000+ saved. Here's when CPO actually beats non-certified.
Used Subaru Forester 5th Gen (2019-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2019 Forester has 828 NHTSA complaints. The 2023 has 64. Same platform, radically different ownership risk. Here's what to check before you buy.
Hyundai Recalls 294,000 Ioniq 6, Santa Fe, and G90 Vehicles
Hyundai recalled 294,128 vehicles for seat belt anchors that detach after routine maintenance. What Ioniq 6, Santa Fe, and G90 owners need to do.
Used Honda Pilot 3rd Gen (2016-2022): Buyer's Guide
The 2016 Honda Pilot has 14x more NHTSA complaints than the 2022. Same engine, same platform. One transmission choice makes all the difference.
Ford Expedition Recall 2026: What Used Buyers Should Know
Ford recalled 422,613 Expeditions, Navigators, and Super Duty trucks for wiper failure. Here's what it means if you're shopping for a used 2021-2023 Expedition.
Used Volkswagen Atlas 1st Gen (2018-2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2020 Atlas had 20 NHTSA complaints. The 2021 had 350. Same generation, same platform. Here's what changed and which year to target.
Used Ford Maverick 1st Gen (2022-2025): Buyer's Guide
The 2022-2024 EcoBoost has an open-deck block tied to a class action coolant lawsuit. Know the powertrain split, the 2024 default flip, and which year to target.
Used Tesla Model S and Model X: What to Know Before You Buy
Tesla ended Model S and Model X production April 1, 2026. With ~600 new units left and prices up $15K, the used market is the only path. Here's what to know.
Used Ford Escape 4th Gen (2020-2023): Buyer's Guide
Three fire recalls across every engine type in this generation. Here's what to verify before buying a 2020-2023 Ford Escape and which year is worth it.
The Case for Used Hybrids in 2026
Used hybrid views jumped 17% last month while supply sits at 47 days. Here's why used hybrids hit a sweet spot in 2026 and which models to target.
Used Chevrolet Silverado 1500 K2XX (2014-2018): Buyer's Guide
The 5.3L V8 in this gen has a well-documented lifter failure problem. Here's what to check before buying a 2014-2018 Silverado 1500.
Used EVs in 2026: What 300,000 Off-Lease Cars Mean for You
Used EV prices are down 30-40% from 2022 peaks, and 300,000 off-lease models are hitting the market in 2026. Here's what to buy and what to watch out for.
Used Toyota Camry 8th Gen (2018-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2018 Camry has 682 NHTSA complaints. The 2022 has 45. Same generation, same platform. Here's what separates them and which year to buy.
Used Chevrolet Equinox 3rd Gen (2018-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2018 Equinox had 362 NHTSA complaints. The 2023 had 72. Same platform, same basic shape. Here's what changed and which years to actually buy.
Used Chrysler Pacifica 1st Gen (2017-2023): Buyer's Guide
The 2017 Pacifica logged 9 fires and 1,436 NHTSA complaints. The 2023 logged 109. Same van, completely different ownership risk. Here's how to buy the right one.
The $4,000 Used EV Credit Is Gone. Prices Dropped More.
The federal $4,000 used EV credit ended Oct 1, 2025. But prices are down 35% from peak. Here's what the math actually looks like for spring 2026 buyers.
New vs. Used in 2026: What the Tariff Math Says
The new/used price gap just hit its widest point on record. But where a car is built changes the math entirely. Here's the breakdown by segment.
Used Kia Sportage 4th Gen (2017-2022): Buyer's Guide
The 2017-2021 Sportage has an active fire recall. The 2017-2018 has engine bearing issues under a class action settlement. Know both before you buy.
Used Nissan Rogue 2nd Gen (2014-2020): Buyer's Guide
Nissan paid $277.7M to settle CVT failure claims on 2014-2018 Rogues. Here's what to check before you buy a used T32 and which years are actually worth it.
Used Toyota RAV4 5th Gen (2019-2025): Buyer's Guide
5th gen RAV4 has three distinct powertrains with different failure profiles. The roof rail class action and HV cable corrosion split the generation at 2022.
Spring 2026: Which Used Cars Are Actually Negotiable
EV lease returns are surging 230% in 2026. Sedans are softening. Trucks aren't. Here's where buyers have leverage this spring and where they don't.
Used Ford Bronco 6th Gen (2021-2024): Buyer's Guide
The 2.7L EcoBoost built May-October 2021 has intake valves that crack at under 3,000 miles. Full powertrain, trim, and year-by-year breakdown before you buy.
Used Honda Accord 10th Gen (2018-2022): Buyer's Guide
The 2018 Accord has 10x the NHTSA complaints of the 2022. Same platform, same engines. Here's what changed and which year to buy.
Used Toyota 4Runner: What to Know Before You Buy
The 4Runner runs forever, but the 2015-2016 models have serious Takata airbag history. Here's what to check before buying any 5th gen.
Used Chevy Silverado 1500: What to Know Before You Buy
Four generations, one recurring engine flaw, and an active 6.2L recall. Here's what used Silverado 1500 buyers need to inspect before handing over money.
Used Dodge Charger: What to Know Before You Buy
The ICE Charger is gone. Here's how to find a good one used: generation differences, the MDS lifter problem, TIPM failures, and which years to target.
Used Hyundai Santa Fe: What to Know Before You Buy
Three generations, three completely different ownership stories. Here's what to check before buying a used Hyundai Santa Fe, from the Theta II engine era to the DCT debacle.
Tesla Model S Is Discontinued. Should You Buy One Used?
Tesla ended Model S and Model X production on April 1, 2026. Here's what that means for used prices, parts support, and whether to buy now.
Used BMW 3 Series: What to Know Before You Buy
The BMW 3 Series has four modern generations and wildly different reliability profiles. Here's what forums, owners, and NHTSA data say you need to check first.
Used Honda Civic: What to Know Before You Buy
The Civic has four distinct generations on the used market, each with its own failure modes. Here's what owners report and what to check before you buy.
Used Ram 1500: What to Know Before You Buy
The Ram 1500's coil-spring ride is class-leading, but the Hemi's MDS lifter failure and air suspension costs catch buyers off guard. Here's what to check.
Used Ford Explorer: What to Know Before You Buy
The 5th gen Explorer has exhaust intrusion, PTU failures, and a water pump that kills engines. Here's what to check before you hand over the money.
Used Honda CR-V: What to Know Before You Buy
The CR-V spans three distinct generations with very different reliability records. Here's what each gen gets right, wrong, and what to check before you buy.
Used Jeep Wrangler: What to Know Before You Buy
JK or JL? The 4xe has 36 documented fires and an active recall. The 2018-2020 aluminum steering box has a free fix most sellers won't mention. Here's what owners report.
Used Toyota Tacoma: What to Know Before You Buy
Four generations, one notorious transmission problem, and a $3.4B frame rust lawsuit. Here's what every used Tacoma buyer needs to check before signing anything.
GM Recalls 43,000 SUVs After Transmission Fix Failed
GM recalled 43,000 Tahoes, Suburbans, and Yukons for rear wheel lock-up. The first fix didn't work. What owners and used buyers need to know.
Used Ford F-150: What to Know Before You Buy
Year-by-year breakdown of Ford F-150 recalls, known issues, engine choices, and which model years to target or skip. NHTSA data and inspection tips.
CarGurus Breach Exposed 12.5 Million Accounts. Yours Might Be One.
The CarGurus data breach leaked 12.5M user records including names, addresses, and finance applications. What was exposed and how to protect yourself.
Used Jeep Grand Cherokee: What to Know Before You Buy
Year-by-year breakdown of Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls, common problems, and which model years to target or avoid. NHTSA data, owner reports, and inspection tips.
How Buyers Are Using AI to Shop for Cars in 2026
30% of car buyers now use AI tools like ChatGPT to research vehicles. What actually works, where it falls short, and who gets the better deal.
Ford Has Recalled 7.3 Million Vehicles in 2026
Ford has issued 19 recalls covering 7.3M+ vehicles in 2026. Cameras, wipers, driveshafts, trailer brakes. Here's what Ford owners need to know.
Used Car Prices in 2026: What the Data Actually Shows
Wholesale used car prices are up 5.3% year over year. Here's what's driving the increase and what it means for your next purchase.
Hyundai Palisade Recall 2026: Check Your VIN Now
A power-seat defect has triggered a Hyundai Palisade recall affecting 68,500 SUVs. Learn how to check if your car is affected and why open recalls matter.
What Is Days on Market and Why It Matters When Buying Used
Days on market measures how long a used car has been listed. Learn how to use DOM data to negotiate better prices and spot overpriced inventory.