2026

Automakers have long touted continuously variable transmission (CVT) systems as a way to increase fuel efficiency in their vehicles while providing smoother acceleration and driving. However, the reality of these new transmissions has not always lived up to the hype. Nissan has seen many problems with the CVTs in its…

Your Jeep 4xe could catch fire without warning, even while parked in your driveway. Recent recalls affecting over 320,000 vehicles reveal that damaged battery separators can trigger spontaneous fires in certain Wrangler and Grand Cherokee plug-in hybrids. No dashboard lights or obvious symptoms may appear before a fire occurs. If…

If your Jeep hesitates when merging onto the freeway or jerks while your kids are in the backseat, you’re not imagining it. These transmission and powertrain problems affect thousands of California families and represent known defects that can qualify for Lemon Law protection. When your family’s safety depends on reliable…

Honda has issued a recall for multiple years of its Accord, Civic, and CR-V vehicles due to a fuel pump defect. If you own one of these vehicles and have had consistent issues with the fuel pump despite multiple repair attempts while under warranty, it might qualify as a lemon….

Drivers tend to choose Honda Civics when they want a reliable, efficient vehicle that lasts. However, many Civic owners report serious oil consumption problems that can disrupt daily life and put unnecessary strain on their finances. Excessive oil loss isn’t just inconvenient, either – it can seriously damage your engine….

The last thing you want when you’re driving home on a hot Los Angeles afternoon is for your car to overheat and break down on the 405 or I-10. Unfortunately, faulty cooling systems can cause that exact crisis, leading to expensive repairs and keeping you from getting to work or…

Drivers choose the Nissan Rogue for its comfort, cargo space, and fuel efficiency. But many owners soon discover the SUV brings a challenge: Nissan Rogue transmission problems that can disrupt daily driving. When the transmission acts up, the car may hesitate, slip, or lose power at the worst times. These…

If you drive a Ford SUV, you may already know that Ford Explorer transmission issues show up far more often than many owners expect. These problems are not limited to high-mileage vehicles or older models.  In recent years, drivers across the country have reported sudden slipping, jerking, and shifting failures…

The Toyota Corolla is known for its reliability, smooth handling, and long life. Still, many owners report ongoing Toyota Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) issues. These reports include slipping, hesitation, odd noises, and early failure. When a serious transmission problem repeats despite the manufacturer’s multiple repairs while under warranty, owners start…

The federal government has recently opened an investigation into a possible defect in underbody shields installed on 2020 Ford Explorer vehicles. An Explorer owner contacted the government to request an investigation after reporting a recurring issue with their vehicle. The underbody shield was wearing out too quickly and detaching, despite…