2026

Chevy Equinox problems can manifest in various ways, but timing chain trouble is one issue that quickly attracts attention. Drivers report sudden engine noise, weaker performance, and in some cases, complete engine failure with little warning. Once the timing chain starts to wear out, the entire engine is affected. For…

While no one purchases a vehicle with the expectation that it will break down on them, even new cars can suffer from defects that significantly affect their use, safety, or value. If your vehicle has serious warranty-covered issues that the manufacturer or their authorized dealers have been unable to fix…

For nearly three decades, Ford Motor Company has marketed the Expedition as a full-size SUV that’s ideal for families and drivers shopping for a vehicle with plenty of space and lots of power. And given Ford’s long history, the manufacturer has leaned on its reputation to promote the Expedition’s reliability….

California’s Lemon Law protects you if your new vehicle’s manufacturer cannot fix a defect under warranty that significantly affects the car’s safety, reliability, or value after a reasonable number of repair attempts. If your vehicle qualifies as a lemon, the law provides you with several options for remedy – one…

New vehicles sometimes develop severe warranty-covered defects that their manufacturer or authorized dealers cannot fix after multiple repair efforts. Even when these issues are covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, you don’t have unlimited time to act if you have a lemon vehicle. Knowing the California Lemon Law time limit to…

California’s Lemon Law requires manufacturers to buy back defective motor vehicles, or lemons. A vehicle typically qualifies as a lemon when it has significant defects covered by the manufacturer’s original warranty that the manufacturer has failed to repair after repeated attempts. If you own or lease a lemon, The Barry…

If your vehicle has been affected by the 2025 Hyundai recalls, you’re likely concerned about your car’s safety and reliability. While the recall issue should be repairable, that isn’t the case for every Hyundai Tucson or Santa Cruz. However, California’s Lemon Law may protect you if your recalled Hyundai has…

The Toyota RAV4 is one of the most popular compact crossover SUVs on the market. But owners have reported some ongoing issues with the 2025 model year – including stuttering transmissions, electrical glitches, and problems with engine performance. If you bought or leased a 2025 Toyota RAV4 that has severe…

The 2025 Toyota Camry is still a go-to midsize sedan for many people, but some drivers are already running into issues. While plenty of owners like the new look and hybrid setup, others continue to deal with problems that affect everyday driving, leading them to wonder how reliable the car…

Soon after you’ve purchased or leased a new car, you may experience engine misfires that can cause various problems, including failure to start, rough idling, poor acceleration, or loss of engine power. Engine misfires can result from design or manufacturing defects in various engine components. Although a vehicle’s manufacturer should…