Dependability Ratings by Brand
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2009 Vehicle Dependability Study
Ratings Factors
Company
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Overall Dependability: Taken from the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS), which looks at owner-reported problems in the first 3 years of new-vehicle ownership, this score is based on problems that have caused a complete breakdown or malfunction of any component, feature, or item (i.e., components that stop working or trim pieces that break or come loose). Powertrain Dependability: Taken from the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS), which looks at owner-reported problems in the first 3 years of new-vehicle ownership, this score is based on problems with the engine or transmission as well as problems that affect the driving experience (i.e., vehicle/brakes pull, abnormal noises or vibrations) only. Body & Interior Dependability: Taken from the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS), which looks at owner-reported problems in the first 3 years of new-vehicle ownership, this score is based on problems with wind noise, water leaks, poor interior fit/finish, paint imperfection, and squeaks/rattles. Features & Accessories Dependability: Taken from the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS), which looks at owner-reported problems in the first 3 years of new-vehicle ownership, this score is based on problems with the seats, windshield wipers, navigation system, rear-seat entertainment system, heater, air conditioner, stereo system, sunroof and trip computer. |
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Suzuki




Volkswagen




Land Rover




Isuzu




Mazda




SAAB




Scion




HUMMER




Jeep




Pontiac




Kia




Saturn




MINI




Dodge




Nissan




Volvo




Chevrolet




Mitsubishi




Mercedes-Benz




GMC




BMW




Chrysler




Subaru




Hyundai




Audi




Ford




Porsche




Cadillac




Honda




Lincoln




Acura




Infiniti




Mercury




Toyota




Lexus




Buick




Jaguar






