Dependability Ratings by Category
2009 Vehicle Dependability Study
Compact Multi Activity Vehicle

Award Recipient
2006 Honda Element



Ratings Factors
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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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2006 Honda Element
Award Recipient
Award Recipient




2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser




2006 Honda CR-V




2006 Mercury Mariner




2006 Mitsubishi Outlander




2006 Chevrolet Equinox




2006 Chevrolet HHR




2006 Ford Escape




2006 Hyundai Tucson




2006 Jeep Liberty




2006 Jeep Wrangler




2006 Mazda Tribute




2006 Pontiac Torrent




2006 Saturn VUE




2006 Scion xB




2006 Subaru Forester




2006 Toyota RAV4




2006 Kia Sportage




2006 Nissan Xterra




2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara




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