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The 2014 Ford Escape has a lot of problems. Under the hood you’ll find oil leaks, antifreeze leaks, and frayed shift cables. In the body, you’ve got loose door latches and exploding...

The 2014 Toyota Corolla has earned excellent crash test scores from both the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, and delivers up to 42 mph on...

The 2014 Honda Accord holds a Top Safety Pick+ award with the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, and a five-star overall rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The car is...

Despite some excellent safety ratings, the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado might not be the best choice for a used full-size truck, based simply on the fact that it has so many recalls, complaints, and...

Despite some scary-sounding problems like fuel leaks and shaking transmission, the 2014 Toyota Camry is one of the safest and most dependable cars on the road today. Just keep an eye out for chewed...

2014 was another solid year for full-size pickup trucks, with the Ram making its way into the top three for the first time in years. As usual, we see strong numbers for Honda and Toyota compacts and...

The 2014 Volkswagen Jetta lasts around 250,000 miles with only minor engine sensor and door latch issues. At $7,600 to $13,575, it’s a bargain for an entry-level German car with a nice interior....

The 2014 Kia Optima only lasts around 150,000 miles with serious engine failures and gasoline leaks. At $10,475 to $12,675 it’s cheap, but not worth buying since you’ll spend a fortune keeping it...

The 2014 Toyota Tacoma lasts around 350,000 miles with only minor interior and oil consumption issues. At $14,375 to $23,600, it’s expensive, but worth it for the best compact truck on the market....

The 2014 Toyota Highlander lasts over 300,000 miles with only minor navigation system & A/C issues. At $17,175 to $22,400, it’s slightly more expensive than other midsize SUVs, but worth it for...

The 2014 Kia Soul only lasts around 150,000 miles with serious engine failures and electrical issues. At $9,625 to $11,750 it’s cheap, but still a terrible value when replacing the engine will cost...

The 2014 BMW 3 Series lasts around 250,000 miles with only minor sunroof and parking lamp issues. At $12,500 to $17,125, it’s a great value for an entry-level luxury car offering a fun driving...

The 2014 Nissan Versa only lasts around 150,000 miles with severe transmission and engine problems. At $6,550 to $7,125, it’s cheap, but still not worth the money when transmission failures will cost...

The 2014 Subaru Outback only lasts around 150,000 miles with serious engine and transmission problems. At $12,575 to $16,025 it’s cheaper than average, but not worth the money when you’ll spend...

The 2014 Chrysler Town & Country lasts around 200,000 miles with average oil and computer problems. At $11,025 to $13,300 it’s a great value for a luxurious minivan, but be prepared for some high...

The 2014 Toyota Prius lasts over 250,000 miles with only minor brake and air conditioning system issues. At $16,375 to $17,250, it’s expensive, but worth the money for the outstanding reliability...

The 2014 Ford Focus only lasts around 150,000 miles with a lot of serious transmission and engine problems. At $6,775 to $13,225, it’s cheap, but not worth buying when there are so many expensive...

The 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan lasts around 200,000 miles with some average engine and A/C problems. At $10,475 to $11,350, it’s cheaper than other minivans, but ownership costs get higher as it gets...

The 2014 Toyota Sienna lasts over 300,000 miles with only some minor speedometer and automatic door issues. At $14,275 to $18,100, it’s expensive, but worth the money for the best minivan from 2014....

The 2014 Honda Odyssey lasts over 250,000 miles with some minor transmission software and brake rotor issues. At $13,500 to $17,650, the Odyssey is a good value for a well-made minivan designed to fit...

The 2014 Toyota Tundra lasts over 350,000 miles with only minor door lock and brake rotor issues. At $17,175 to $30,450, it’s pricey, but worth the money for an extremely dependable truck....

The 2014 Chrysler 200 lasts around 200,000 miles with some average computer and wheel bearing issues. At $8,425 to $12,650, it’s cheaper than other midsize cars, making it a decent choice for...

The 2014 Ford Edge lasts around 200,000 miles with some minor door sensor and stereo system issues. At $10,900 to $16,450, it’s cheaper than other midsize SUVs, making it a great value....

The 2014 Honda Pilot lasts around 300,000 miles with only relatively minor paint and spark plug issues. At $14,200 to $17,700, it’s a great bargain for a dependable midsize SUV with enough space for a...

The 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe lasts around 150,000 miles with serious engine and brake system problems. At $11,975 to $14,200 it’s cheaper than competitors, yet still not worth the money when it will cost...

The 2014 Lexus RX lasts over 300,000 miles with only minor fuel pump and paint issues reported. At $19,125 to $22,800, it’s an excellent value for an entry-level luxury SUV that’s built to last....

The 2014 GMC Terrain only lasts around 150,000 miles with severe engine and transmission problems. At $11,350 to $14,325, it’s cheap, yet still not worth the money since it suffers from frequent...

The 2014 Mazda3 lasts around 250,000 miles with only minor brake and touchscreen issues. At $10,425 to $14,575, it’s a great value for a reliable compact car with a high-quality interior....

The 2014 Chevrolet Traverse lasts around 200,000 miles with some serious electrical and transmission issues. At $14,320 to $16,110, it’s cheap, but not really worth it when the same parts fail...

The 2014 Kia Sorento only lasts around 120,000 miles with serious engine failures and electrical issues. At $14,116 to $15,541, it’s cheaper than average, yet not worth it when there could be engine...

The 2014 Chevy Equinox offers decent fuel economy, high safety ratings, and improved refinement. However, the midsize crossover also has a few potential problems, including failing windshield wipers...

The 2014 Buick Enclave is an affordable three-row family hauler with luxurious amenities. However, the NHTSA has posted six recalls with issues including electric shorts, engine stall, exploding...

For the 2014 model year, the Kia Sorento’s engine options stood out from the competition, with a V6 boasting 290 horsepower. However, severe engine and airbag problems leading to expensive overhauls...

Toyota’s 2014 FJ Cruiser boasts fantastic reliability, with just five recalls and 20 complaints registered with the NHTSA. Diving deeper, the most series problems concern the steering and...

The 2014 Jeep Compass is a compact crossover SUV that became a popular choice in its class, but not without some issues, especially regarding safety and reliability. Common problems include...

The 2014 Focus is an affordable compact car with a Kelley Blue Book fair market range of $8,092 to $10,245. However, it does not come highly recommended by owners, who have reported countless problems...

The 2014 Ford Focus is a popular and affordable compact car. But it has a troublesome dual-clutch transmission, serious safety problems with doors not latching properly, and electronic issues that...

The 2014 model year was a more problematic one for the Chevy Cruze, more so than 2013 and 2015 editions. Vehicle stalls, malfunctioning turn signals, and overheating engines make the 2014 Cruze fall...

The 2014 Lincoln MKT was a finalist for U.S. News‘ ‘Best Luxury Three-row Midsize SUV’ award. However, it is not problem-free and has a handful of recalls over issues with sunroofs...

When driving a Jeep Wrangler, you generally accept that you’re going to have a few more mechanical problems than the next SUV driver. But, the 2014 Wrangler isn’t too bad in this regard,...

The 2014 Honda Civic was the first of the ninth generation, so it had a few first-year bugs to work out, but not as many as you’d think. The biggest problem you’re likely to have simply...

The Corolla is Toyota’s star compact car with class-leading efficiency. However, aging models from 2010-2014 are subject to safety-related problems, while some newer model years may experience...

Back by popular demand, the fifth-generation Jeep Cherokee returned for 2014. Unfortunately, the compact SUV stumbled out of the gate with costly powertrain problems, making earlier years some of the...

Hyundai’s first-ever SUV enjoyed early success as a budget-friendly, reliable vehicle with limited problems and an expected lifespan of 150,000 to 200,000 miles or more. But in later years, the...

Few midsize SUVs are as reliable as the Toyota 4Runner. However, models from 2010 to 2017 have serious airbag problems that can leave passengers at risk. Compared to rivals, though, the 4Runner looks...

The midsize Santa Fe is one of Hyundai’s best-selling models, much thanks to the SUV’s reliable track record. However, late second-generation Santa Fes struggle with engine failure, and...

Both new and old Kia Forte models face serious problems, with the 2012 to 2015 models being the worst. While newer Forte models are less problematic, there are more bad years than good, as they also...

It’s difficult to find a Volkswagen Tiguan with more than 100 complaints listed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Difficult, but not impossible, as the 2012 and 2018...

While newer Chevy Traverse models are mostly reliable, early first-generation units have engines known to fail at an average of just 100,000 miles. Even more common, steering complaints make owning...

Though 2013 was a low point for reliability, the Hyundai Elantra is a solid choice for those looking for a dependable vehicle.