Eduardo Zepeda
Vehicle History Writer
About
Eduardo Zepeda is an auto journalist and sometimes mechanic. Eduardo's been a petrolhead since he was a kid playing with toy cars and obsessing over anything related to cars and motorsports. Thirty-some years later, that hasn't changed much.
Eduardo loves to travel with his wife and dogs in his motorhome. For the last nine years, he's been writing and publishing high-quality content on different industries, including automotive and industrial manufacturing. He's contributed to Hot Cars, Supercars, Mustang Specs, and Good Car Bad Car, among others.
About
Eduardo Zepeda is an auto journalist and sometimes mechanic. Eduardo's been a petrolhead since he was a kid playing with toy cars and obsessing over anything related to cars and motorsports. Thirty-some years later, that hasn't changed much.
Eduardo loves to travel with his wife and dogs in his motorhome. For the last nine years, he's been writing and publishing high-quality content on different industries, including automotive and industrial manufacturing. He's contributed to Hot Cars, Supercars, Mustang Specs, and Good Car Bad Car, among others.
Articles
The 2016 Jeep Compass is a popular compact crossover SUV that has a fair share of reliability concerns. Common problems include engines stalling, transmissions overheating, and malfunctioning...
May 11, 2022
The 2015 Toyota RAV4 is an SUV with a well-deserved reputation for quality. However, this model year has a few problems, mostly with the transmission. Owner complaints cover torque converter issues,...
May 10, 2022
The 2015 GMC Terrain has a good reliability record as a compact crossover SUV in its seven years on the market. Still, it hasn’t been without some problems. The most common failures include...
May 10, 2022
The 2017 Hyundai Tucson has plenty to offer, thanks to its advanced safety features. However, the compact SUV has some reliability problems, including a flawed transmission with stuttering, early...
May 9, 2022
The 2006 Honda Odyssey minivan has a reasonable number of problems for a vehicle of its age. Its recalls cover fuel pump and brake issues and incorrect information in the owner’s manual....
May 5, 2022
The 2017 GMC Terrain has been a very reliable SUV without significant issues in its time on the market. However, like most vehicles, it has its share of issues. These include low oil pressure caused...
May 4, 2022
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...
Apr 29, 2022
Buick’s subcompact Encore ranks among the best in its class thanks to solid reliability and safety ratings. However, the SUV has seen some engine problems, as well as safety issues involving...
Apr 28, 2022
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...
Apr 28, 2022
The Kia Soul is usually a solid, reliable SUV. Still, the 2016 model has experienced several mechanical faults, including potential vehicle rollaway, engine failures with high repair costs, and a host...
Apr 27, 2022
With zero recalls and just around 90 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration complaints, the 2019 Sorento seems to be a reliable midsize SUV that packs plenty of comfort and safety. Still,...
Apr 26, 2022
The 2018 Cruze is a reputable compact sedan with just a handful of recalls and few registered complaints. However, there are reported problems with the Cruze’s powertrain, which accounts for...
Apr 21, 2022
BMW’s 2015 X5 has two airbag-related recalls and an open investigation for a defective airbag inflator. It also has complaints and recalls about engine problems caused by a faulty fuel system,...
Apr 20, 2022
Most problems in the 2013 GMC Terrain relate to the engine, with some owners complaining of excessive oil consumption and leaks that can result in the engine stalling or making knocking sounds....
Apr 18, 2022
The RAV4 is an SUV with a well-deserved reputation for quality. However, the 2015 model year has a few problems, mostly transmission-related. Owner complaints also cover torque converter issues,...
Apr 1, 2022
The third-generation Challenger (2008-present) is a reliable car with a solid engine lineup. However, it’s known for its automatic transmission problems. Many consumer complaints and threads on...
Mar 31, 2022
Though overall dependable, the 2007 CR-V’s concerning safety issues resulted in many consumer complaints over faulty airbags and malfunctioning door locks. The compact SUV also has 11 recalls,...
Mar 30, 2022
Jeep’s 2019 Grand Cherokee’s less thirsty engine is the turbodiesel 3.0L V6 that delivers 24 mpg combined. While the supercharged 6.2L V8 from the Trackhawk model drops efficiency to 13...
Mar 24, 2022
Hyundai’s 2019 Sonata sedan offers five engine options. Drivers seeking the best fuel efficiency should opt for the hybrid’s 46 mpg, or the 99 mpge (electric + gas) from the plug-in...
Mar 24, 2022
While the Honda Pilot is mostly reliable, several model years from the SUV’s second and third generation have powertrain issues mainly related to the transmission and engine. Airbag complaints...
Mar 11, 2022
Despite questionable reliability in the car’s fourth and fifth generations, the midsize Altima remains one of Nissan’s best-selling models. Just be wary of the sedan’s worst years,...
Mar 11, 2022
Chevy’s Tahoe has a reputation as a long-lasting SUV that could reach over 200k miles. However, some model years were plagued with recalls and complaints. The most notable problems include...
Mar 4, 2022
The Forte is a safe and reliable daily driver, but 2013 and 2014 were not its best years. Issues include engine knocking, fire hazards, and failing emissions tests, plus investigations over airbags...
Feb 28, 2022
Toyota’s Highlander is a durable and versatile midsize SUV. Despite having several recalls and complaints for the 2010 to 2021 models over fuel system and electrical problems, the sport utility...
Feb 9, 2022
2013 Civic’s three-engine lineup includes two highly efficient commuter-inspired options. Plus, there’s a performance-focused motor. The 1.8L inline-four is available in gas or natural gas...
Feb 9, 2022