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Avoid the 2014 and 2016 Mazda CX-5. See Frank's year-by-year reliability ratings, repair costs, and which CX-5 models are actually worth buying used.

The 2003, 2008, 2013, and 2014 Honda Accord have the worst reliability records. See Frank's year-by-year verdict with repair costs before you buy.

Ford Edge years to avoid include 2007, 2008, 2011, and 2012. Learn which model years have transmission failures, PTU leaks, and which years are safe to buy.

Avoid the 2013-2014 Ford Escape with the 1.6L EcoBoost — fire risk from coolant leaks. See which years are safe and Frank's top picks for used buyers.

Ford Escape best and worst years ranked by generation and engine. 1.6L EcoBoost data, repair costs, and Frank's top picks for used compact SUV buyers.

Jeep Grand Cherokee best and worst years ranked by generation. TIPM data, engine options, and Frank's top picks for used mid-size SUV buyers.

Toyota RAV4 best and worst years ranked by reliability data. Which RAV4 generations to buy, which to avoid, and what to pay. Frank's data-driven picks.

Ford Explorer best and worst years ranked by generation. EcoBoost vs V6 vs hybrid data, repair costs, and Frank's top picks for used midsize SUV buyers.

Avoid the 2003, 2005, and 2016 Honda Pilot. See Frank's data-backed ratings for every model year, repair costs, NHTSA recalls, and best years to buy used.

Avoid the 2015-2017 Chevy Trax. See which years have 1.4L turbo failure, transmission shudder, and which late Gen1 and Gen2 models are worth buying used.

Chevy Silverado 1500 best and worst years ranked. Engine options, transmission reliability, and recommended years for used truck buyers. Frank's picks.

Nissan Rogue best and worst years ranked by generation. CVT failure rate data, repair costs, and Frank's top picks for used compact SUV buyers.