although Tesla Always at the forefront of electric vehicle manufacturing, Consumer Reports Reliability in 2021 PollsThe report released on Thursday listed Tesla’s cars as one of the most unreliable cars on the market.
Reliability ratings show that the vehicle remains in good condition over time and the likelihood of vehicle problems or repairs causing inconvenience to the owner. The survey relies on data collected from members of Consumer Reports on their experience with more than 300,000 cars.
Tesla Rank Ranked 27th among the 28 car brands ranked bottom three, Lexus, Mazda and Toyota ranked the top three. Tesla’s Model Y, Model X and Model S are all ranked in the top three. Report There is a problem with body hardware, and the reliability score is lower than average.
Model Y has problems with tailgate and door alignment and paint defects. According to reports, Model X and Model S also have problems with the climate system and in-car electronic equipment. However, Model 3 has an average reliability score.
according to NBC Finance ChannelJake Fisher, senior director of automotive testing at Consumer Reports, also reported that Model Y owners also reported heat pumps, air conditioners, misaligned body panels, and missing seals that caused water leakage in the trunk.
Tesla “will replace major components, suppliers or sensors, and other units [often]The more you change, the greater the possibility of problems,” Fisher explained.
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In general, the survey shows that hybrid and plug-in vehicles are the most reliable models, but all-electric vehicles are the least reliable models. The problems of electric vehicles listed by users usually involve climate control, in-vehicle electronic equipment and power equipment. It is worth noting that the power systems of these vehicles, including engines, gearboxes and transmission systems, are not one of the main problems reported by users.
“for [electric vehicle] Introduction, there is a trend just to add so many unnecessary technologies,” Fisher said, but added, “There is no reason that all-electric cars cannot be as reliable as traditional internal combustion engine cars, or even more reliable.That’s it [automakers] Implement this technology. “
