2025 Reliability Rankings: The 5 Least Reliable Cars of the Year Revealed
Owning one of these vehicles could mean a costly gamble, despite their popularity and advanced technology. Here’s the proof.
The following list is based on the annual Consumer Reports reliability study, which gathers feedback from thousands of vehicle owners to identify the most common complaints and defects. Each car receives a score out of 100 — the lower the number, the less reliable the model.
For 2025, the bottom five include both hybrids and traditional gas-powered vehicles — even from major American automakers.
#5 — Jeep Grand Cherokee / Grand Cherokee L
Reliability score: 22/100
One of Jeep’s most popular SUVs lands in the bottom five this year. Owners report frequent issues with:
- Heating and ventilation systems
- Brakes
- Suspension components
- Engine electronics
These problems are seen across both the standard and the longer Grand Cherokee L versions.
#4 — Ford Escape Hybrid
Reliability score: 21/100
This hybrid crossover has drawn numerous complaints about:
- Battery and electrical issues
- Brake system problems
- Fluid leaks
Ford has issued five recall campaigns over the past few years to address these recurring defects.
#3 — Rivian R1T
Reliability score: 20/100
The electric pickup from Rivian, though innovative, has been plagued by a variety of technical troubles, including:
- Charging system malfunctions
- Battery reliability
- HVAC (heating and cooling) failures
- Brake and body hardware issues
- Electronics integration flaws
Owners also point to inconsistent build quality and unfinished fit-and-finish for a truck in this price range.
#2 — Chevrolet Colorado / GMC Canyon
Reliability score: 15/100
These mechanically identical midsize pickups share not only design and powertrains but also a long list of reliability headaches:
- Engine and transmission issues
- Electrical system faults
- Fluid leaks
- Poor interior and exterior craftsmanship
#1 — Ford F-150 Hybrid
Reliability score: 7/100
For the third consecutive year, the hybrid version of America’s best-selling truck tops the list as the least reliable vehicle on the road. Owners most often cite:
- Underperforming battery system
- Transmission failures
- Faulty climate control
- Persistent electrical and accessory malfunctions
Despite its popularity and innovation, the F-150 Hybrid continues to disappoint when it comes to long-term dependability.
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