Nobody wants to buy a new car and wind up spending their weekends at the mechanic. Some carmakers have started falling short of consumer expectations in 2026. With prices at an all-time high (and repair costs climbing with them), reliability is a must-have. Consumer Reports and J.D. Power have released their latest rankings, and a few brands are raising eyebrows for all the wrong reasons. These three car brands just aren’t able to keep up with what consumers want in their vehicles.
1. Rivian
