Reliability according to ADAC
The ADAC breakdown statistics determine which cars are the most reliable and which have broken down most – a good help when buying a used car.
In the statistics for 2020, all the 3,756,226 breakdowns for which the German Yellow Angels had to move out in 2019 were recorded and evaluated. For a total of 113 models of 25 brands, there is enough data available that gives an objective picture of the reliability of the models.
We have sorted the available data by brand and model. Choose the carmaker you are interested in.
Reliability by Make
Source: ADAC
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Vehicle reliability according to TÜV Report
The ranking of car reliability according to the German organization TÜV is also a good guide when buying a used car. The TÜV Report includes the results of almost 9 million technical inspections in Germany. In addition to the percentage of failed attempts, it also monitors the average mileage. It says nothing about the care and maintenance that owners give to their cars. We have added a link to known recalls for each evaluated car.
TÜV Report 2023
TÜV Report 2022
- TÜV Report 2022 Index
- TÜV 2022 (2 – 3 years) – Year of production 2018 and 2019
- TÜV 2022 (4 – 5 years) – Year of production 2016 and 2017
- TÜV 2022 (6 – 7 years) – Year of production 2014 and 2015
- TÜV 2022 (8 – 9 years) – Year of production 2012 and 2013
- TÜV 2022 (10 – 11 years) – Year of production 2010 and 2011
TÜV Report 2021
- TÜV Report 2021 Index
- TÜV 2021 (2 – 3 years) – Year of production 2017 and 2018
- TÜV 2021 (4 – 5 years) – Year of production 2015 and 2016
- TÜV 2021 (6 – 7 years) – Year of production 2013 and 2014
- TÜV 2021 (8 – 9 years) – Year of production 2011 and 2012
- TÜV 2021 (10 – 11 years) – Year of production 2009 and 2010
Recent Recalls
The seat-belt retractors may not function properly, where the force limiter may allow the seat belt to extend more than intended. … .
The rear right seat belt retractor may malfunction. This can reduce the restraining effect of the belt, increasing the risk of … .
A faulty rubber hose may leak fuel which can reach hot parts of the vehicle and create a risk of fire. … .
