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New study ranks Tesla as the least reliable EV brand

According to a dataset gathered by eCarsTrade, Tesla ranks first and second on the list of unreliable EVs, outperforming competitors only in how often issues occur.

Jason Weisberger
Jan 05, 2026
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Image: Tesla protest in Rocklin, CA, Mar, 1, 2025; Chris Allan / shutterstock.com

According to a dataset gathered by eCarsTrade, Tesla ranks first and second on the list of unreliable EVs, outperforming competitors only in how often issues occur. The spreadsheet aggregates reliability indicators across multiple models, painting a familiar picture: flashy…

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