Totally agree with your post. We now drive computers, not just vehicles, so, they are going to have more issues than my 1972 Datsun 510. Todays cars have sensors, connectors, wiring harnesses and computers that are subjected to human error as well as the worst elements (weather).
Its worse than that - the engineering quality and the line checks have both gone down the toilet. Having a Toyota transmission that partially engages while in neutral or inadequate axle mounting bolts that shear off on the highway is like running with scissors and then wondering why they're in your chest when you fall. Don't even think about the full engine replacements on all Tundras to partially fix their multiple design issues. Or Nissan putting a ridiculously undersized CVT in their vehicles and then expressing surprise when they fail is just plain poor engineering. Toyota and the other Japanese competitors are no better than Ford in this regard, and may actually be worse. If you think GM is better, take a look at their engineering debacles of late, like all 2.7L owners getting a long-block due to pinholes in the slimmed-down castings. I drive a Ford and thank god that I don't own a GM or a Toyota.
No need for the list. My comparison was "older Toyota vehicles not the newer. The newest Toyota I have owned was 2014 4Runner and like I said no issues out of it or any of the older ones. You do make a couple good points and I do appreciate someone who does their research! I noticed a difference in recalls of the mentioned on newer Toyota's and newer Fords. Toyota recalls seem (except for the 2021 Rv4 Prime you mentioned) to be mechanical in nature, while most of Ford recalls seem to be software (especially our Mavericks) related. Not sure why that would be. That said, I really enjoy our Maverick Hybrid (wish I would have known the 25 would be available AWD Hybrid) and will keep it for a long time, as we do most vehicles. Reliability and dependability shows up well after many years and miles. The Toyota's I have passed to my kids have gone close to 300,000 and some have been sold off to buy newer ones. I hope they get the ones without issues! Thanks for your writeup, great info!
So why would you buy a Maverick if all these years you've had all this wonderous luck?
May have been like me and needed a vehicle to tow behind motorhome. Getting harder and harder each year to find a flat towable from any manufacturer. I have had many Toyota vehicles all dependable and with very few issues. These were all previous to 2015 (older models) but none of them (then and now) can be pulled behind a rig. Kind of strange, because Ford had bought the technology I think for the ecvt from Toyota. Maybe it is not the same "transmission". Edit: I had a 4 speed 1980 Toyota pickup (manual transfer case) that you could tow behind you and I'll bet about anything with manual transmission is towable.
Usually the software updates can be done in your driveway by Ford Mobile Service. Had the only 2 software recalls done at my home by them. Very convenient.
It would be great to have the option of a manual transmission. Stick it in neutral and go. Just as long as you don't loose the rear seal on the tranny while your towing. My brother-in-laws Miata suffered that fate.
Yeah, I would like a stick again. Also, easy to work on and inexpensive to repair compared to the automatics. Problem is, these kids could not master it I don't think. Imagine texting, and having to shift at same time! Hahaha. And working both feet while doing the above. Put headlight dimmer and starter button back on the floor and they would be toast!
It would help to cut down on car theft.
Simple, because the Maverick replaced both 18 and 15 year old vehicles. We are a 1 vehicle family, with the '2nd vehicle' being an electric golf cart .. Maverick fits in the carport where the CRV resided.
One of those recalls shows a total of two units were affected, which means one dealer screwed up I’m loving my 45 mile per gallon lariat Maverick and I had one recall for the tail light 2023 certainly the best vehicle I’ve ever bought for under 40k
