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Originally Posted by ssyd
I've owned 3 VWs and 2 GM trucks. I have never had to call a tow truck. I guess that's my benchmark for reliability.
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I have never had to call a tow truck either, but I don't consider a vehicle reliable, if the crank seal leaks, or the pinion or axle seals leak, or the 4x4 solenoid won't engage, or the front hubs won't lock, clutch and release bearing fail,or the front seat breaks so I have to prop it up by placing a plastic crate behind it to get it to the dealer, or the gauges stop functioning, heater fan quits,or if I have to get in and out through the passenger door because the driver's side lock can't be released. All of these things happened to my Ford and GM vehicles, before the warranty had even expired. The pinion and axes seals, and the 4x4 solenoid issue happened to multiple GM vehicles. To me, reliable is no parts failures, just routine oil and filter services, tires and consumables.