Hyundai Earns Top Ranking with Lowest Average Repair Costs

Hyundai has been named the number one manufacturer in CarMD's Vehicle Index Manufacturer & Vehicle Reliability Rankings, recognized for its leadership in vehicle dependability and lowest average repair costs. The company's commitment to designing vehicles with strong durability and quality has resulted in lower repair frequency among its owners. Hyundai's exceptional customer service and owner satisfaction are backed by the Hyundai Assurance program, which provides peace of mind to its owners.

Key Takeaways:

• Hyundai earned the top spot in the 2015 CarMD Vehicle Health Index due to its lower than average repair costs and very low repair frequency.
• Hyundai owners had fewer trips to the repair shop compared to other automakers.
• The Hyundai Assurance program, which includes a 5-year/60,000-mile warranty, 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty, and complimentary Roadside Assistance, provides peace of mind to its owners.
• Hyundai's vehicle dependability is reflected in its ranking as number one in the CarMD Index among 3,800 different models built over the last 20 years.
• The CarMD Index ranks the top 10 manufacturers, top 100 vehicles, and common repairs by vehicle make.
• Hyundai's Blue Link Connected Care provides proactive safety and car care services to owners of Hyundai models equipped with the Blue Link telematics system for one year with enrollment.
• The services include Automatic Collision Notification, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Vehicle Diagnostic Alert, Monthly Vehicle Health Report, and In-Vehicle Service Scheduling.

Statistics:

• 3,800 different models were analyzed in the CarMD Index.
• 251,000 reported occurrences were analyzed by CarMD between October 1, 2014, and September 30, 2015.
• Hyundai's repair frequency is significantly lower than its competitors, including Toyota, Honda, Ford, Chrysler, Kia, General Motors, Mazda, Nissan, and Volkswagen.
• The Hyundai Assurance program covers 5-year/60,000-mile warranty, 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty, and 5 years of complimentary Roadside Assistance.

Sources:

• "Hyundai Earns Top Spot in CarMD Vehicle Health Index" (2015)
• CarMD (based in Irvine, Calif.)
• Hyundai Motor America (HEADQUARTERED IN FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif.)
• CarMD's Vehicle Health Index™ report
• Hyundai Assurance program information on automotive news websites
• Hyundai Motor America news release on PR Newswire