A total of 10.2 million cars passed through the hands of TÜV technicians in the period from July 2023 to June 2024. Of these, the test room selected 228 models, which it then divided into six categories according to age. Today we will focus on those in which the technicians often found a serious problem during the inspection, and therefore failed the technical inspection at least the first time.
Every fifth car, 20.6% to be exact, passed the technical inspection conducted by the German TÜV testing organization with failure. Compared to last year’s result, this is a slight decline.
The number of minor defects found also increased from 11.2 to 11.5 percent – these do not affect the ranking order, as they do not affect the record position of a successfully completed study .
However, the older the car, the greater the chance that some major defects will eventually appear during the technical inspection: while 6.4 percent of cars failed the inspection among cars two to three years old, in the category of 12- to 13-year-old cars it was already at 28.1 percent.
“The number of defects is increasing for the third time in a row, and at the same time the proportion of vehicles that come to the technical inspection in perfect condition is also decreasing,” says k this year’s results executive director of the association TÜV Joachim Bühler. If there is a more serious defect, the owner of the car has four weeks to repair it, after which he has to come to the station several times.
However, if a dangerous fault is found, the car must not go straight to the service center. About 160,000 of these came to the TÜV test room for inspection. However, around 15,000 vehicles were banned from driving on the spot. The main causes included broken brake lines, blocked steering or missing supporting parts.
In this year’s TÜV rating, the electric car Tesla Model 3 performed very poorly, showing the highest number of serious defects twice. “Out of 111 cars tested in the category under three years, with 14.2 percent of serious defects, the Model 3 Tesla is in last place,” said TÜV, adding that this car finished last in the category under five years.
| Age | Model | The number of serious defects |
| 2-3 years | Tesla model 3 | 14.2% |
| Ford Mondeo | 13.2% | |
| Shame on you Scala | 11.8% | |
| 4-5 let | Tesla model 3 | 19.7% |
| Volkswagen Sharan | 17.7% | |
| BMW 5/6 series | 17.7% | |
| 6-7 let | Dacia Docker | 26.5% |
| Dacia Duster | 24.3% | |
| BMW 5/6 series | 23.6% | |
| 8-9 let | Dacia Docker | 30.9% |
| Dacia Duster | 29.7% | |
| Dacia Sandero | 28.6% | |
| 10-11 let | Dacia Logan | 39.6% |
| Dacia Duster | 34.1% | |
| Renault Twingo | 33.0% | |
| 12-13 let | Renault Twingo | 41.5% |
| Dacia Logan | 41.0% | |
| Renault Clio | 39.8% |
The inconsistent result can be partly explained by the fact that Teslas usually show a much higher number on the odometer than is common for a certain age: cars between two and three years old have an average of 53 thousand kilometers in the records test, and the average for the whole department is 42 thousand. For Teslas four to five years old, it is even 74,000 compared to the average of 62,000.
According to Joachim Bühler, however, the Model 3’s poor results cannot be excused even with high mileage. “In addition to defects on the brakes and axles, the Model 3 also has a certain number of defects in the lighting. This, among other things, also indicates deficiencies in maintenance,” said the expert .
So the suspicion that the poor results of individual models could be the result of the effort to save on servicing is also relevant this year. According to Bühler, car maintenance and care often suffer from the owners’ difficult economic situation. This would also explain why cheap Dacias are at the top of the list of cars with the most problems, while expensive cars like Porsche are usually among the winners.
The Romanian manufacturer is the most represented in the ranking, but the third place for the Škoda Scala among the youngest cars is a surprise. The same result, but in two categories, there is no doubt that the BMW 5 and 6 series would be happy to forgive themselves The Munich automaker is also the only major brand on the list of the biggest problems.
2024-11-25 04:40:00
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## Open-ended Discussion Questions: Tesla Model 3’s Poor Ranking in TÜV Report
This article highlights the surprisingly poor performance of the Tesla Model 3 in the 2024 TÜV report, sparking discussion about reliability, maintenance, and cost-effectiveness.
**I. Reliability and Quality:**
* Considering Tesla’s reputation for innovation and technology, how surprising is the Model 3’s low ranking in terms of serious defects? What factors might contribute to this result?
* Do you think the Model 3’s high mileage compared to other cars in its age group can fully explain the discrepancy in defect rates? Why or why not?
* What specific issues, beyond brake and axle problems, might contribute to the Tesla Model 3’s deficiencies, particularly in lighting as mentioned by the expert?
**II. Maintenance and Ownership Costs:**
* The article suggests a link between owners’ financial situations and car maintenance. Do you believe that neglecting maintenance is a primary factor in the Model 3’s poor performance, or are there other contributing factors?
* How does the cost of ownership, including maintenance and repairs, compare for a Tesla Model 3 versus traditional gasoline-powered cars? Does this discrepancy play a role in maintenance choices?
* Can Tesla take steps to improve the Model 3’s reliability and potentially reduce maintenance costs for owners? If so, what measures could they take?
**III. Broadening the Perspective:**
* Dacia consistently displays top rankings for defects. Does this necessarily mean they are unreliable cars, or could other factors contribute to this result, such as targeted market segment and price point?
* The article mentions BMW’s consistently good performance. What factors might contribute to their high ranking? Is it tied to manufacturing quality, brand reputation, or owner demographics and their typical maintenance practices?
* How can reports like the TÜV ranking influence consumer choices? Do you think these rankings accurately reflect the overall quality and reliability of a car brand, or are they only a snapshot in time?
**IV. Future Outlook:**
* How do you see the electric vehicle market evolving in terms of reliability and quality as technology matures?
* Will the competition among electric vehicle manufacturers drive improvements in quality control and maintenance practices? Why or why not?
* Do you think that independent reports like this one will continue to play a vital role in informing consumers about the pros and cons of electric vehicles?
