Here you go, in case you want to know;In-dash electronics have been a sore spot on all automotive quality surveys for the past several years, as automakers rushed to add voice commands, smartphone integration and other software that often didn’t work as advertised. Consumer Reports highlighted three systems—AcuraLink, Cadillac’s CUE, and Infiniti’s InTouch—as particularly difficult.The larger surprise in this year’s report was widespread trouble with more complex transmissions—from the 9-speed automatic in the Jeep Cherokee to new versions of the continuously variable transmission in the redesigned Nissan Pathfinder and Altima. Issues include rough shifting, major repair work and even getting stalled in traffic. 4951
In general, they are exceptionally reliable cars. Certain parts, though, particularly ones that move or get stressed over time have a finite life expectancy. It would be inconvenient and/or time consuming for customers to have to order these said parts and have them manufactured. Hence they decided to stock them in parts departments. 4951