Used Mazda CX-30 Buying Guide: Skyactiv, vs CX-5, Recalls by VIN
2020-on CX-30 sizing versus CX-5, Skyactiv NA vs turbo notes, and the NHTSA brake, EVAP, liftgate, ABS, and camera campaigns to clear by VIN.
Used Subaru Legacy Buying Guide: BN/BW vs BT, EyeSight, CVT Recalls
How BN/BW and BT Legacy sedans differ, which NHTSA CVT and fuel-pump recalls to clear by VIN, and what to verify on EyeSight, AWD, and history reports.
Lien Release Before You Buy: Clear Title Checklist
Getting a lender lien release before funds leave, California REG 166 limits, payoff closings, and why a report flag is not enough by itself.
NHTSA Complaints Before You Buy: SaferCar Screen Tips
How to pull NHTSA complaints by year, make, and model, read component clusters, and pair them with recalls and a full vehicle history report.
Lemon History on Vehicle Reports: Buyback Flags Explained
How manufacturer buyback and lemon labels appear on reports, state title brand quirks, residual warranty limits, and what to demand before you pay.
TSB vs Recall on a Used Car: Who Pays and How to Check
Safety recalls versus technical service bulletins, who pays for each, how NHTSA filing rules differ, and what history reports usually show.
Used Subaru Impreza Buying Guide: 2017-2023 vs 2024 Hatch, Recalls
Fifth-gen versus sixth-gen Impreza body styles, engines, and EyeSight availability, the NHTSA recalls to clear by VIN, and history checks on a cheap AWD compact.
Used Genesis G70 Buying Guide: 2.0T vs 2.5T vs 3.3T, Recalls, Warranty
Which G70 engine to buy, the NHTSA fire and fuel pump recalls to clear by VIN, and why the 10-year powertrain warranty usually stops with the first owner.
Used GMC Canyon Buying Guide: 2015-2022 vs 2023-On, Recalls by VIN
Second-gen versus third-gen Canyon engines, cabs, and Elevation, AT4, and Denali trims, the NHTSA recalls to clear by VIN, and history checks for work trucks.
Used Kia K5 Buying Guide: 1.6T vs 2.5 vs GT, Recalls, Warranty
How 2021-on K5 trims and engines differ, which NHTSA fuel, transmission, and air bag recalls to clear by VIN, and why the 10-year powertrain warranty may not transfer.
