Source: American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) [download page]
Notes: Customer satisfaction with automobiles has dropped 3 points this year to an index of 79 on the ACSI’s 100-point scale, marking its third consecutive year of declines and the lowest rating since 2004 (also 79). In fact, just 2 of the 27 nameplates tracked (Honda Acura and BMW) improved their satisfaction rating from last year. The report traces the drop to higher recalls, with car owners reporting a 40% increase in recalls compared to Q2 2014. (more…)