I have had a couple Bernina's and never had a problem with them. I just bought a used Bernina 135 last week and have no qualms about it still being in good working condition --since I have never had a problem with a Bernina machine. Also, no matter what brand of machine someone has, sometimes problems develop due to the owner's errors--such as not ever oiling or cleaning them. I am a faithful believer in Bernina and don't know anyone who owns one that has had any troubles with their Berninas.