Sorry about your problem. I have an (old to others) machine bought in 1997 new. It is a Janome MC9000 and I have sure put it to the test, never has needed repairs. I only had cleaned, etc. about three times and it runs like a gem. I also have a Baby Lock that weighs less to take to classes,etc. and it works fine. It has about 24 decorative stitches and stitches great.