There are lemons with every machine. I've had mine since they came out and it's been perfect since I got it. I did break the thread uptake lever thingy, which resulted in skipping stitches, but I got that fixed and now it sews great again. Besides that, all of my other problems have been "user error" so far LOL. Just got to remember to oil the wick once in awhile and clean the bobbin area, and she's been fine.