Top models by segment in J.D. Power's annual auto dependability study

J.D. Power on Wednesday released its annual ranking of vehicle dependability. The rankings are based on problems per vehicle as reported by owners of 2012 model year cars and trucks.

Here are the most dependable models by segment.

SMALL CAR: Scion xD

COMPACT CAR: Toyota Corolla

COMPACT PREMIUM CAR: Lexus ES

COMPACT SPORTY CAR: Scion tC

MIDSIZE CAR: Chevrolet Malibu

MIDSIZE PREMIUM CAR: Mercedes-Benz E-Class

MIDSIZE SPORTY CAR: Chevrolet Camaro

LARGE CAR: Buick LaCrosse

SMALL SUV: Kia Sportage

COMPACT SUV: GMC Terrain

COMPACT PREMIUM SUV: Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class

COMPACT WAGON: Scion xB

MINIVAN: Toyota Sienna

MIDSIZE SUV: Nissan Murano

MIDSIZE PREMIUM SUV: Lexus GX

LARGE SUV: GMC Yukon

MIDSIZE PICKUP: Honda Ridgeline

LARGE PICKUP: GMC Sierra

LARGE HEAVY DUTY PICKUP: Chevrolet Silverado HD

Source: J.D. Power