Instruct: Classify a review as either positive or negative.
Query: Problems with the Jar-Motor Connection in less than 1 year

I have enjoyed this blender for about 11 months, but suddenly the blade seized up and the rubber joint between the blade and motor shredded itself. A blender is a simple device that should last almost a lifetime, not less than a year. Both the Jar and the motor part are ruined and from what I can see here, lacking a year old receipt I have no chance of getting a free one. Looks like I'll be looking for a new blender from someone other than KitchenAid