Ans: Indeed, as it is a machine. Any machine can go wrong. A carburetor will not support you for a lifetime. Do not expect that from it. Clogging or blockage of the internal parts of a carburetor is responsible for its downfall. However, if you pick a quality carburetor and use it well and maintain it properly, it can last many years without any problem. Indeed, as it is a machine. Any machine can go wrong. A carburetor will not support you for a lifetime. Do not expect that from it. Clogging or blockage of the internal parts of a carburetor is responsible for its downfall. However, if you pick a quality carburetor and use it well and maintain it properly, it can last many years without any problem.