2018 Karma Revero: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2018 Karma Revero: 4 recalls, 0 owner complaints and up to 20 mpg combined.
Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags, Airbags Vehicle recall #18V114000 · 2018 · 94 vehicles
What's wrong: In the event of a crash, the side curtain/head protection air bags May partially detach from the inflator during air bag deployment, affecting the performance of the air bags. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 226, "ejection mitigation."
Why it matters: If the air bag are not fully connected to the inflator, the air bags May not inflate properly, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix: Karma will notify owners, and dealers will install new side curtain/head protection air bags that have an additional clamp on the air bag to secure it to the inflator, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 17, 2018.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #18V488000 · 2018 · 50 vehicles
What's wrong: The driver's side exterior rearview mirrors May be made with convex, not flat glass. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 111, "rearview mirrors."
Why it matters: When using the incorrect rearview mirrors, the driver May fail to realize how close a vehicle or object actually is, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Karma has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the driver side exterior rearview mirror, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 1, 2018.
Airbags, Airbags Vehicle recall #19V296000 · 2019 · 231 vehicles
What's wrong: In the event of a roll over crash, the side curtain/head protection air bags May not deploy as intended due to a rollover sensor system that is not enabled. The system also lacks an instrument cluster warning light and a description of the system in the owner's manual. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 226, "ejection mitigation."
Why it matters: If the side air bags do not deploy as intended in a roll over crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Karma will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing airbag control unit (acu) with a rollover enabled acu and the owners manual will be updated with the description of the system, free of charge. The recall began July 1, 2019.
Body & structure Vehicle recall #19V408000 · 2019 · 295 vehicles
What's wrong: The upper intrusion bar within the front left door May be split. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 214, "side impact protection."
Why it matters: The split metal May compromise the vehicle's strength reducing the side-impact protection and increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Karma will notify owners, and dealers will inspect all of the front doors and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 1, 2019.
Most-reported problems
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Karma Revero so far.
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo hybrid | Automatic (A1) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 21 | 20 | Premium Gas or Electricity |
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FAQ
Does the 2018 Karma Revero have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2018 Karma Revero. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2018 Karma Revero get?
EPA ratings run up to 20 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (A1)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2018 Karma Revero repair manual?
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