2018 Karma Revero recalls and problems
The 2018 Karma Revero has 4 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Karma dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2018 Karma Revero vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2018 Karma Revero recalls
Recall 19V-408: Structure
Problem: Karma Automotive (Karma) is recalling certain 2018 Karma Revero vehicles. 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."
Risk: The split metal may compromise the vehicle's strength reducing the side-impact protection and increasing the risk of injury.
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. Owners may contact Karma customer service at 1-855-288-6109. Karma's number for this recall is RC-19-70-01.
Recall 19V-296: Air Bags
Problem: Karma Automotive (Karma) is recalling certain 2018 Karma Revero vehicles. 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."
Risk: If the side air bags do not deploy as intended in a roll over crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
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. Owners may contact Karma customer service at 1-855-288-6109. Karma's number for this recall is RC-19-84-01.
Recall 18V-488: Visibility
Problem: Karma Automotive LLC (Karma) is recalling certain 2018 Karma Revero vehicles. 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."
Risk: 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.
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. Owners may contact Karma customer service at 1-855-288-6109. Karma's number for this recall is RC-18-78-01.
Recall 18V-114: Air Bags
Problem: Karma Automotive LLC (Karma) is recalling certain 2018 Revero vehicles. 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."
Risk: 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.
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. Owners may contact Karma customer service at 1-855-288-6109. Karma's number for this recall is RC-18-84-01.
Other Karma Revero years
No other model years have data.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2018 Karma Revero have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2018 Karma Revero: 19V-408 (structure), 19V-296 (air bags), 18V-488 (visibility), 18V-114 (air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Karma recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Karma dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.