2019 Karma Revero

Introduction

The 2019 Karma Revero is a luxury plug-in hybrid sedan that combines a 1.5-liter turbocharged three-cylinder gasoline engine with two electric motors for a total of 536 horsepower and 540 lb-ft of torque. It has a 21.4-kWh lithium-ion battery pack that provides an all-electric range of up to 80 miles. The Revero is praised for its sleek design, comfortable interior, and impressive performance, but it has also been plagued by various issues.

Engine

• 1.5-liter turbocharged three-cylinder gasoline engine

No Issues Found

Transmission

• 8-speed automatic transmission

No Issues Found

Suspension

No Issues Found

Electrical

• Battery Pack Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The battery pack may prematurely fail, leading to loss of power or reduced range.
  • Solution: Replace the battery pack.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $10,000 - $15,000+
• Electrical System Malfunction
  • Description/Symptoms: Various electrical components, such as the infotainment system, lights, or power windows, may experience intermittent failures or malfunctions.
  • Solution: Diagnose and repair or replace the faulty components.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $2,000+

Exterior

No Issues Found

Interior

• Dashboard Rattle
  • Description/Symptoms: The dashboard may rattle or vibrate at certain speeds or road conditions.
  • Solution: Tighten or replace loose components within the dashboard.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500
• Rearview Camera Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The rearview camera may malfunction or display a distorted image.
  • Solution: Replace the rearview camera.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000
• Seat Belt Malfunction
  • Description/Symptoms: The seat belts may not retract properly or may become jammed.
  • Solution: Inspect and repair or replace the seat belt assembly.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500

Recalls

• NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V210
  • Description: Certain vehicles may have an improperly tightened bolt in the front suspension, which can lead to a loss of control.
  • Remedy: Inspect and tighten the suspension bolts.
• NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V430
  • Description: Certain vehicles may have electrical grounding issues that can cause various electrical malfunctions.
  • Remedy: Inspect and repair the grounding connections.
• NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V741
  • Description: Certain vehicles may have a defective high-pressure fuel line that can leak fuel.
  • Remedy: Replace the high-pressure fuel line.

Summary

The 2019 Karma Revero has encountered numerous electrical issues, including battery pack failures and electrical system malfunctions. It also has some interior issues like dashboard rattles and seat belt malfunctions. The recalls are also a concern, especially the one involving a suspension bolt that can lead to loss of control. Overall, the issues with the Revero are moderate in severity and can be costly to fix.