Recall 19V408 affects 295 2018 Karma Revero vehicles for a split front-left door intrusion bar. Repair is free at any franchised Karma dealer.
Karma is recalling 295 2018 Revero vehicles for split metal in the upper intrusion bar inside the front left door. The defect can reduce side-impact protection and increase injury risk in a crash, and Karma dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front left door on the 2018 Karma Revero contains an upper intrusion bar, a metal reinforcement built into the inner door near the B-pillar. Its job is to help the door structure hold its shape and manage crash forces during a side impact. That support is part of the vehicle's side-impact protection system.
On affected Reveros, the upper intrusion bar in the front left door has split metal at or near the B-pillar section. The split starts as a defect in the bracket material rather than as normal owner wear. In a side impact, the split can spread under load and reduce the protection the door structure is designed to provide.
The driver and passengers will not get a warning light, sound, or change in how the vehicle drives. The problem is hidden inside the door structure. There is no warning sign before failure.
Who's affected?
| 2018 Karma Revero | body structure |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 295 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2018 Karma Revero is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
Split metal in the front doors can reduce vehicle strength in a side impact and increase the risk of injury. There is no warning sign before the defect matters in a side impact, so confirm whether your VIN is included and schedule the dealer inspection soon. Repair is free at any franchised Karma dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Karma Revero is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Karma dealer to schedule the free front-door inspection and any needed door replacement, which addresses the split upper intrusion bar.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 19V408 when you call.
- Call Karma customer service at 1-855-288-6109 with questions about the free repair.
- Drive with extra care until the repair is complete; the split door metal can reduce side-impact protection.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Karma technician inspects the front doors for the upper intrusion bar issue described in recall 19V408 and replaces any front door that needs replacement. Parts and labor are free under the recall. Out of pocket repairs already paid are handled through Karma's manufacturer warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because the affected 2018 Revero vehicles were new and covered by warranty. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| May 31, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 31, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| May 31, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 1, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 12, 2019 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| July 12, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V408?
Recall 19V408 covers 295 2018 Karma Revero vehicles with a front-left-door defect. The upper intrusion bar inside the door has split metal, which fails the federal side-impact protection standard and can reduce crash protection. Karma dealers inspect the front doors and replace them as needed for free.
What should I do if my 2018 Karma Revero is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Revero is included in recall 19V408. If it is, contact a franchised Karma dealer to schedule the front-door inspection. The dealer will replace any door that fails inspection for free. You can also call Karma customer service at 1-855-288-6109.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Karma dealers will inspect the front doors and replace them as needed free of charge. Reference recall 19V408 or Karma recall number RC-19-70-01 when you schedule service.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is reduced side-impact protection if the front left door has a split upper intrusion bar. In a side-impact crash, that split metal can compromise vehicle strength and increase injury risk. The repair path is a free dealer inspection with door replacement as needed.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V408000 |
|---|---|
| Karma customer service | 1-855-288-6109 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V408 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V408000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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