AI Damage2021 Karma Revero GT: common problems
The maker issued 29 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 29
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 7 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Fuel/propulsion system. Fuel smell, leaks, rough running, fuel-system codes.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Alignment of headlamps service procedure
- Recovery cap retention, a method to bolster tension for the tow hook cover
- Alert to service centers that 12 volt is no longer stocked in the karma distribution center
- Supplementary instructions on replacement of oil sump on engine
- new component is available, instructions how to install are provided
this is an update to a bulletin from 2024 (TB-24-12-01)
- Update to procedure for oil sump removal & replacement
- New B-Pillar retention clips are available, which will be replaced on complaint
- A supplemental instruction to remove and reinstall the external rear view mirror caps
- New fasteners are available for better headlamps
- Install of recommended 12Volt battery maintainer
- over the air Software update to redirect the vehicle to the new server
- A software update for Karma Vehicles Infotainment system only, to connect to the current servers for…
A software update for Karma Vehicles Infotainment system only, to connect to the current servers for future over-the-air -updates
NHTSA lists 29 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Karma Revero GT?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 29 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2021 Karma Revero GT?
NHTSA lists 29 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2021 Karma Revero GT from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2021 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.