2021 Dynamax IsataProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2021 Dynamax Isata, most often about the unknown or other. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 20V-358 the manufacturer reports only 0% of affected cars repaired.

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 8, 2024. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2021 Dynamax Isata has problems

1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

7 recalls

2021 Dynamax Isata recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

53%repaired · 2026 Q3

Appliance: air conditioner

Recall 24V-771 · Nov 8, 2024 · 2,783 vehicles · 1,476 repaired

Risk. An air conditioner soft start device that overheats increases the risk of a fire.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

51%repaired · 2025 Q1

Recreational vehicle/trailer: lpg systems

Recall 22V-487 · Jul 8, 2022 · 172 vehicles · 88 repaired

Risk. A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Electrical system: software

Recall 20V-591 · Sep 25, 2020 · 79 vehicles

Risk. A damaged engine block may leak oil, which can contact hot engine or exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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–no report yet

Air bags: side/window

Recall 20V-477 · Aug 14, 2020 · 412 vehicles

Risk. If the wiring harness is damaged, the side air bag within the seat may deploy inadvertently or not deploy as designed in the event of a crash, increasing the…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Recall 20V-363 · Jun 19, 2020 · 522 vehicles

Risk. Loss of brake fluid can extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

0%repaired · 2020 Q2

Other: owners/service/other manual

Recall 20V-358 · Jun 16, 2020 · 392 vehicles · 0 repaired

Risk. If the driver relies on the Auto-P function as described in the Operator's Manual, vehicle rollaway or movement may occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Dynamax.

Best & worst years

2021 vs. every other Isata year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Isata median. How we score

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  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
In owners' words

What Isata owners report

Recent unknown or other complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

2021 DYNAMAX ISATA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO MECHANICAL AND SAFETY ISSUES. *LD THE CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO TAKE POSSESSION OF THE VEHICLE AFTER BEING PURCHASED DUE TO REPAIRS THAT WERE UNABLE TO BE COMPLETED. *JS
Complaint 11404518 · Mar 25, 2021

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