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2017 Dynamax REVProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2017 Dynamax REV, most often about the power train. It is covered by 2 safety recalls.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls2Free fix at dealersOwner complaints10 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage2kPower train, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through December 23, 2019. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2017 Dynamax REV 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
Power train10

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

2 recalls

2017 Dynamax REV 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.

–no report yet

Ignition: switch

Recall 16V-126 · Mar 2, 2016 · 176 vehicles

Risk. An intermittent loss of contact can result in a vehicle stall and/or a partial or complete loss of air bags, anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control…

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

2017 vs. every other REV 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 REV median. How we score

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In owners' words

What REV owners report

Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

WHEN TRAVELING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS (55-60 MPH) WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGED, THE TRANSMISSION WILL SUDDENLY DOWN SHIFT INTO A LOW GEAR CAUSING THE ENGINE TO BRAKE VIOLENTLY. THIS COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL AND/OR A REAR END COLLISION AND/OR A PASSENGER INJURY. THIS HAS HAPPENED ROUGHLY 12…
Complaint 11218684 · Jun 8, 2019 · 1,500 miles

Own a 2017 REV?

Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.