Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2019 Entegra Anthem
The 2019 Entegra Anthem shows several recall issues, mainly involving the instrument panel, fuel rail leaks, and structural adhesive failures. Though these are serious, addressing them via recalls can lower risks. Mechanical reliability is a concern, but well-maintained units can still be solid purchases.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2019 Entegra Anthem has 7 NHTSA recall campaigns and 4 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #21V769000 Instrument Cluster May Go Blank NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V591000 High Pressure Fuel Rail Assembly May Leak Fuel NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V529000 Window Adhesive Failure NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #19V626000 Loose Power Steering Mounting Bolts NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V687000 Vehicle May Move if Parked on a Grade/FMVSS 121 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V688000 Entry Door may Open Unexpectedly NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V450000 Incorrect Cargo Capacity Information/FMVSS 120 NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Engine 1 complaint
- Fuel System, Diesel 1 complaint
- Lane Departure 1 complaint
- Structure 1 complaint
- Unknown or Other 1 complaint
Known issues to inspect
Instrument cluster goes blank
How to check: Turn on the vehicle; watch the instrument panel closely.
High pressure fuel rail leak
How to check: Inspect the engine compartment for fuel smells or stains.
Window adhesive may fail
How to check: Examine windows for secure adhesion and vent sealing.
Loose steering shaft bolts
How to check: Check for unusual play or looseness in steering.
Park brake may not hold on grade
How to check: Test parking brake on a slope if possible.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Ensure all dashboard instruments light up properly.
Red flag: Blank or flickering instrument panel
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Look for fuel odors or leaks under the engine.
Red flag: Strong diesel smell or visible leaks
- 03
City driving
What to check: Listen for unusual steering noise or play.
Red flag: Steering has excessive play or noise
- 04
Parking
What to check: Test parking brake on a slight incline.
Red flag: Vehicle rolls when brake is engaged
- 05
Highway acceleration
What to check: Listen for engine misfires or hesitations.
Red flag: Noticeable misfires or loss of power
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the instrument panel been fixed?
- Any unresolved recall repairs?
- How often is maintenance performed?
- Has the fuel rail issue been resolved?
- Any window adhesive repairs done?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Recall repair records
- Maintenance history
- Vehicle title
- Previous ownership details
- Warranty documentation
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2019 Entegra Anthem at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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