Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2014 DRV Tradition
NHTSA data on file today
The 2014 DRV Tradition has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #17V753000 Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #15V491000 Reflectors at Incorrect Height/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #13V369000 Unexpected Unfurling of the Awning NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Tires 1 complaint
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $3,500–$7,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2014 DRV Tradition encounters issues primarily with equipment recalls, such as faulty fire extinguishers and awning motor assemblies. These problems suggest reliability concerns. A low complaint count offers some solace, but limited data may obscure other issues.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| fire extinguisher | N/A | $50–$150 | very common |
| awning motor | N/A | $200–$500 | common |
| tires | 30,000–50,000 miles | $400–$800 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Change engine oil annually
- Check tire condition and pressure
- Inspect and reseal roof annually
- Lubricate moving parts biannually
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Sticking fire extinguisher
- Shearing awning screws
- Worn or cracked tire walls
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2014 DRV Tradition at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.