Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2021 Entegra Esteem
NHTSA data on file today
The 2021 Entegra Esteem has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #24V245000 Power Steering Pressure Line May Detach and Leak NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V290000 Power Steering Pressure Line May Detach and Leak NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #20V780000 Leveling System Mounting Bracket May Fail NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 2 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 1 complaint
- Unknown or Other 1 complaint
- Vehicle Speed Control 1 complaint
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $7,000–$12,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2021 Entegra Esteem has experienced power steering and equipment issues, primarily noted in recalls. While owner complaints are minimal, these recall issues impact reliability, resulting in an average rating.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power steering hose | 20,000–40,000 miles | $500–$800 | common |
| Leveling system | 30,000–50,000 miles | $400–$600 | occasional |
| Electrical system | 40,000–60,000 miles | $200–$500 | rare |
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.
- Oil and filter change
- Brake fluid replacement
- Transmission fluid service
- Engine air filter replacement
- Coolant system check
- Tire rotation and balancing
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Steering stiffness
- Unusual hydraulic noises
- Inconsistent leveling system operation
- Electrical anomalies
- Reduced brake effectiveness
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2021 Entegra Esteem at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.