Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2021 Kzrv Stratus
NHTSA data on file today
The 2021 Kzrv Stratus has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 3 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #22V289000 Cracked LP Gas Quick Disconnect Fitting NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V670000 Propane Regulator May Fail and Cause Fire NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V397000 Incorrect Circuit Breaker In Water Heater NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Tires 3 complaints
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $3,500–$5,500AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2021 Kzrv STRATUS has a modest recall and complaint history, primarily involving gas system fittings and circuit breaker issues. Common issues like tire complaints suggest ongoing potential maintenance needs, but no widespread or severe defects are documented.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| LP gas fittings | n/a | $100–$200 | common |
| Electric water heater | n/a | $150–$250 | common |
| Tires | 10,000–30,000 miles | $100–$400 | 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.
- Annual tire check and rotation
- Inspect LPG system annually
- Annual water heater check
- Brake system check every 2 years
- Replace air filters every year
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Strange odors near gas lines
- Water heater issues not tripping
- Tire wear more than expected
- Reduced braking performance
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2021 Kzrv Stratus at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.