2019 TAXA Outdoors Cricket — Should You Buy One?
Typical asking price: $18,000–$26,000. This is one of the more reliable vehicles in its class — here's what to watch for anyway.
Kestrel Take
The TAXA Cricket is a rugged, aerospace-inspired micro-trailer built for off-road camping adventures. No slides, minimal systems, and an aluminum frame with a hard shell. Mechanically simpler than most RVs — the main concerns are the unique latching system and the roof tent mechanism.
What we checked
No public record to reconcile against
We don't yet have a public record to check this one against. Federal complaint records thin out badly on older vehicles, so there is little to check against. What follows is our own write-up, and it has not been reconciled against an official record. Treat it as a starting point, not a verdict.
Known Issues for the 2019 TAXA Outdoors Cricket
Ranked by wallet impact. These are documented, recurring problems — not freak accidents.
The pop-up roof tent mechanism requires lubrication and wear check. Tents that don't pop up evenly or lock firmly are a concern.
Repair cost (estimate): $100-$400
Source: not yet checked against public records.
The Cricket's exterior hardware and latches corrode with exposure, especially in salt environments.
Repair cost (estimate): $50-$300
Source: not yet checked against public records.
Standard trailer bearing repacking every 2 years or 12,000 miles applies here.
Repair cost (estimate): $100-$300
Source: not yet checked against public records.
Walk-Away Red Flags
- ✗Roof tent that doesn't pop up evenly or lock firmly
- ✗Corroded exterior latches or hardware
- ✗Bearing play in wheels after towing
Good Signs
- ✓Roof tent operating correctly with even lift
- ✓Bearings serviced within 2 years
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Known issues on this page are based on documented owner reports, NHTSA complaints, class-action records, and manufacturer technical service bulletins. Individual vehicles vary. A pre-purchase inspection by a trusted mechanic is always worth doing.
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