January 15, 2021
Washer Fluid Contaminated With Brake Fluid Can Block Vision
Ford Explorer Police Intercept 2020Lincoln Aviator 2020
Some of these vehicles contain windshield washer fluid that was contaminated with brake fluid.
January 14, 2021
Incorrect axle and tires can overload trailer, raising crash risk
Heartland Mallard 2021
Some trailers were built with the wrong axle, rims, and tires installed at the factory.
Fuel May Leak From Odyssey Tank, Raising Fire Risk
Honda Odyssey 2018–2021
Certain 2018-2021 Honda Odyssey vehicles modified by Braun Corporation may have a fuel tank assembly that can overfill the charcoal canister.
January 13, 2021
Remote Controller Can Drain Battery Early, Hindering Fire Monitor Use
Pierce Arrow XT 2020Pierce Enforcer 2020Pierce Impel 2020
The wireless remote controller used to aim and adjust the electric water monitor on these firefighting vehicles has a software problem.
Steer tires can separate or blow out, risking loss of control
Freightliner Cascadia 2020–2022
Certain 2020-2022 Freightliner Cascadia sleeper trucks are equipped with Bridgestone R284, R268, or R283S ECOPIA steer axle tires used with a specific air dam.
Rear brake line can wear through and cause brake loss
RAM 4500 2019–2020RAM 5500 2019–2020
On certain vehicles with Liquid Spring rear suspension, the rear brake caliper flexible line may be routed so that it contacts a suspension component.
January 12, 2021
Firefighting Monitor Remote May Lose Battery Power Fast
Smeal Aerial 2020Smeal Pumper 2020
The battery-powered wireless remote controller used to operate electric firefighting monitors can discharge faster than normal.
January 11, 2021
Steering column may crack, risking loss of steering control
Peterbilt 320 2015–2021Peterbilt 520 2015–2021
Certain right-hand, stand-up drive Peterbilt 320 and 520 trucks may have a steering column support structure that can crack or break.
January 8, 2021
Rear License Plate Light May Aim at Other Drivers
Freightliner M2 2018
A license plate light on this truck may have been installed aimed rearward, toward other drivers, instead of down onto the license plate.
Seat belt anchor may fail, reducing crash protection
Crestline Coach CCL150 Type III 2019–2021Crestline Coach CCL150 Type I 2019–2020
Two of the eight seat belt fastening points at the side-facing CPR seat on the street side of these ambulances may have threaded inserts that were installed too close to a mounting flange.
January 7, 2021
Airbag Control Unit May Detach in a Crash
Volvo V60 2021Volvo V60CC 2021Volvo V90 2021+3 more models
The airbag control module (the unit that manages the airbags, seat belt pretensioners and high-voltage battery disconnect) may not be properly secured to the vehicle body.
December 28, 2020
Emergency vehicle display can lock up or fail
Spartan Fire Gladiator 2020Spartan Fire Metrostar 2020
The LCD display that controls emergency vehicle lighting and HVAC functions may experience low voltage spikes, which can cause it to lock up or stop working.
Second Gear Can Crack and Lock the Rear Wheel
Yamaha FJR1300 2016–2020
The second gear in the transmission can crack and break under high-speed loads.
Front brake switch can fail, causing brake light or cruise control faults
Yamaha FJR1300 2013–2020Yamaha MT-10 2017–2020Yamaha Star Venture 2018–2020+7 more models
The front brake switch on certain Yamaha motorcycles can fail because of increased electrical resistance caused by silicon oxide.
December 23, 2020
Engine can overpower parking brake, risking unexpected movement
International Durastar 2014–2020International Workstar 2015–2018International MV 2019–2021+1 more model
On certain International DuraStar and WorkStar trucks, the engine control software may allow the engine to rev while the parking brake is applied, if the automatic transmission is in drive or reverse and the stationary PTO switch is engaged.
Seat Belts May Not Be Securely Attached, Raising Crash Injury Risk
Cadillac Escalade ESV 2021Cadillac Escalade NA 2021Chevrolet Blazer 2021+15 more models
Incorrect bolts may have been used at one or more points where the seat belts attach to the vehicle.
December 22, 2020
Front Brake Caliper May Crack, Reducing Braking
Chevrolet Bolt EV 2020
Some vehicles may have a front left brake caliper that was improperly cast and can fracture during a high-pressure braking event.
Stove Gas Leak Can Raise Fire Risk
Escape Escape 2020
Certain trailers have a three-burner cooking stove whose saddle valve securing bolt may have been overtightened.
December 21, 2020
Rear Suspension Toe Links May Corrode and Break, Affecting Steering Control
Buick Lacrosse 2010–2013Buick Regal 2012–2013Chevrolet Malibu 2013
Certain vehicles may have rear toe links with excessive corrosion-protection coating.
Rear brake leaks can cause longer pedal travel and crash risk
Freightliner Sprinter 1500 2019–2020Freightliner Sprinter 2500 2019–2020Freightliner Sprinter 3500 2019–2020+5 more models
Certain Sprinter vans with electric parking brakes may have rear brake calipers that leak brake fluid into the housing of the electric parking brake on the rear axle.
Transmission Hub May Fail, Stranding Bus Passengers
Volvo Bus 9700 2015–2020
A component inside the automatic transmission, the C1 hub, may fail on these buses.
Overhead Cabinets Can Fall on Front Seat Occupants
Thor Motor Coach Hurricane 2018–2019Thor Motor Coach Windsport 2018–2019
Overhead cabinets above the driver and front passenger seats may detach and fall onto the people sitting there.
Display Can Lock Up, Disabling Backup Camera and Warning Lights
Certain 2020 fire rescue trucks have Weldon V-MUX Vista IV displays that may lock up or stop working.
Loose or missing brake tie bar can cause crash risk
Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 2022
On certain 2022 school buses, the fasteners holding the brake caliper tie bar on the front steer axles may not have been properly tightened, or the tie bar may not have been installed at all.
Loose or Missing Brake Caliper Tie Bar Can Raise Crash Risk
Fccc MBC 2021Fccc MC 2021Fccc MT 55 2021+3 more models
On certain heavy trucks and buses, the fasteners that hold the hydraulic brake caliper tie bar on the front steer axle may not have been properly tightened, and in some cases the tie bar may not have been installed at all.
December 18, 2020
Outdoor cooktop can be stowed while gas is on, risking fire
Forest River Puma 2021
Certain travel trailers have an outdoor cooktop that can be put away in its drawer while the propane hose is still connected and the burner is on.
Wheel hub caps can detach while driving
Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53 2019–2020Mercedes-Benz AMG GT63 2019–2020
Certain wheel hub caps on these vehicles may come loose and detach while the car is being driven.
Solar Wiring May Not Be Protected, Creating Fire Risk
Keystone Cougar 2021
Certain 2021 Keystone Cougar recreational trailers equipped with a Solar Prep or off-the-grid Solar Camping Package may have the solar prep wiring connected to the wrong side of the 12VDC circuit breaker near the battery.
December 17, 2020
Loose Engine Mount Can Cause Sudden Power Loss
Ford Explorer 2020–2021Lincoln Aviator 2020–2021
The right-hand engine motor mount fasteners on certain vehicles may have been tightened incorrectly, and they can loosen over time.
Stop sign on school bus may fail to light, raising crash risk
IC Bus CE 2021–2022
The illuminated stop sign unit on certain school buses may let contaminants like water and dirt in through a faulty weather seal.