CarRecallWatchApril 17, 2019
Overheating Wiring Can Cause Sudden Engine Shutdown
Certain trucks have undersized wiring in the connector between the cab power harness and the power distribution center.
Brake Lights May Light Up Without Brake Pedal Use
Spencer Fire Truck 2017–2019
Certain Spencer fire trucks from model years 2017 through 2019 are equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights that, depending on how the vehicle is wired, may illuminate even when the brake pedal has not been pressed.
Awning arm can block emergency exit window in trailer
Livin Lite Bearcat 2014–2017Livin Lite Camplite 2014–2017
Some Livin' Lite Camplite and Bearcat recreational trailers may have a manual awning arm that blocks one of the exit windows.
Coolant Hose Can Crack and Leak, Creating a Fire Risk
Volvo XC90 2016
A coolant bleeder hose on the engine can crack after long exposure to heat and humidity, causing a coolant leak.
Circuit Board Fault Can Cut Power and Cause Crash Risk
BMW I3 2018
A circuit board in the Electric Motor Electronics (EME) module can fail, which may shut down the supply of high-voltage electrical power to the vehicle.
Driver's door can open in side crashes, risking ejection
Hyundai Veloster 2019
In certain side-impact crashes, the driver's door latch housing and locking cable can become damaged.
April 16, 2019
Generator exhaust pipe can be damaged, risking carbon monoxide
Fleetwood Flair 2019Holiday Rambler Admiral 2019
The generator exhaust pipe on certain motorhomes exits the vehicle within its departure angle, meaning it can be struck or damaged when the motorhome is driven on an incline.
April 15, 2019
Tail Cylinder Pin Can Detach, Creating Crash Risk
Fontaine Traverse HT 2017–2019
The hydraulic cylinder retaining pin on the main tail of these trailers may disconnect unexpectedly.
Turntable Fasteners May Fail, Risking Aerial Device Separation
Altec Aerial Device 2017–2018
Certain 2017-2018 Altec aerial devices have fasteners that secure the turntable to the pedestal, and those fasteners may fail.
April 12, 2019
Brake hoses may corrode and leak fluid, risking brake loss
Dynamax Isata 2019
Certain brake hoses between the brake master cylinder and the hydraulic control unit may have been made without anti-corrosion plating on their metal ferrules.
Timing Belt Teeth Can Separate, Risking Engine Stall
Acura MDX 2018–2019Honda Pilot 2018–2019Acura RLX 2019+4 more models
Certain vehicles may have timing belts whose teeth can separate from the belt.
Loose Battery Can Cause Unexpected Transmission Shift to Park
Honda Odyssey 2018–2019
Loose battery terminal connections or a degraded battery may cause the transmission control unit to reboot unexpectedly.
Entry steps can break under weight, risking falls
SMC Laramie 2019
The entry steps on the living quarters of certain horse trailers may break when someone steps onto them.
April 11, 2019
Shifter cable can detach; vehicle may roll away in Park
Dodge Dart 2012, 2014–2016
The shifter cable bushing in certain Dodge Dart vehicles with 6-speed automatic transmissions may fail.
Vehicle Can Shift Out of Park Without Brake, Risking Rollaway
Dynamax Isata 2018
On certain 2018 motorhomes with a column-mounted shifter, the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock pin can stick in the open position if the brake pedal is pressed for long periods while the engine is running and the vehicle is in Park.
Side curtain airbags may not deploy in a rollover crash
Karma Revero 2018
Some vehicles have a rollover sensor system that is not enabled.
Ignition Switch May Turn Off Engine, Disabling Airbags
Subaru Legacy 2005–2014Subaru Outback 2005–2014Subaru WRX 2008–2014+3 more models
The ignition switch on these vehicles may have a ball spring inside that can break, weakening the switch.
April 10, 2019
Brake lights may light up without the brake pedal pressed
North Central Emergency Ford E-350 2016–2018North Central Emergency Ford E-450 2016–2018North Central Emergency Chevy G4500 2016–2017+1 more model
Certain 2016-2018 ambulances built on Ford E-350 and E-450 and Chevrolet G4500 chassis, equipped with Whelen brake lights, may have brake lights that illuminate even when the brake pedal has not been pressed.
Wiper Motor May Stall, Reducing Driver Visibility
Utilimaster Reach 2012–2018
Certain 2012-2018 Utilimaster Reach vehicles may have improper electrical grounding in the windshield wiper motor circuit.
Airbag System Software May Turn Off Passive Safety Features
Fiat 500X 2019Jeep Renegade 2019
Some 2019 Fiat 500X and Jeep Renegade vehicles have incorrect software in the occupant restraint controller (ORC) module, the unit that manages airbags and other passive safety features.
Driver Knee Airbag May Not Deploy Properly in a Crash
Lexus ES 2019
Some driver knee airbag assemblies in this vehicle, mounted to the lower instrument panel, may have been improperly installed.
Steering assist may fail, making steering harder and raising crash risk
Mercedes-Benz Metris 2016–2017
Certain 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris vans, sold or registered in 23 states and Washington DC, have aluminum bolts that attach the power steering gear assist motor to the gear housing.
Passenger Front Airbag May Not Deploy Properly
Certain 2019 BMW X3 and X4 vehicles may have an instrument panel assembly that was improperly manufactured.
April 9, 2019
Backup Camera May Show Reversed Image, Raising Crash Risk
AEV Traumahawk 2016–2019
On certain 2016-2019 AEV TraumaHawk ambulances equipped with ASA Electronics back-up camera displays, the display may revert to its factory default settings, causing the camera image to appear reversed.
Brake lights may light up without pedal pressed
Frontline C-25 2018–2019Frontline C-35X 2018–2019Frontline C-45X-3 2018–2019+1 more model
Some 2018-2019 Frontline C-25, C-35X, C-45X-3 and Encore Rescue vehicles fitted with Whelen brake lights may have brake lights that illuminate even when the brake pedal has not been pressed.
Rear Camera May Show a Reversed Image, Risking a Crash
Horton Type I 2016–2019Horton Type III 2016–2019
Certain 2016-2019 Horton Type I and Type III ambulances have back-up camera displays that may revert to factory default settings.
Overheating Wiring Can Cause Sudden Engine Shutdown
Peterbilt 520 2017–2020
Some Peterbilt 520 trucks from model years 2017 through 2020 have undersized wiring in the connector between the cab power harness and the power distribution center.
Clogged Tow Fitting Can Cause Brake Drag and Fire Risk
Proterra Catalyst 2015–2018
A mesh cap covering the airline on an optional tow fitting can become clogged with road debris in wet or harsh weather.
Headlights May Aim Incorrectly, Reducing Driver Visibility
Freightliner Sprinter 2500 2019Freightliner Sprinter 3500 2019Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 2019+1 more model
Certain vehicles equipped with LED high performance headlights may have a headlamp range adjustment sensor that was not mounted or calibrated correctly.
April 8, 2019
Brake master cylinder may fail, causing sudden brake loss
Audi Q5 2018–2019Audi SQ5 2018–2019
The brake master cylinder casting in these vehicles may be too short.