CarRecallWatchDecember 11, 2018
Trailer Axle Hubs May Overheat and Fail, Risking Crash
Coachmen Apex 2019Coachmen Spirit 2019Prime Time Impression 2019+1 more model
Certain 2019 Coachmen Apex, Coachmen Spirit, Prime Time Impression, and Prime Time Tracer recreational trailers may have had their inner hub bearings insufficiently greased at the factory.
Bus Parking Brake May Disengage, Allowing Unintended Movement
Blue Bird ALL American 2019Blue Bird Vision 2019
The parking brake cable on certain 2019 Blue Bird All American and Vision school buses may disengage from the foot pedal assembly.
Parking Brake Cable Can Detach, Allowing Bus to Move
Blue Bird ALL American 2019Blue Bird Vision 2019
The parking brake cable on certain 2019 transit buses may disengage from the foot pedal assembly.
December 10, 2018
Wrong axle weight label can lead to overloading and crash risk
The federal placard on certain 2019 Rockport vehicles may list an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Bus Roof Adhesive May Weaken Roof Joint in Rollover
Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 2017–2019
Certain school buses have roof header adhesive that may not have been properly applied during manufacturing.
Roof Adhesive May Weaken Bus Roof in Rollover
Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 2017–2019
Certain 2017-2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses may have had roof adhesive applied improperly to the roof header.
December 7, 2018
Front Seat Belt Buckle May Come Apart in a Crash
Kenworth T680 2018Kenworth T880 2018Peterbilt 567 2018+1 more model
Some 2018 Kenworth T680 and T880 and Peterbilt 567 and 579 trucks may have front seat belt buckle assemblies that were glued instead of sewn during manufacturing.
Propane Line Can Cause Fire if Grill Is Stored Lit
Keystone Raptor 2018–2019
The quick disconnect rubber propane line on certain trailers may be routed incorrectly.
Steering Connection May Loosen, Reducing Steering Control
Mercedes-Benz C 300 2018Mercedes-Benz E 400 2018
On certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz C 300 and E 400 vehicles, the steering coupling may not have been locked correctly at the factory.
Brake Lights May Illuminate Without Pedal Pressed
Altec Aerial Device 2017–2018Altec Digger Derrick 2017–2018Altec Service Body 2017–2018
Some 2017-2018 Altec digger derricks, aerial devices, and service bodies are equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights that, depending on the vehicle's wiring, may light up even when the brake pedal has not been pressed.
Brake lights may light up without the pedal pressed
Rosenbauer Fire Apparatus 2017–2018
Some fire apparatus vehicles fitted with Whelen accessory brake lights may have wiring that causes the brake lights to illuminate even when the brake pedal has not been pressed.
Fold-Down Seat Cushion May Not Stay Locked in a Crash
Micro Bird CT-Series 2015–2018
A back seat cushion on the foldaway seats may not stay locked in the upright position when it is under load, such as during a crash or a sudden stop.
December 6, 2018
Rear brake hose may rub tire, reducing braking
Kawasaki Z900 2018
On certain 2018 motorcycles, the rear brake hose and the rear wheel rotation sensor wire may have been routed incorrectly, so they can contact the rear tire.
Passenger Front Airbag May Not Inflate in a Crash
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2019GMC Sierra 1500 2019
Certain 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab and GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab trucks may have a passenger-side frontal airbag inflator module that was damaged during assembly.
December 5, 2018
Loose heater connector can overheat and cause fire
An auxiliary heater electrical connector on certain vehicles may have been incorrectly inserted into the heater.
Fuel Hose Connector May Detach, Causing Leak and Fire Risk
Audi A3 Cabriolet 2018Audi TT Roadster 2018
A fuel hose quick connector in the engine bay may detach from the fuel supply line, which can cause a fuel leak.
Fuel Line Can Detach, Causing Leak and Fire Risk
Volkswagen Golf R 2018
A fuel hose quick connector in the engine bay can detach from the fuel supply line, which can cause a fuel leak.
Air Brake Fitting May Leak, Parking Brake May Engage Unexpectedly
Elgin Broom Bear 2015–2018Elgin Crosswind 2015–2018Elgin Eagle 2015–2018+2 more models
A T-fitting in the air brake system of these street sweepers may fail and leak air.
December 4, 2018
Loose Brake Caliper Bolts Can Reduce Braking Power
Newmar Essex 2018–2019Newmar London Aire 2018–2019Newmar Mountain Aire 2018–2019+2 more models
Some 2018-2019 Newmar motorhomes may have brake caliper mounting bolts that were not tightened enough during assembly.
Shifter Spring May Break, Making Gear Changes Hard
Yamaha YZF-R3 2015–2016
The shift shaft torsion spring on certain motorcycles may fracture.
Cracked Radiator Hose Can Leak Coolant, Risking Crash
Yamaha YZF-R3 2015–2018
The upper radiator hose on these motorcycles may crack, allowing coolant to leak.
December 3, 2018
Clearance lights may not work, reducing trailer visibility
Forest River Salem 2019Forest River Wildwood 2019
Certain 2019 Forest River Salem and Wildwood recreational trailers have clearance lights that were incorrectly wired, so the lights may not work.
Trailer Hub Bearings May Overheat and Fail
Gulf Stream Vintage Cruiser 2019
Certain trailer rear axle hubs may not have had their inner bearings greased sufficiently.
Fuel Valve May Eject and Release CNG, Risking Injury or Fire
Mcneilus Atlantic Front Loader 2016–2018Mcneilus Bridgemaster V Mixer 2016–2018Mcneilus Meridian Front Loader 78 2016–2018+3 more models
Certain McNeilus and Oshkosh S-Series trucks from model years 2016 to 2018 have a CNG fuel tank valve, the MPVE-250 One-Turn Valve, that can fail if its knob is turned more than one full turn.
November 30, 2018
Wheel Bearings May Overheat and Hub May Fail
Jayco Travel Trailer JAY Feather 2019Jayco Travel Trailer JAY Flight SLX 2019Jayco Travel Trailer White Hawk 2019
Some 2019 travel trailers may have had their inner wheel hub bearings under-greased at the factory.
Missing Reflectors Can Reduce Trailer Visibility to Other Drivers
Heartland ELK Ridge 2019Heartland ELK Ridge Express 2019Heartland Milestone 2019+2 more models
Some 2019 Heartland fifth-wheel recreational trailers may be missing the forward reflectors on one or both sides.
Trailer Wheel Can Detach From Axle, Raising Crash Risk
Keystone Montana 2019
Certain trailers have axles with possibly defective welds on the spindles.
Loose Timing Chain Tensioner Can Leak Oil, Raising Crash Risk
Ducati Panigale V4 2018–2019
The timing chain tensioner on these motorcycles may loosen over time.
Propane Lines May Leak and Cause Fire in Motorhome
Winnebago Forza 2018–2019
Certain motorhomes may have liquid propane (LP) lines installed without edge protection where the lines pass through the closeout panel.
November 29, 2018
Fuel Hose Can Leak, Creating Fire Risk
Mercedes-Benz Metris 2016–2017
The fuel hose in the engine compartment may leak at its lower connecting point, where the transition hose meets the underbody fuel line and the Schrader valve, and/or where the fuel line connects to the fuel pump.