July 16, 2018
Front wheel studs may break, risking loss of control
Ford F-53 2018
Certain 2018 Ford F53 stripped chassis vehicles equipped with 22.5 inch front wheels may have front wheel hub studs that were not properly heat treated.
Vehicle Can Roll Away If Shifter Cable Bushing Detaches
Ford Fusion 2013–2016Ford Escape 2013–2014
The bushing that connects the shifter cable to the automatic transmission can degrade over time and detach.
July 13, 2018
Sunroof Light Module Can Short Circuit and Cause Fire
Volkswagen Tiguan 2018
The LED module for the panoramic sunroof ambient light bar may short circuit.
Wrong weight on label can lead to overloading and crashes
A certification label on certain 2019 hardside truck campers lists the dry weight as 1,591 lbs, but the correct dry weight is 2,405 lbs.
Safety chains may fail, risking trailer detachment
Dutchmen Aero Lite 2018–2019
Certain trailers have safety chains rated at 7,600 lbs, while the trailer's gross vehicle weight rating is 9,680 lbs.
July 12, 2018
Trailer Jack Can Collapse Unexpectedly, Risking Injury
Multiquip TRLR45H 2018Multiquip TRLR70USH 2018
The center-mounted jack on these trailers may unexpectedly collapse when it is damaged by excessive load on the trailer.
July 11, 2018
Exhaust from generator may enter trailer, risking injury
Jayco Travel Trailer Octane 2018
Certain 2018 Octane travel trailers with an optional generator may have been built without the generator exhaust pipe installed.
Loose Brake Disc Bolts Could Cause Wheel to Detach
Lamborghini Aventador 2015–2016Lamborghini Aventador Roadster 2015–2016
Bolts that center and hold the brake discs to the wheel hub can loosen over time.
Propane Leak at Outdoor Cooktop Can Cause Fire
Kzrv Sportsmen 2018–2019
Certain 2018-2019 recreational trailers may have a propane gas leak at the back of the outside kitchen cooktop.
Aerial Bracket Can Detach and Fall on People Below
Pierce Arrow XT 2007–2017Pierce Enforcer 2007–2017Pierce Impel 2007–2017+2 more models
Certain emergency response vehicles with 75-foot aerial devices fitted with a 21-inch or 28-inch limited retraction bracket may have a bracket that detaches from the aerial and falls to the ground.
Key Can Be Removed While Car Is Not in Park
Volkswagen Golf 2015–2018Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen 2015–2018
Silicate buildup on the shift lever micro switch contacts can allow the key to be pulled out of the ignition while the shift lever is not in Park.
Crankshaft sensor firmware can cause engine stall
BMW 230i 2018BMW 330e 2018BMW 330i 2018+17 more models
A crankshaft sensor may have incorrect firmware.
July 10, 2018
Tire Label May Show Wrong Size or Pressure
Subaru Forester 2018
The tire and wheel information on the vehicle's Certification Label may be incorrect.
Rear trim may detach and become a road hazard
Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 2017–2018Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 2017–2018Mercedes-Benz AMG C63S 2017–2018+1 more model
Some 2017-2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class convertibles and AMG models may have a bonding problem introduced during production.
Software Error Can Destabilize Vehicle in Reverse, Risking Rollover
Certain 2017 G65 AMG vehicles may have incorrect reverse speed limitation software.
Front Wheel Can Loosen, Risking Loss of Control
MV Agusta Brutale 800 Dragster RC 2018MV Agusta F3 800 2018MV Agusta F3 800 RC 2018
The front fork axle carrier may have damaged threads, which can allow excessive play in the wheel clamping screw.
July 6, 2018
Passenger Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
Nissan Versa 2007–2008
Certain 2007-2008 Nissan Versa sedans and hatchbacks have a passenger-side front airbag inflator that may rupture.
Rear Brake Pistons May Reduce Braking Power
The rear brake caliper pistons on certain vehicles may have an insufficient coating, which can reduce rear brake performance.
July 5, 2018
Wipers May Lift Off Windshield at High Speed, Reducing Visibility
Jayco Alante 2019Jayco Precept 2019
On certain 2019 motorhomes, the windshield wiper arms may lift away from the glass when the wipers are set to high speed while driving at highway speeds.
Wipers May Lift Off Windshield at Highway Speed
Entegra Emblem 2019Entegra Vision 2019
On certain motorhomes, the windshield wiper arms can lift away from the glass when driving at highway speeds with the wiper set to high.
Wrong Rim Size on Label Could Lead to Unsafe Replacement
Dutchmen Aero Lite 2018–2019
The Federal Certification Label on certain 2018-2019 Dutchmen Aerolite trailers (models 2133RB and 2423BH) lists a rim size of 14X5.5J, but the correct rim size is 14X5J.
Ladder Step Screws Can Break, Risking Falls
Jayco Travel Trailer White Hawk 2019
Certain 2019 Jayco White Hawk recreational trailers have ladder step screws that may break.
Incorrect cargo capacity label can lead to overloading and crash risk
Entegra Anthem 2018–2019Entegra Aspire 2018–2019Entegra Cornerstone 2018–2019+4 more models
The Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC) label on certain motorhomes overstates how much cargo the vehicle can safely carry.
Incorrect cargo capacity label may lead to overloading
Jayco Alante 2018–2019Jayco Melbourne 2018–2019Jayco Precept 2018–2019+2 more models
The Cargo Carrying Capacity label on these motorhomes overstates how much cargo the vehicle can safely carry.
July 3, 2018
Liquid can corrode driver window switch and cause a fire
Coachmen Freelander 2014–2017Coachmen Leprechaun 2014–2016Forest River Sunseeker 2014–2016+2 more models
Liquid can leak into the driver's power window switch, causing corrosion and high electrical resistance.
June 29, 2018
Battery cable can chafe and arc, raising fire risk
Spartan Gladiator 2010–2019
The protective sleeve on the cable connecting the battery positive terminal to the alternator can become brittle.
Brake lights may not illuminate, raising crash risk
Suzuki DR-Z400S 2018Suzuki DR-Z400SM 2018
Certain motorcycles have a rear brake stop lamp switch where resin filling the switch may have stuck to its internal contacts during assembly.
Loose Suspension Bolts Can Let Rear Axle Track Bars Detach
Fccc XC-L 2015–2018
Certain 2015-2018 Freightliner Custom Chassis XCL chassis equipped with V-Ride suspension may have had the suspension mounting bolts insufficiently tightened at the factory.
June 28, 2018
Child Seat Anchor Bars May Not Fit Car Seats Properly
Cadillac CT6 Plug-IN Hybrid 2017–2018Cadillac CT6 2016
Excess structural adhesive may have been applied to the inboard child seat anchorage bars during assembly.
Slide-out rooms may move unexpectedly, risking injury
Newmar BAY Star 2018Newmar BAY Star Sport 2018Newmar Canyon Star 2018+8 more models
On certain 2018 Newmar motorhomes, the slide-out rooms can move in or out without warning when the ignition key is in the off or accessory position and the battery disconnect switch is on.