CarRecallWatchApril 19, 2018
Battery Cable May Rub and Short, Causing Fire Risk
Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 2018–2019
Certain 2018-2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses, equipped with two 8D batteries, may have inadequate clearance between the battery power cable and the battery hold-down bracket.
Rear Brake Calipers May Rub Suspension, Cutting Braking
Freightliner Business Class M2 2016–2019
Certain trucks built with air disc brakes and spring suspension may have rear disc brake calipers installed in the wrong orientation.
Front Door Windows May Shatter Into Large Pieces
Chevrolet Equinox 2018
The driver and front passenger door window glass may not be properly tempered.
School Bus Seats May Not Stay Secured in a Crash
Thomas Built Buses Minotour 2014–2018Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 2014–2018Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner EFX 2014–2018+1 more model
Certain Thomas Built Buses school buses from model years 2014 to 2015, including Saf-T-Liner C2, Saf-T-Liner HDX, Saf-T-Liner EFX, and Minotour models, have S3B Restraint Wall Mounted Seats.
Bus Seats May Detach in a Crash, Raising Injury Risk
Thomas Built Buses Minotour 2014–2018Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 2014–2018Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner EFX 2014–2018+1 more model
Certain Thomas Built Buses transit buses, including Saf-T-Liner C2, EFX and HDX and Minotour models, are equipped with S3B wall-mounted seats whose wall mounting bracket may crack.
April 18, 2018
Headlights May Go Dark When Switching to High Beams
Newmar Dutch Star 2013–2017Newmar London Aire 2015–2016Newmar Ventana 2016–2017
On certain motorhomes, the low beam headlights turn off when the driver switches to the high beams, when both sets should stay lit.
Fire extinguishers may clog or fail in a fire
Riverside MT. Mckinley 2015–2017Riverside Water Fall 2015–2017Riverside Whitewater 2015–2017
Certain plastic-handle or push-button fire extinguishers in these motorhomes may become clogged, making them hard to activate or preventing them from discharging as expected.
Driver air bag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments
Volkswagen Passat 2006–2007Volkswagen Passat Wagon 2006–2007
The driver's frontal air bag inflator can build up excessive internal pressure when the air bag deploys, which may cause the inflator to rupture.
Electric water pump can overheat and cause a fire
Mini Cooper S 2007–2012Mini JCW 2007–2012BMW X6 2008–2012+17 more models
The electric auxiliary water pump in these vehicles may fail, causing its circuit board to overheat.
April 17, 2018
Wrong Circuit Breaker Can Raise Fire Risk
Kzrv Connect 2019
Some 2019 recreational trailers were built with a 15/20 amp circuit breaker where a 15/15 amp breaker should have been installed.
Awning May Deploy While Trailer Is Moving, Raising Crash Risk
Kzrv Connect 2018–2019Kzrv Durango 2018–2019Kzrv Sidewinder 2018–2019+4 more models
Certain 2018-2019 recreational trailers have a Solera Smart Arm awning that may deploy while the trailer is in motion.
Motorhome Lacks Side Marker Lights, Raising Crash Risk
Gulf Stream B Touring Cruiser 2016–2018Gulf Stream Conquest 2016–2018
Certain motorhomes are missing intermediate side marker lights, and their front and rear side marker lights are spaced more than thirty feet apart.
Incorrect weight limit label can lead to overloading and crash risk
Certain 2017 Lamborghini Centenario vehicles may have a certification label that lists an incorrect weight limit.
April 16, 2018
Incorrect weight rating label could lead to overloading and crash risk
Forest River Crossfit 2017–2019
The federal certification label on certain 2017-2019 Crossfit recreational vehicles lists a rear axle Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) higher than the rating set by the chassis manufacturer.
Fuel May Spray Out When Tank Cap Is Opened, Creating Fire Risk
Ducati Panigale V4 2018
Some 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 motorcycles have a fuel tank that can release fuel under pressure when the tank cap is opened.
Fuel may leak from tank valve plug, creating fire risk
Ducati Panigale V4 2018
A part in the fuel tank, the internal breathing system valve plug, may allow gasoline to leak out.
Missing Load Capacity Label Can Lead to Overloading
Nissan Titan 2017–2018Nissan Titan XD 2016
Some accessories installed on these trucks reduced the vehicle's load carrying capacity, but the required Load Carrying Capacity modification label was not put on the vehicle.
April 13, 2018
Brake Switch May Detach, Causing Lights and Acceleration Failure
Isuzu NPR 2018Isuzu NPR HD 2019Isuzu NPR XD 2019
The brake switch and its nylon retainer may not be properly secured to the steel brake pedal bracket.
Loose Breaker Box Connections Can Overheat and Cause Fire
Newmar BAY Star 2018Newmar BAY Star Sport 2018Newmar Canyon Star 2018+8 more models
Some motorhomes from model year 2018 have electrical connections inside the breaker box that may not be properly tightened.
Hoses May Rub Starter and Cause Fire Risk
KME Predator Pumper 2012–2016KME Predator SS Pumper 2012–2016KME Predator Aerial 2015–2016
Hydraulic cab lift hoses, wire-braided air lines, or fuel cooler lines on certain fire trucks may be routed or secured improperly so they contact the starter power stud.
April 12, 2018
Rear Seat Belts May Not Properly Restrain Passengers
Buick Regal 2018
Some rear outboard seat belts may have been routed improperly around the bolster bracket during manufacturing.
Rear Seat May Detach in a Crash Due to Rust
Jeep Wrangler 2018
Corrosion can develop on the rear underbody ladder rail, the structural frame member under the vehicle.
Incorrect tire pressure label can lead to underinflated tires
Forest River Salem 2018
The tire pressure information on the federal certification label may list 54 PSI, but the correct recommended tire pressure is 65 PSI.
Entry Door May Open Unexpectedly While Driving
Forest River FR3 2018–2019Forest River Georgetown 2018–2019
The entry door latch may not fully engage, so the door can open unexpectedly while the vehicle is moving.
April 11, 2018
Electric coolant pump can overheat or short, raising fire risk
Audi A5 2013–2017Audi A5 Cabriolet 2013–2017Audi Q5 2013–2017+2 more models
The electric coolant pump in these vehicles, which use the 2.0L Turbo FSI engine, can become blocked by debris from the cooling system and overheat, or it can short-circuit because of moisture inside the pump.
April 10, 2018
Fuel Can Soak Into Floor, Creating Fire Risk
Keystone Carbon 2018Keystone Raptor 2018
Certain trailers were built without a protective barrier at the fuel station, so gasoline can be absorbed into the main floor.
Motorcycle May Start Unintentionally, Risking Carbon Monoxide
Indian Chief 2018Indian Chief Classic 2018Indian Chief Dark Horse 2018+12 more models
Corrosion can develop inside the right-hand combination switch on certain 2018 Indian motorcycles.
April 9, 2018
Left taillight may lose power, reducing rear visibility
MCI J4500 2018
Certain 2018 J4500 coaches have a left rear taillight wiring harness branch in the engine compartment that may contact the engine coolant tank.
Loose steering pinch bolt can cause loss of control
Autocar Xpeditor 2018–2019
Certain 2018-2019 Autocar Xpeditor trucks may have a steering drag link whose clamp pinch bolt was not properly tightened.
Rear Window Can Separate While Driving, Creating Crash Risk
MCI J4500 2018
The rear left-hand window on certain motor coaches may not be securely installed and can separate from the vehicle while it is moving.