February 8, 2018
Head air bags may not fully inflate in a crash
Rolls-Royce Ghost 2018
Some head air bags in these vehicles may have been damaged during assembly.
Brake Switch May Stick Lights On or Allow Shifting Out of Park
Dodge Caravan 2017Jeep Wrangler 2017
Some brake switches in these vehicles may malfunction.
Battery Isolator May Overheat, Risking Fire
AEV Traumahawk 2011–2018
Certain vehicles are equipped with a Vanner-brand battery isolator module that may overheat and cause equipment failure.
Transmission Can Shift Out of Park Without Brake Pressed
RAM 1500 2017–2018RAM 2500 2017–2018RAM 3500 2017–2018+2 more models
The brake shift interlock pin in the transmission can stick in the open position after the brake pedal is held down for long periods while the engine is running and the vehicle is in PARK.
Seats and Lap Belts May Detach in a Crash, Raising Injury Risk
Micro Bird T-Series Transit Bus 2015–2018
Some three-place seats in these transit buses have lap belts, and the seats or seat belt attachments may not stay secured to the floor during a crash.
February 7, 2018
Trailer Tires Can Be Overloaded and Fail, Raising Crash Risk
Crossroads Sunset 2018
Some trailers were built with Sterling Sport tires rated to carry 1,760 lbs.
Tire label overstates load limit; overloading could raise crash risk
Audi RS 7 2016–2018Audi S7 2014–2015
The tire information label on these vehicles lists the combined maximum weight as 1146 lbs (520 kg), but the correct figure is 992 lbs (450 kg).
February 5, 2018
Fire Pump Valve Ring May Fail, Cutting Water Pressure
Kenworth T370 2013–2017Ferrara Cinder 2014–2017Ferrara Igniter 2013–2016+4 more models
Corrosion can weaken the retaining ring that holds a pressure relief valve in the water pump of these fire-fighting vehicles.
February 2, 2018
Fuel rail end caps can leak, creating a fire risk
Jaguar E-Pace 2018Jaguar F-Pace 2018Jaguar F-Type 2018+2 more models
Certain 2018 vehicles with a 2.0-liter gasoline engine may have fuel rail end caps that leak.
Battery Can Fall Out While Trailer Is Towed
Lance Travel Trailer 2018
On certain 2018 travel trailers, the battery can shift inside its compartment while the trailer is moving.
Gear Display May Show Neutral While Truck Is in Drive or Reverse
Kenworth T680 2017–2018Kenworth T880 2017–2018Peterbilt 567 2017–2018+1 more model
The gear position display on certain trucks with an Eaton UltraShift Plus or Eaton Advantage automated transmission and a right-hand stalk shifter may show the wrong gear.
Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge in a fire
Triple E RV Regal 2002–2012Triple E RV Regency 2002–2012Triple E RV Senator 2002–2012+14 more models
Kidde plastic-handle or push-button fire extinguishers installed in these motorhomes may become clogged, so the extinguisher may not discharge properly or may require excessive force to activate.
February 1, 2018
Fuel Rail End Caps May Leak, Creating Fire Risk
Land Rover Discovery Sport 2018Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2018Land Rover Range Rover Velar 2018
Certain gasoline vehicles with a 2.0L engine may have fuel rail end caps that can leak.
Low Tire Warning May Not Light Up, Risking Crash
Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2018
Certain convertible models with 20-inch wheels may have their tire pressure monitoring system set incorrectly.
Transmission Gears Can Break, Risking Loss of Control
Kawasaki Ninja 1000 2016–2018
On certain 2016-2018 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 motorcycles, a high impact force during shifting may cause the transmission gears to break.
January 31, 2018
Engine May Stall, Raising Crash Risk
Triumph Thruxton 2016–2018
The engine can stall when the throttle is opened or closed quickly while the clutch lever is pulled in.
Air Bags May Not Deploy in a Crash
Lexus NX 2015–2016Lexus RX 350 2016Lexus RX Hybrid 2016+1 more model
Certain Toyota and Lexus vehicles may have air bag pressure sensors or acceleration sensors that can fail.
Brake fluid leak can reduce braking and lengthen stopping distance
Nissan Juke 2015–2017
A problem inside the brake master cylinder can allow brake fluid to leak into the brake booster.
January 30, 2018
Undersized Air Brake Tank Can Weaken Braking
Entegra Aspire 2015–2016Entegra Insignia 2017–2018
The air brake supply reservoir on these motorhomes is smaller than required.
Brake fluid leak can lengthen stopping distance
Jayco Precept 2017
Some 2017 motorhomes may be missing ball plugs in the brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU).
Trailer Tires Can Fail Under Load, Raising Crash Risk
Eclipse Attitude 2019
Certain trailers were built with tires that have the incorrect load range.
Wiring Can Overheat and Cause a Fire
Some wiring in these motorhomes uses 18-gauge wire connected to a 30-amp circuit breaker.
Trailers May Lack Emergency Exit, Risking Trapping
Certain 2018 Forest River Cardinal recreational trailers were built without an emergency exit window in the rear wall.
Driver Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Spraying Metal
Audi A3 2006–2013Audi Q5 2009–2012Audi A4 Cabriolet 2007–2009+4 more models
Certain Audi vehicles have a driver's frontal airbag inflator that may build up excessive internal pressure when the airbag deploys.
Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge in a fire
Thomas Built Buses FS-65 2002–2017Thomas Built Buses Minotour 2002–2017Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 2002–2017+1 more model
Certain school buses from model years 2002 and 2003 are equipped with Kidde plastic-handle or push-button fire extinguishers that may become clogged.
January 29, 2018
Trailer Safety Chains May Fail, Risking Separation
Jayco Travel Trailer Eagle 2017–2018
Certain travel trailers have safety chains rated at 11,700 pounds, but the trailer's gross vehicle weight rating is 12,500 pounds.
Wrong weight rating label could lead to overloading and crash risk
Jayco Travel Trailer Eagle 2018
The Federal Labels and Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC) label on certain 2018 Jayco Eagle travel trailers (EA, EB and ED models) may list the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) as 11,750 lbs when the actual GVWR is 11,700 lbs.
Wrong axle weight label can lead to overloading and tire failure
Highland Ridge FW Open Range 2018
The federal certification label on certain trailers lists the Gross Axle Weight Rating as 5,100 lbs, but the correct rating is 4,400 lbs.
Stove flame can go out while gas keeps flowing
Jayco Travel Trailer Eagle 2018
On certain 2018 Jayco Eagle travel trailers, the flame on the stove cooktop can become inverted or go out when the furnace is running, but liquid propane gas keeps flowing to the burners.
Brake fluid deposits can stick ABS valve, reducing stopping power
Harley-Davidson Flhp 2008–2011Harley-Davidson Flhpe 2008–2011Harley-Davidson Flhr 2008–2011+28 more models
Deposits can form inside the brake system on certain 2008-2011 Harley-Davidson motorcycles equipped with anti-lock brakes (ABS) when the DOT 4 brake fluid is not replaced for a prolonged period beyond the 2-year maintenance schedule in the Owner's Manual.