CarRecallWatchAugust 18, 2017
Wrong tire pressure label can lead to tire damage and crash risk
Coachmen Prism 2018Forest River Dynamax 2018Forest River Forester 2018+1 more model
The tire information label on the B-pillar of these motorhomes lists a tire pressure that is too low for the front tires.
Wrong axle weight rating label can lead to overloading and axle failure
The Federal Placard on certain 2018 Prime Time trailers lists the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) as 6,160 lbs, but the axle is only rated for 6,000 lbs.
Electrical short can cause fire in jump start kit
IMT Dominator 2016–2017
Some IMT Dominator Contractor trucks built on 2017 Ford Super Duty chassis have a front jump start plug kit under the hood at the chassis battery.
August 17, 2017
Seat Stud Can Injure Head in Rear Crash
Blue Bird Vision 2015–2019Blue Bird ALL American 2016
Certain Blue Bird school buses with QS11 convertible seats supplied by CE White/HSM Solutions have a D-Ring mounting stud in the upper seat back frame that lacks adequate padding between the seat occupant and the stud.
Incorrect weight label may lead to overloading
Tiny Idahomes Cargo Trailer 2014–2017Tiny Idahomes Carpathian 2014–2017Tiny Idahomes Cascade 2014–2017+11 more models
The federal certification label on certain trailers and RVs may list an incorrect gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR).
August 16, 2017
Front seat belts may not restrain occupants in a crash
BMW 430i 2018BMW 440i 2018BMW M4 2018
Some front seat belt assemblies may have been built with an emergency locking retractor whose vehicle-sensitive locking mechanism housing is incompatible.
Engine May Stall on Startup, Raising Crash Risk
Audi A3 Cabriolet 2017–2018
Certain vehicles may have engine control software that misreads normal engine rotation at startup as a knocking condition.
Fuel pump may fail and stall the engine, raising crash risk
Volkswagen CC 2009–2016Volkswagen Passat 2006–2010Volkswagen Passat Wagon 2006–2010
Electrical power to the fuel pump control module can be interrupted, which may cause the fuel pump to fail.
August 14, 2017
Fuel Pump Gear Can Slip, Causing Engine Stalls
International HX 2018International LT 2018
A fuel pump drive gear on certain diesel trucks with Cummins ISX 15L engines can slip on its drive shaft.
Loose Swingarm Bolts Could Affect Motorcycle Handling
BMW R Nine T 2014–2017
Bolts connecting the right-side swingarm pivot pin to the frame may loosen on certain 2014-2017 motorcycles.
Ladder May Keep Rotating After Joystick Is Released
KME Predator Aerial 2014–2016KME Predator SS Aerial 2014–2016
The software controlling the ladder rotation circuit may allow the ladder to keep rotating even after the operator releases the rotation joystick.
Aerial Ladder Can Suddenly Speed Up, Risking Injury
KME Predator SS Aerial 2014–2017KME Predator Aerial 2012–2014
A software error can cause the aerial ladder tip control speed to briefly jump from 20 percent to 100 percent of overall speed without warning.
Propane Line Can Be Damaged, Risking a Leak and Fire
Crossroads Cameo 2018Crossroads Redwood 2018
The propane manifold under the kitchen slide-out may contact the floor, which can damage the propane line.
Engine May Shut Off While Braking or Accelerating
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE43 2016–2017
Certain 2016-2017 AMG GLE43 vehicles have engine control and transmission control software that may conflict with each other.
August 11, 2017
Front Axle Can Fracture, Risking Loss of Control
Ride The Ducks Amphibious Vehicle 1996–2005
The front axle housing on these amphibious passenger vehicles can crack from fatigue where it connects to the knuckle ball.
August 10, 2017
Steering hose may leak or burst, risking loss of control and fire
Temsa TS45 2014–2018
The hydraulic steering hose for the tag axle steering system on these coach buses may leak or burst during operation or service.
Aluminum wheels can crack and cause sudden air loss
RAM 2500 2013–2017RAM 3500 2013–2017
Certain heavy-duty trucks that were modified by an aftermarket company to use cast aluminum Katla 8.5-inch road wheels may have wheels whose outer surface can fracture.
Battery Cable Can Chafe and Short, Creating Fire Risk
Forest River Berkshire 2016–2017
A battery cable mounting bracket on certain vehicles may not have been installed correctly.
August 9, 2017
Battery Cable Can Chafe and Short, Raising Fire Risk
Newmar Dutch Star 2014–2017Newmar Mountain Aire 2014
A battery cable mounting bracket may not have been installed correctly on these motorhomes.
August 8, 2017
Driver Air Bag Inflator May Break Apart in a Crash
The driver's frontal air bag inflator may have been improperly welded.
Oil Hose Can Fail, Spraying Oil on Windshield or Fire Risk
Dodge Challenger 2017Dodge Charger 2017
Certain 2017 Dodge Challenger and Charger vehicles equipped with Hellcat engines may have engine oil cooler (EOC) hoses that can fail, causing a rapid loss of engine oil.
August 7, 2017
Seat Belt May Detach in Crash, Failing to Restrain Occupant
Utilimaster Walk-IN Van 2014–2017
Certain 2014-2017 Utilimaster Walk-In Vans have a seat belt D-ring mounting that may detach in a crash.
Loose Door Hinge Bolts Could Let Door Open While Driving
Hino NE8J 2018Hino NJ8J 2018Hino NV8J 2018
Some 2018 Hino trucks may have door hinge bolts that were not tightened enough during assembly.
August 4, 2017
Fuel Pump Bolt Can Crack Fuel Line and Cause Fire
A bolt used to attach the high pressure fuel pump on this vehicle may be too long.
Fuel line may crack and leak, raising fire risk
Jaguar F-Pace 2017
A bolt used to attach the high-pressure fuel pump may be too long.
Trailer Deck Can Separate From Gooseneck, Crash Risk
Trail King Gooseneck Trailer 2012–2014
The pivot plate reinforcement in the gooseneck pivot area is shorter than needed, so the pivot plate can crack.
August 3, 2017
Missing child seat tether instructions may cause improper installation
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2017GMC Sierra 1500 2017
Some trucks from this model year may have an owner's manual that leaves out instructions for using the tether anchorage and child restraint anchorage systems.
Brake lights may not light when braking in special mode
BMW R1200 RT Police 2014–2017
Certain police-equipped motorcycles may not illuminate the brake lights when the brakes are applied while the bike is in a special operating mode.
Trailer Frame Can Deform, Risking Neck Separation
Mcelrath Trailers VX30-800 2015–2017Mcelrath Trailers VX50-800 2015–2017
The frame on certain trailers may deform where the straight and angled side sections meet.
August 2, 2017
Wrong trailer weight on label may cause unsafe loading
Forest River Salem 2018Forest River Wildwood 2018
Some 2018 recreational trailers have a Federal certification placard that may list an incorrect weight for the trailer.