CarRecallWatchDecember 14, 2016
Wiring Can Overload and Cause a Fire
Triple E Serenity 2017
A wire running from the power system to the battery may be connected to a 150-amp fuse, but the wire is only rated for 120 amps.
Rear cargo door can swing down forcefully, risking injury
Kzrv Durango 2016–2017Kzrv Venom 2016–2017
The rear cargo doors on certain 2016-2017 Venom and Durango Gold toyhauler and fifth wheel trailers, built between January 11, 2016 and December 2, 2016, may have hinges with welds on the hinge pin and hinge plate that are not strong enough.
Steering assist may cut out; fire risk when parked
Mercedes-Benz E 350 2014–2016Mercedes-Benz SL 550 2013–2015Mercedes-Benz E 400 2015–2016+3 more models
A steering control unit in these vehicles may have improperly soldered contacts that can lose connection.
Loose Axle Bolts Can Fracture, Risking Crashes
Mercedes-Benz AMG GL63 2015–2016Mercedes-Benz GL350 2015Mercedes-Benz GL450 2015+4 more models
Certain 2015-2016 Mercedes-Benz SUVs built between September 29, 2014 and March 27, 2015 may have front and/or rear axle carrier bolts that were not assembled correctly.
Brake fitting may break, requiring harder pedal force and raising crash risk
A fitting that connects the vacuum line to the brake booster on certain 2014 CLA250 vehicles built between December 14, 2012, and April 24, 2013, with gasoline engines may break.
December 13, 2016
Rear Cargo Door Hinge Can Fail and Let Door Open Suddenly
Thor Motor Coach Outlaw 2017Thor Motor Outlaw 2016
Certain motorhomes built between January 13, 2016 and December 8, 2016 have rear cargo door hinges with welds that may not be strong enough to hold the hinge pin to the hinge plate.
Incorrect weight labels could lead to overloading and crash risk
Gulf Stream B Touring Cruiser 2017
The Certification label on certain motorhomes may list incorrect front and rear axle weight ratings (GAWR) and overall vehicle weight rating (GVWR).
December 12, 2016
Bus May Roll Away Without Brake Pressed
Glaval Bus Legacy 2016
Certain 2016 buses built between April 5 and October 5, 2016 may have a brake-to-shift interlock that does not work.
Side Stand Bolt Can Loosen, Risking Engine Stall or Crash
Ducati Scrambler 2015–2016
On certain 2015-2016 Ducati Scrambler motorcycles built between February 17, 2015 and November 11, 2016, the nut holding the side stand pivot can come loose and detach.
Speedometer Can Fail After Wire Breaks, Raising Crash Risk
Yamaha XC155F 2015
On certain 2015 scooters built between September 2014 and October 2015, the speed sensor lead wire may not be clamped securely enough.
December 9, 2016
Front Lower Control Arm May Crack, Risking Crash
Porsche 918 Spyder 2015
Certain 2015 model year vehicles built between November 2013 and July 2015 have front lower control arms that may crack at the ball joint.
Bus Can Be Driven With Wheelchair Lift Open or Deployed
Micro Bird T-Series School Bus 2015–2016
Certain 2015-2016 T-Series school buses have a battery-powered wheelchair lift with an interlock that the operator can turn off.
Ladder guardrail may bend or break under load
Smeal Aerial 1997–2015Smeal Aerial Fire Apparatus 2016
Certain Smeal rear-mount aerial platform fire apparatus built from January 1, 1997, to November 30, 2016, have a movable ladder access guardrail that may bend or break under heavy loads.
Water Can Corrode Wiring and Trigger Unexpected Stability Control
Honda Ridgeline 2017
Some 2017 Ridgeline AWD trucks built between April 1, 2016 and August 11, 2016 may have water entering the rear wiring harness through a connector located under the truck bed drain hole.
Front control arm bolts may fail, risking crash
Land Rover Discovery Sport 2016–2017Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2016–2017
Certain 2016-2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport and Range Rover Evoque vehicles built in mid-2016 have front lower control arm fasteners that may fail because of an assembly error.
December 8, 2016
Incorrect Tire and Rim Labels Could Lead to Unsafe Replacements
Starcraft RV TT Autumn Ridge 2017Starcraft RV TT Comet Mini 2017Starcraft RV TT Launch 2017+1 more model
Certain 2017 Starcraft travel trailers (Autumn Ridge, Comet Mini, Launch, and Satellite) built between June 21, 2016 and November 18, 2016 with the extreme package may have a federal certification label that lists incorrect tire and rim sizes.
Drive Switch May Send Wrong Signal, Causing Reverse Instead of Forward
GEM E2 2016–2017GEM E4 2016–2017GEM E6 2016–2017+1 more model
The drive mode switch on certain 2016-2017 GEM electric vehicles can send an incorrect signal.
December 7, 2016
Spare Wheel Can Wear Through Brake Line, Causing Braking Loss
Heartland Landmark 365 2016–2017
The spare steel wheel on certain trailers may not fit the axle hub properly, so it can rub against the brake line and wear it down.
Alternator May Short Circuit and Cause a Fire
Sterling Bullet 2008–2009
Certain 2008-2009 Sterling Bullet cab chassis vehicles built between November 1, 2007, and November 7, 2008, have a 220 amp alternator that may develop a short circuit.
December 6, 2016
Fuel Rail May Contact Parts, Causing Leaks and Fire Risk
Indian Chief Classic 2014–2017Indian Chief Dark Horse 2014–2017Indian Chieftan 2014–2017+4 more models
On certain Indian motorcycles, the fuel rail can move and contact other components, which may cause a fuel leak.
Alternator stator can short out, causing engine stall
Suzuki DL650 2012–2016
The alternator stator in certain motorcycles may not resist heat well enough.
December 5, 2016
Brake lights may fail to light when braking
Peterbilt 325 2017Peterbilt 330 2017Peterbilt 337 2017+6 more models
Certain 2017 Peterbilt trucks built between April and June 2016 may have brake lights that do not illuminate when the brakes are applied.
Collision Warning Radar May Be Mounted Upside Down
Entegra Cornerstone 2017
The forward collision sensing system, a Wabco OnGuard collision mitigation unit, may have been installed with its radar upside down.
Rear seatback may fail in a crash, letting luggage fly forward
Ford Fusion 2017
On certain vehicles built in late September 2016, the left rear seat back pivot pins may have been improperly welded.
Front seat belt cable may fail in a crash
Ford Fusion 2013–2016Lincoln MKZ 2013–2015
Heat from a seat belt pretensioner firing during a crash can cause a front seat belt anchor cable to fail.
December 2, 2016
Wrong tire pressure placard may lead to underinflated tires
Forest River Puma 2017
Some 2017 Forest River Puma trailers built between August and November 2016 have a Federal certification placard that lists the wrong tire size, rim size, and recommended tire pressure.
Liftgate Can Drop Suddenly Due to Corroded Support
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 2011–2012, 2016
The liftgate support outer tube may have inadequate anti-corrosion protection, so salt and water can cause it to rust.
Cooling Fan Corrosion Can Cause Short Circuit and Fire Risk
Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit 2010–2014
Corrosion of the under-hood cooling fan assembly can occur when fluid gets into it.
Missing Side Marker Light Can Hide Vehicle Length
Some motorhomes built between June and September 2016 may be missing a mid-ship marker light.
Rear side air bag may fail or spray debris in crash
Chevrolet Malibu 2017
A weld on the right-hand rear side air bag inflator may be insufficient.