HYMER AKTIV 2018: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V537000

Make Model Year
HYMER AKTIV 2018
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2017-09-01 2017-08-30 2017-08-31

Production Dates: 2018-05-16 - 2018-09-30

Manufacturers Involved: Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc.

Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 195

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. "Erwin Hymer" is recalling certain 2016-2018 Hymer Aktiv recreational vehicles, built on RAM Promaster chassis and equipped with a Continental kit "CK". The exhaust pipe may melt the rear bumper cover and the vehicle wiring in that area.

Consequence

The exhaust heat can melt the taillight wiring, causing the tail light not to function, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the exhaust heat can burn anyone that contacts the bumper cover immediately after the vehicle has been operated.

Remedy

Erwin Hymer has notified owners, and dealers will install a new tailpipe that redirects the exhaust down, away from the bumper area, free of charge. The recall began on September 1, 2017. Owners may contact Erwin Hymer customer service at 1-844-464-3735.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.