NHTSA Recall # | 145312 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 19V320000 |
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Manufacturer | EHG USA LP dba American Fastbacks |
Supplier | JEEP |
Brand | JEEP |
Model | WRANGLER |
Model Year | 2018 |
Component | EQUIPMENT |
Date of notification | 09/05/19 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 08/01/18 |
End date of manufacturing | 21/12/18 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 23/04/19 |
Report created | 24/04/19 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 94 |
Defect summary | Erwin hymer group usa lp dba american fastbacks (ehgusa-af) is recalling certain 2018 jeep wrangler vehicles sold with a roof top tent installed. The top cover of the roof top tent may crack or break, possibly resulting in the cover detaching from the vehicle while moving. |
Consequence summary | If the roof top tent cover detaches from the vehicle while moving, it can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall began may 9, 2019. Owners may contact american fastbacks customer service at 1-844-533-7997 extension 301. Note: vehicles in this recall are also included in recall 19v-190. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |