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🔥 Fire riskNHTSA 18V528📅 Aug 16, 2018

2017–2018 Roadtrek E-Trek & 2017–2018 Roadtrek RS Adventurous recall: fuel system

⚠️ What's wrong

Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. (Erwin Hymer) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Roadtrek RS Adventurous XL, E-trek XL, RS Adventurous, and E-trek motorhomes equipped with a driver's side second row captain seat option. The diesel fuel tank may have been damaged while installing the second row seat pedestal.

💥 The risk

A damaged fuel tank may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.

🔧 The fix

Erwin Hymer will notify owners, and Mercedes dealers will inspect the diesel fuel tank, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 11, 2018. Owners may contact Erwin Hymer customer service at 1-800-663-0066. Erwin Hymer's number for this recall is 2018-0010.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
18V528000
Manufacturer recall #
2018-0010
Manufacturer
Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc.
Vehicles affected
33
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Owner phone
1-800-663-0066
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Sep 11, 2018
Built
Jun 21, 2017 – Feb 3, 2018
Recall started by
MFR
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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 18V528 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 18V528?

2017–2018 Roadtrek E-Trek & 2017–2018 Roadtrek RS Adventurous. 33 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Roadtrek dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-663-0066.