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🔥 Fire riskNHTSA 26V566📅 Sep 2, 2026

2026–2027 Storyteller Overland Mode VAN & 2026 Storyteller Overland GXV Hilt recall: electrical system

⚠️ What's wrong

Storyteller Overland, LLC (Storyteller) is recalling certain 2026-2027 MODE and 2026 GXV HILTS vehicles equipped with certain MaxxAir N-Series Maxxfan rooftop ventilation fans. The printed circuit board may fail during certain operations and overheat.

💥 The risk

An overheated printed circuit board increases the risk of a fire.

🔧 The fix

Storyteller will inspect and replace the printed circuit board as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 30, 2026. Owners may contact Storyteller customer service at 1-888-999-7442.

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
26V566000
Manufacturer
Storyteller Overland
Vehicles affected
169
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Owner phone
1-888-999-7442
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Recall started by
ODI

Vehicles in this recall

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

FAQ

Is the 26V566 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 26V566?

2026–2027 Storyteller Overland Mode VAN & 2026 Storyteller Overland GXV Hilt. 169 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Storyteller Overland dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-888-999-7442.