Exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipeRecall 17V-537 · 2016–2018 Hymer Aktiv
Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. recall 17V-537 covers 195 2016–2018 Hymer Aktiv for a exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe problem, reported to NHTSA on August 30, 2017. The manufacturer's latest report (2018 Q4) shows 42% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 17V537000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
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.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
42%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.