Category: Recalls

Polaris Recalls RZR Recreational Off-Road Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard

Name of Product:

Model Years 2022-2023 RZR Pro R and Pro R 4 Recreational Off-Road Vehicles

Hazard:

The alternator can fail during operation, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy:
Repair
Recall Date:

March 30, 2023

Units:

About 200 (In addition, about 2 were sold in Canada)

Description:

This recall involves certain VINs of Model Years 2022 and 2023 RZR Pro R and RZR Pro R 4 vehicles. The recalled vehicles were sold in the following colors: black, blue, crystal and gray. The recalled vehicles were sold in two and four-seat configurations. POLARIS is stamped on the front grille and POLARIS and RZR are printed on the sides of the vehicles. The model name is also printed on the side of the chassis. The VIN is located on the vehicle’s frame in the left rear wheel well. A limited number of alternators could have been sold as service parts (part number 4017547) and are included in this recall.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. The dealer will replace the alternator free of charge. Polaris has notified consumers to stop riding the vehicles and is contacting registered owners directly to provide more details about the repair.

Incidents/Injuries:

The firm has received four reports of the alternator failing, including two incidents of fire. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Polaris dealers nationwide from July 2022 through February 2023 for between $32,000 and $45,000.

Importer(s):

Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minnesota

Manufactured In:
Mexico
Recall number:

23-740

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) Recall: Water Intrusion from AC Drain Hose May Cause Short

NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V177000

Manufacturer Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Components VISIBILITY

Potential Number of Units Affected 61,450

Summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 GLE350, GLE450, GLS450, GLS580, 2021 AMG GLE53, AMG GLE63, Maybach GLS600, AMG GLS63, and 2020 GLE580 vehicles. The air conditioner drain hoses may have been incorrectly installed, causing water to drain into the passenger compartment.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and reinstall the air conditioner drain hoses, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 16, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of recall numbers 21V-288 and 19V-587. MBUSA’s numbers for this recall are 2023030014 and 15.

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.nhtsa.gov.

High-Voltage Battery Pack May Short-Circuit increasing the risk of a fire.

 

GM is Recalling Certain 2017-2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV Vehicles

NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V930000

Manufacturer General Motors, LLC

Components STRUCTURE, SEAT BELTS

Potential Number of Units Affected 111,242

Summary

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. After a crash with seat belt pretensioner deployment, the pretensioner exhaust may ignite carpet fibers near the B-pillar, causing a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will install metal foil at the carpet near the pretensioner exhaust, and install a pretensioner cover as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 30, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM’s number for this recall is N222383790.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Polestar is Recalling Certain 2020-2021 Polestar 1 Vehicles

NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V926000

Manufacturer Polestar Automotive USA, Inc.

Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Number of Units Affected 66

Summary

Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. (Polestar) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Polestar 1 vehicles. Defective high-voltage battery cells may cause the battery to overheat when fully charged.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the high-voltage battery cells, free of charge. Remedy parts are expected to become ready by June 2023. As an interim repair, owners will need to take their vehicle to a dealership for a software update. Owners may contact Polestar customer service at 1-800-806-2504. Polestar’s number for this recall is R10202.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Ford is Recalling Certain 2022-2023 E-350, E-450, and 2021-2022 F-59 Vehicles

NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V925000

Manufacturer Ford Motor Company

Components FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Potential Number of Units Affected 11,074

Summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 E-350, E-450, and 2021-2022 F-59 vehicles. The paint along the weld seam of the fuel tank may peel and lead to corrosion of the exposed metal, which can result in a fuel leak.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and replace, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 22S76.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Easymile is Recalling Certain 2018-2019 EZ10 Autonomous Passenger Shuttles

NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V924000

Manufacturer Easymile Inc.

Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Number of Units Affected 4

Summary

Easymile Inc. (Easymile) is recalling certain 2018-2019 EZ10 autonomous passenger shuttles. The 48-volt battery may be defective, allowing the battery to catch fire while charging.

Remedy

Owners were advised not to operate their vehicles until the remedy had been completed. Easymile has replaced the 48-volt battery, free of charge. All vehicles were repaired by December 2022. Customers may contact Easymile at Info@easymile.com.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Forest River is Recalling Certain 2023 Salem, Stealth EVO, and Wildwood Travel Trailers

NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V920000

Manufacturer Forest River, Inc.

Components EQUIPMENT

Potential Number of Units Affected 262

Summary

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2023 Salem, Stealth EVO, and Wildwood travel trailers. The 8-gauge wire connected to the 12-Volt refrigerator may not have over-current protection, which can cause the wire to melt.

Remedy

Dealers will install a 20-AMP mini-breaker, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-503-831-5413. Forest River’s number for this recall is 22-1580.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Braun is Recalling Certain 2014-2022 Chief XL, Express, Express Plus, Liberty, Patriot, Signature, Super Chief, and TLC Vehicles

NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V911000

Manufacturer Braun Ambulances

Components VISIBILITY

Potential Number of Units Affected 1,321

Summary

Braun Ambulances (Braun) is recalling certain 2014-2022 Chief XL, Express, Express Plus, Liberty, Patriot, Signature, Super Chief, and TLC vehicles. Excessive voltage may damage the condenser fan relay, resulting in failure and overheating of the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the relay and install a diode, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 15, 2023. Owners may contact Braun’s customer service at 1-877-344-9990. Braun’s number for this recall is 2022-02.

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.nhtsa.gov.

McLaren is Recalling Certain 2023 Artura Vehicles

NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V908000

Manufacturer McLaren Automotive Incorporated

Components FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Potential Number of Units Affected 164

Summary

McLaren Automotive Incorporated (McLaren) is recalling certain 2023 Artura vehicles. The nuts for the high pressure fuel pipe may loosen, which can result in a fuel leak.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pipes, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact McLaren customer service at 1-646-429-8916.

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.nhtsa.gov.