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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 17V537000

2017 Hymer Aktiv | 2018 Hymer Aktiv | 2016 Hymer Aktiv — Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe

Published August 31, 2017 · Recall initiated: August 30, 2017

Summary

NHTSA records recall 17V537000, published August 31, 2017 and initiated August 30, 2017. Recalling firm: Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc.; 2017 Hymer Aktiv | 2018 Hymer Aktiv | 2016 Hymer Aktiv — Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.

What's the hazard

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.

What to do

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.

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Recall details

Brand
HYMER
Model
AKTIV
Manufacturer
Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc.
Lot
2017 HYMER AKTIV | 2018 HYMER AKTIV | 2016 HYMER AKTIV
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2017 Hymer Aktiv | 2018 Hymer Aktiv | 2016 Hymer Aktiv — Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V537000 on August 31, 2017. Reported hazard: 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.

What should I do if I have this product?

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.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: HYMER. Model: AKTIV.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)