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NHTSA RECALLS: June 20-26, 2016: MB; Ford; VW; Maserati; Infiniti; RVs, Buses


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Your vehicle MAY be involved in a safety recall and MAY create a safety risk for you or your passengers. If left unrepaired, a potential safety defect could lead to injury or even death. Safety defects must be repaired by a dealer at no cost to you.

The following may apply to one or more of your vehicles if your vehicle is listed below. Click on the NHTSA Campaign ID number below to read more about the safety issue and the reason for the recall.

To find out if your specific vehicle is included in the recall, use our VIN Look-up Tool.

	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V305
Manufacturer : 	Jayco, Inc.
Make / Model Years : 	JAYCO / 2017
Subject : 	Incorrect Weight on Tire Labels/FMVSS 110
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V306
Manufacturer : 	Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Make / Model Years : 	MERCEDES BENZ / 2016
Subject : 	Rear Tie Rod Lock Nuts may Loosen
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V308
Manufacturer : 	Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Make / Model Years : 	MERCEDES-BENZ / 2016
Subject : 	Loss of Torque due to Driveshaft Bond Failure
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V316
Manufacturer : 	Autocar, LLC
Make / Model Years : 	AUTOCAR / 2016-2017
Subject : 	Wheel Separation from Rear Axle
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V318
Manufacturer : 	Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC
Make / Model Years : 	HEARTLAND / 2016-2017
Subject : 	Trailer Safety Chains may Fail
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V319
Manufacturer : 	Autocar Industries, LLC
Make / Model Years : 	AUTOCAR / 2016-2017
Subject : 	Wheel Separation from Rear Axle
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V322
Manufacturer : 	Keystone RV Company
Make / Model Years : 	KEYSTONE / 2016-2017
Subject : 	Incorrect Load Range Tires Installed
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V328
Manufacturer : 	Ameritrans Bus, Inc.
Make / Model Years : 	AMERITRANS / 2012-2016
Subject : 	Incorrect GVWR on Certification Label/Part 567
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V331
Manufacturer : 	National Van Builders, Inc.
Make / Model Years : 	FORD / 2015
Subject : 	Wheel Chair Lift Platform Cracking/Big Pivot Holes
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V332
Manufacturer : 	Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC
Make / Model Years : 	HEARTLAND / 2017
Subject : 	Incorrect Tire Information on Placard/Part 567
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V335
Manufacturer : 	Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Make / Model Years : 	MERCEDES BENZ / 2016
Subject : 	Clutch Disk Weld May Crack
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V336
Manufacturer : 	Forest River, Inc.
Make / Model Years : 	FOREST RIVER / 2016-2017
Subject : 	Shower Door Flammability/FMVSS 302
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V337
Manufacturer : 	Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : 	VOLKSWAGEN / 2016
Subject : 	Vehicle Weight Information Understated/Part 567
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V338
Manufacturer : 	Stoughton Trailers, LLC
Make / Model Years : 	STOUGHTON / 2015-2017
Subject : 	Improperly Machined Trailer Spring Brake Valve
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V342
Manufacturer : 	Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Make / Model Years : 	MERCEDES-BENZ / 2016
Subject : 	Improper Rear Differential Gear Weld
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V350
Manufacturer : 	New England Wheels
Make / Model Years : 	FORD / 2006-2015
Subject : 	Wheelchair Lift/Platform Cracking/Pivot Arm Holes
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V353
Manufacturer : 	Rosenbauer Motors
Make / Model Years : 	ROSENBAUER / 2012-2016
Subject : 	Seats may Detach from Base in a Crash/FMVSS 207
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V357
Manufacturer : 	MANAC Trailers USA, Inc.
Make / Model Years : 	MANAC / 2014-2015
Subject : 	Coupling Plate may Detach from Trailer
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V360
Manufacturer : 	Forest River, Inc.
Make / Model Years : 	FOREST RIVER / 2016
Subject : 	Incorrect Load Range Tires Installed/FMVSS 110
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V362
Manufacturer : 	PACCAR Incorporated
Make / Model Years : 	KENWORTH / 2016
Subject : 	Unexpected Loss of Headlights/FMVSS 108
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V365
Manufacturer : 	Transportation Collaborative, Inc.
Make / Model Years : 	TRANS TECH BUS / 2014-2016
Subject : 	Wheel Chair Lift Platform Cracking/Big Pivot Holes
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V368
Manufacturer : 	Dejana Truck & Utility Equipment Co, Inc
Make / Model Years : 	DEJANA / 2013-2016
Subject : 	Valve Bank Cover May Crack and Detach
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V369
Manufacturer : 	Supreme Corporation
Make / Model Years : 	STARTRANS / 2008-2014
Subject : 	Wheel Chair Lift Platform Cracking/Big Pivot Holes
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V370
Manufacturer : 	Ducati North America
Make / Model Years : 	DUCATI / 2016
Subject : 	Rear Wheel may have been Installed Incorrectly
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V371
Manufacturer : 	Terex Advance
Make / Model Years : 	TEREX ADVANCE / 2015-2016
Subject : 	Driveshaft may Disconnect
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V375
Manufacturer : 	Coach and Equipment Mfg Corp.
Make / Model Years : 	COACH AND EQUIPMENT / 2014-2015
Subject : 	Wheel Chair Lift Platform Cracking/Big Pivot Holes
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V398
Manufacturer : 	Ameritrans Bus, Inc.
Make / Model Years : 	AMERITRANS / 2015-2016
Subject : 	Wheel Chair Lift Platform Cracking/Big Pivot Holes
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V405
Manufacturer : 	Blue Bird Body Company
Make / Model Years : 	BLUE BIRD / 2015-2017
Subject : 	Wheel Chair Lift Platform Cracking/Big Pivot Holes
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V424
Manufacturer : 	Maserati North America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : 	MASERATI / 2014
Subject : 	Driver may Exit Vehicle when it is not in PARK
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V430
Manufacturer : 	Nissan North America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : 	INFINITI / 2014-2016
Subject : 	Software May Reduce Steering Ability
	
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 	16V437
Manufacturer : 	Thor Motor Coach
Make / Model Years : 	THOR MOTOR COACH / 2014-2016
Subject : 	Trailer Brakes may Stay Activated
	

What is a recall?
When a manufacturer or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) determines that a car or item of motor vehicle equipment creates an unreasonable risk to safety or fails to meet minimum safety standards, the manufacturer is required to fix that car or equipment at no cost to the consumer. That can be done by repairing it, replacing it, offering a refund (for equipment) or, in rare cases, repurchasing the car.

What should I do if my vehicle is included in this recall?
If your vehicle is included in this recall, it is very important that you get it fixed as soon as possible given the potential danger to you and your passengers if it is not addressed. You should receive a separate letter in the mail from the vehicle manufacturer, notifying you of the recall and explaining when the remedy will be available, whom to contact to repair your vehicle or equipment, and to remind you that the repair will be done at no charge to you. If you believe your vehicle is included in the recall, but you do not receive a letter in the mail from the vehicle manufacturer, please call NHTSA's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236, or contact your vehicle manufacturer or dealership.

Thank you for your attention to this important safety matter and for your commitment to helping save lives on America's roadways.