Roadtrek CS Adventurous recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 24, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. recalls 2014 Roadtrek — 5 models

Recall number

15V404000

Brand / firm

Roadtrek

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 335 units

Why it was recalled

If the front thorax air bag fails to deploy in the event of a crash, the seat occupant has a increased risk of injury.

What was recalled

Roadtrek Motorhomes Inc. (Roadtrek) is recalling certain model year 2014 CS Adventurous, E-Trek, RS Adventurous, SS Agile, and TS Adventurous vehicles manufactured from September 18, 2013, through April 9, 2015, and built on a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Chassis. The affected vehicles have electrical wiring connections under the front seats that can become dislodged or damaged and prevent the optional front seat SH9 Thorax air bags from deploying.

What to do

Roadtrek will notify owners, and dealers will modify the electrical connections, free of charge. The recall began on August 20, 2015. Owners may contact Roadtrek customer service at 1-888-762-3873.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.