Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. recalls 2018–2019 Carado, Roadtrek — 8 models

Recall date

October 11, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

18V712000

Brand / firm

Carado, Roadtrek, Hymer

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 172 units

Why it was recalled

If the supplied sealed batteries are replaced with batteries that are not sealed, overcharging the batteries may result in an acid spill, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. (Erwin Hymer) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Hymer Aktiv and Aktiv 2.0, Carado Axion and Banff and Roadtrek Simplicity, Simplicity SRT, Zion and Zion SRT motorhomes. The undermount generator may overcharge the auxiliary batteries, damaging them.

What to do

Erwin Hymer has notified owners, and dealers will install a new internal voltage regulator into the generator, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 2018. Owners may contact Erwin Hymer customer service at 1-800-663-0066.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.