The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued four recalls. Today the issues encompass faulty wiring and fuel leaks that could catch on fire. Additionally, there are issues with wheels with improper markings raising a potential hazard and wheels that might fall off.
Obviously these issues raise the possibility of injury or worse.
| Vehicle Make / Model: | | Model Year(s): |
| SETRA / S407 CC | | 2012-2013 |
| SETRA / S417 | | 2009 |
| SETRA / S417TC | | 2011-2013 |
| Manufacturer: SETRA OF NORTH AMERICA | Report Receipt Date: NOV 23, 2012 |
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V547000 | NHTSA Action Number: N/A |
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| Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING |
| Potential Number of Units Affected: 203 |
Summary:
 Setra is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 S417, S417TC, and S407CC motorcoaches, manufactured from May 2009 through June 2012. An incorrect routing of the ground wire near the alternator may lead to the chaffing and abrasion of the wire. |
Consequence:
A damaged alternator ground wire could result in a short circuit and may lead to a vehicle fire. |
Remedy:
Setra's designated importer, Motor Coach Industries (MCI), will be conducting this recall. MCI will notify owners and will reroute the wiring free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin in mid-December 2012. Owners may contact Motor Coach Industries at 1-502-318-3077. |
Notes:
Setra's recall campaign number is 15.40U08377A. 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.safercar.gov. |
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| Vehicle Make / Model: | | Model Year(s): |
| FORD / ESCAPE | | 2013 |
| FORD / FUSION | | 2013 |
| Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company | Report Receipt Date: DEC 03, 2012 |
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V551000 | NHTSA Action Number: N/A |
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| Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Potential Number of Units Affected: 80,057 |
Summary:
Ford is recalling certain 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured from October 5, 2011, through November 26, 2012 equipped with 1.6L engines; and 2013 Fusion vehicles manufactured from February 3, 2012, through November 29, 2012 equipped with 1.6L engines. The engines may overheat leading to fluid leaks that may come in contact with the hot exhaust system. |
Consequence:
Fluid leaks in the presence of an ignition source such as a hot exhaust system may result in a fire. |
Remedy:
The remedy for this recall campaign is still under development. Until the recall remedy has been performed, Ford is advising owners to contact their dealer or call the Ford telephone hotline to arrange alternate transportation. The safety recall is expected to begin on, or before, December 7, 2012. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-866-436-7332. |
Notes:
Ford's recall campaign number is 12S41. 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.safercar.gov. |
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| Equipment Brand Name / Part No. or Model No.: | | Production Dates: |
| TRP / ALUMINUM WHEEL | | Information not Available |
| Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated | Report Receipt Date: NOV 23, 2012 |
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12E053000 | NHTSA Action Number: N/A |
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| Component: WHEELS:RIM |
| Potential Number of Units Affected: 8,060 |
Summary:
PACCAR is recalling certain TRP branded aluminum wheels sold for resale in the aftermarket with one of the following part numbers AW2258B, AW2258M, AW2458B, or AW2458M. The rim markings on these wheels were etched to a depth less than the minimum requirements. Thus, these wheels fail to conform to the rim marking requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 120, "Tire Selection and Rims for Motor Vehicles Other Than Passenger Cars." |
Consequence:
Without proper rim markings, owners may not be able to identify affected wheels in the event of a wheel recall. Defective or noncompliant wheels that are not remedied are at an increased risk of performance failure, and thereby increase the risk of a crash or other safety hazard to motorists. |
Remedy:
PACCAR will notify owners and replace the rims free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during December 2012. Owners may contact PACCAR at 1-425-468-7400. |
Notes:
PACCAR's recall campaign number is PPD1202. 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.safercar.gov. |
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| Vehicle Make / Model: | | Model Year(s): |
| CARGO MATE / BLAZER | | 2011-2012 |
| CARGO MATE / CARGO MATE | | 2011-2012 |
| CARGO MATE / ECOMONY HAULER | | 2012 |
| CARGO MATE / ECONO HAULER | | 2011-2012 |
| CARGO MATE / ECONOMY HAULER | | 2011 |
| CARGO MATE / ELIMINATOR | | 2011-2012 |
| CARGO MATE / MULTIPLE PURPOSE TRAILER | | 2011-2012 |
| CARGO MATE / QUALIFIER | | 2011-2012 |
| CARGO MATE / SNOWBIRD | | 2011-2012 |
| CARGO MATE / SS SERIES | | 2011-2012 |
| CARGO MATE / TRAVEL COMPANION | | 2011-2012 |
| CONTINENTAL CARGO / AUTO MASTER | | 2011-2012 |
| CONTINENTAL CARGO / AUTO PLUS | | 2011-2012 |
| CONTINENTAL CARGO / CONTINENTAL CARGO | | 2011-2012 |
| CONTINENTAL CARGO / JUNIOR AUTOMASTER | | 2011-2012 |
| CONTINENTAL CARGO / RS SERIES | | 2011-2012 |
| CONTINENTAL CARGO / TAILWIND | | 2011-2012 |
| CONTINENTAL CARGO / VALUE HAULER | | 2011-2012 |
| RANCE ALUMINUM TRAILER / LIGHTNING | | 2011-2012 |
| RANCE ALUMINUM TRAILER / LOW RIDER | | 2011-2012 |
| RANCE ALUMINUM TRAILER / OUTLAW | | 2011-2012 |
| RANCE ALUMINUM TRAILER / RANGER | | 2011-2012 |
| RANCE ALUMINUM TRAILER / V-LOW | | 2011-2012 |
| ROCKPORT / WORK N TOW | | 2011-2012 |
| Manufacturer: FOREST RIVER, INC. | Report Receipt Date: NOV 23, 2012 |
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V543000 | NHTSA Action Number: N/A |
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| Component: WHEELS |
| Potential Number of Units Affected: 2,200 |
Summary:
Forest River is recalling certain model 2011 and 2012 trailers manufactured from August 11, 2011, through April 11, 2012, equipped with Carlisle Toy Hauler series trailer wheels. These wheels were manufactured with machine dimensions for the application of a center cap and the application of steel lug inserts that were not controlled to the required specifications. As a result, the wheel may not be tightened to the proper torque during the mounting process. |
Consequence:
If the wheels are not tightened to the proper torque, the wheels could loosen, leading to wheel separation, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. A detached wheel also becomes a road hazard. |
Remedy:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheels free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during December 2012. Owners may contact Forest River at 1-574-389-4600. |
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.safercar.gov. |
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