The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·19V320000·Announced 2019-04-23

Jeep Wrangler Recall for Roof Top Tent Cover Detachment Risk

American Fastbacks is recalling 2018 Jeep Wranglers with roof top tents because the cover may crack and detach while driving, creating a road hazard.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where a detached component could create a road hazard and increase crash risk, but no injuries or fatalities have been reported.

Plain-English summary

Erwin Hymer Group USA LP dba American Fastbacks is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles sold with a roof top tent installed. The recall involves 94 vehicles.

The top cover of the roof top tent may crack or break, possibly resulting in the cover detaching from the vehicle while moving. If the cover detaches, it can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall began May 9, 2019. Owners may contact American Fastbacks customer service at 1-844-533-7997 extension 301. 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. Note: Vehicles in this recall are also included in recall 19V-190.

The recalled product

Product
JEEP WRANGLER
Brand
JEEP
Manufacturer
EHG USA LP dba American Fastbacks
Category
Vehicle — Roof Top Tent
Hazard
Affected units
94

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • WRANGLER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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