Safety Recall NHTSA · 17V538000 Reported August 30, 2017

Inadequately stripped generator wiring

Rev Recreation Group · Electrical System · 37 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
17V538000
Manufacturer Campaign
170823REV
Manufacturer
Rev Recreation Group
Component
Electrical System
Vehicles Affected
37
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
August 30, 2017
Completion Rate
91.89

Defect Summary

Rev recreation group (rev) is recalling certain 2018 holiday rambler vesta and fleetwood jamboree motorhomes. wires within the generator junction box may have been improperly stripped before being connected.

Safety Consequence

If the wiring was improperly stripped before being connected, an electrical short may result, increasing the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action

Rev will notify owners, and dealers will properly strip and reconnect the junction box wires, free of charge. the recall began on september 22, 2017. owners may contact rev customer service at 1-800-509-3417. rev's number for this recall is 170823rev.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Rev Recreation Group dealer and reference recall ID 17V538000 or campaign 170823REV.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 17V538000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 17V538000?

NHTSA recall 17V538000 was issued by Rev Recreation Group on August 30, 2017. It addresses: Inadequately stripped generator wiring. The recall affects approximately 37 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Rev Recreation Group dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V538000 or the manufacturer campaign number 170823REV. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.