Recall 18V559 covers 31 2018-2019 Holiday Rambler Prodigy and Pulse motorhomes for generator-exhaust fire risk. Repair is free at a franchised Holiday Rambler dealer.
Holiday Rambler is recalling 31 2018-2019 Prodigy and Pulse motorhomes equipped with diesel-fuel generators because a generator exhaust pipe was installed close to the polypropylene waste water tank. If the pipe contacts the tank, heat can melt the plastic and increase fire risk; Holiday Rambler dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The diesel generator exhaust pipe on these 2018-2019 Holiday Rambler Prodigy and Pulse motorhomes carries hot exhaust gases away from the generator and out from under the coach. The gray-water waste tank is a polypropylene tank that holds sink and shower wastewater. Those parts need physical space between them because the exhaust pipe gets hot during generator operation.
On affected motorhomes, the diesel generator exhaust pipe was routed too close to the gray-water tank, or in contact with it. Heat from the pipe can soften or melt the polypropylene tank. The issue comes from incorrect exhaust routing during production, not from the tank being used normally.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner is not expected to hear, smell, or feel a clear change before the tank is damaged. The repair is to route the diesel generator exhaust pipe so it does not contact the gray-water waste tank.
Who's affected?
Covers the Prodigy and Pulse model lines across the 2018 and 2019 model years, with the same recreational vehicle/trailer equipment component listed for each.
| 2019 Holiday Rambler Prodigy | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
|---|---|
| 2018 Holiday Rambler Prodigy | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2018 Fleetwood Pulse | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| Units affected | 31 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific motorhome.
What's the safety risk?
If the generator exhaust pipe contacts the waste water tank, the tank can melt and fire risk increases. There is no known warning sign before the tank is damaged, so schedule the repair soon if your VIN is included. Repair is free at any franchised Holiday Rambler dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018-2019 Prodigy or Pulse motorhome is included in this Holiday Rambler recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Holiday Rambler dealer to schedule the free generator-exhaust routing correction and waste-water-tank repair.
- Bring the recall notice if REV mailed one. If not, reference recall number 18V559 when you call.
- Avoid using the diesel generator until the repair is complete if you smell heat, smoke, or burning plastic near the waste water tank.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Holiday Rambler technician corrects the generator exhaust pipe routing so it is no longer too close to the polypropylene waste water tank. The technician also repairs the waste water tank if heat exposure damaged it. Parts and labor are free under the recall. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through the new vehicle warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because all affected units are covered by that warranty. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| August 23, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 12, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| October 12, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 16, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 16, 2018 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| October 16, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V559?
Recall 18V559 covers 31 2018-2019 Holiday Rambler Prodigy and Pulse motorhomes equipped with diesel-fuel generators. The generator exhaust pipe can be routed too close to the polypropylene waste water tank. Contact can melt the tank and increase fire risk. Dealers correct the exhaust routing and repair the tank for free.
What should I do if my 2018-2019 Holiday Rambler Prodigy or Pulse is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 18V559. If it is, contact a franchised Holiday Rambler dealer to schedule the generator exhaust pipe routing repair. Reference recall number 18V559 or REV recall number 180817REV when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 18V559, dealers will correct the generator exhaust pipe routing and repair the waste water tank for free.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. If the generator exhaust pipe contacts the waste water tank, heat from the exhaust can melt the tank. The free repair moves the exhaust routing away from the tank and repairs tank damage tied to the recall.
What if I bought this motorhome used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2018-2019 Holiday Rambler Prodigy or Pulse is included, then call a franchised Holiday Rambler dealer with recall number 18V559.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V559000 |
|---|---|
| Holiday Rambler customer service | 1-800-509-3417 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V559 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V559000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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