Recall 19V190 affects 156 2017-2018 American Fastback Stryker, Badlands, Defcon, and Force Recon vehicles for excess weight. American Fastback will repurchase them.
American Fastback is recalling 156 2017-2018 Stryker, Badlands, Defcon, and Force Recon modified Jeep Wrangler vehicles because replacement parts added 400 to 600 pounds above the allowable Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. That excessive weight can reduce vehicle stability and increase crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The structure and added equipment on the 2017-2018 American Fastback Stryker, Badlands, Defcon, and Force Recon are part of the vehicle's finished weight package. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, or GVWR, is the maximum loaded weight the vehicle is built and labeled to carry, including the vehicle, passengers, cargo, fuel, and installed accessories.
On these modified Jeep Wrangler vehicles, replacement parts added too much weight after the vehicle was built. American Fastback reported that affected vehicles can be 400 to 600 pounds over the allowable GVWR, which leaves the vehicle outside the cargo-carrying standard and reduces the weight margin the owner relies on before adding passengers or gear.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner looking at the vehicle will not see a broken structure or a warning light that confirms the weight problem, so the VIN and recall repair path decide whether the vehicle is included.
Who's affected?
Covers 4 American Fastback models across the 2017-2018 model years, all tied to the body or structural component.
| 2017 American Fastback Stryker | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| 2017 American Fastback Badlands | body or structural component |
| 2018 American Fastback Defcon | body or structural component |
| 2018 American Fastback Force Recon | body or structural component |
| 2018 American Fastback Stryker | body or structural component |
| 2017 American Fastback Force Recon | body or structural component |
| 2017 American Fastback Defcon | body or structural component |
| 2018 American Fastback Badlands | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 156 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Excessive vehicle weight can reduce stability and increase crash risk. Avoid adding unnecessary cargo, drive cautiously, and contact American Fastback about the repurchase remedy if your VIN is included. Repair will be free at any franchised American Fastback dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017-2018 American Fastback Stryker, Badlands, Defcon, or Force Recon is included in this recall.
- Review the owner notice American Fastback mailed on April 18, 2019, if you have it.
- Contact American Fastback customer service at 1-844-533-7997 extension 301 to ask about the vehicle repurchase.
- Reference recall number 19V190 when you call so customer service can match the recall to your vehicle.
- Avoid overloading the vehicle while you confirm the repurchase path, since excess weight can affect vehicle stability.
What happens at the repair
For this recall, the remedy is a manufacturer repurchase, not a parts replacement. American Fastback has notified owners, and the manufacturer repurchases the affected 2017-2018 Stryker, Badlands, Defcon, and Force Recon vehicles from owners. There is no dealer repair process listed for this campaign, so do not expect a technician inspection or part replacement as the remedy. Contact American Fastback customer service using the recall notice information to confirm the repurchase steps for your vehicle.
Timeline
| March 7, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 8, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| March 15, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| March 29, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 18, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V190?
Recall 19V190 covers 156 2017-2018 American Fastback Stryker, Badlands, Defcon, and Force Recon modified Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Replacement parts increased vehicle weight by 400 to 600 pounds above the allowable GVWR, which affects stability and crash risk.
What should I do if my 2017-2018 American Fastback Stryker, Badlands, Defcon, or Force Recon is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 19V190. If it is, contact American Fastback or Erwin Hymer customer service at 1-844-533-7997 to arrange the manufacturer repurchase remedy.
Does the recall remedy cost anything?
No. The listed remedy is a manufacturer repurchase, not a dealer parts repair. American Fastback notified owners, and the manufacturer will repurchase affected vehicles under recall 19V190 at no cost to the owner.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced vehicle stability from excess weight. NHTSA campaign 19V190 says the affected modified Jeep Wrangler vehicles exceed the allowable Gross Vehicle Weight Rating by 400 to 600 pounds, increasing crash risk.
What if I bought this American Fastback vehicle used?
The recall still follows the vehicle, not the original owner. Check your VIN to see whether your 2017-2018 American Fastback Stryker, Badlands, Defcon, or Force Recon is included, then reference recall 19V190 when contacting customer service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V190000 |
|---|---|
| American Fastback customer service | 1-844-533-7997 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V190 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V190000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (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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