Recall 23V712 covers 70 2017-2022 Midwest Automotive Design Luxe Cruiser, Ultimate Club J, and Ultimate Presidential motorhomes. Free steel-wheel replacement at dealers.
Midwest Automotive Design is recalling 70 2017-2022 Ultimate Presidential, Luxe Cruiser, and Ultimate Club J motorhomes because alloy wheels installed on the vehicles are not rated for the vehicle weight. The wheels can crack and fail, and a cracked or broken wheel increases crash risk; the dealer repair is free.
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What's wrong?
The alloy wheel on these 2017-2022 Midwest Automotive Design Ultimate Presidential, Luxe Cruiser, and Ultimate Club J motorhomes is the rim that holds the tire and carries the weight at each corner. On the Mercedes Super Single Chassis, the rear wheels also carry heavy axle load, so the rim rating has to match that load.
Affected motorhomes were built with Brabus Monoblock E 18-inch alloy wheels or 16-inch Mercedes alloy wheels that were not rated for the rear axle weight. The filings describe an axle rated at 7059 pounds, with alloy rims rated below that requirement. Under normal use, the overstressed rim can crack; if the crack grows, the wheel can fail instead of holding the tire securely.
There is no warning sign before failure. A cracked rim was found during service, but owners should not rely on a shake, noise, or warning light to appear first.
Who's affected?
Spans Ultimate Presidential, Luxe Cruiser, and Ultimate Club J vans across 2017-2022, all tied to the same Brabus Monoblock E wheel.
| 2017 Midwest Automotive Design Ultimate Presidential | wheel hardware |
|---|---|
| 2021 Midwest Automotive Design Luxe Cruiser | wheel hardware |
| 2019 Midwest Automotive Design Luxe Cruiser | wheel hardware |
| 2020 Midwest Automotive Design Luxe Cruiser | wheel hardware |
| 2019 Midwest Automotive Design Ultimate Club J | wheel hardware |
| 2017 Midwest Automotive Design Ultimate Club J | wheel hardware |
| 2021 Midwest Automotive Design Ultimate Presidential | wheel hardware |
| 2018 Midwest Automotive Design Luxe Cruiser | wheel hardware |
| 2022 Midwest Automotive Design Ultimate Club J | wheel hardware |
| 2020 Midwest Automotive Design Ultimate Club J | wheel hardware |
| 2019 Midwest Automotive Design Ultimate Presidential | wheel hardware |
| 2020 Midwest Automotive Design Ultimate Presidential | wheel hardware |
| 2022 Midwest Automotive Design Ultimate Presidential | wheel hardware |
| 2018 Midwest Automotive Design Ultimate Club J | wheel hardware |
| 2022 Midwest Automotive Design Luxe Cruiser | wheel hardware |
| 2017 Midwest Automotive Design Luxe Cruiser | wheel hardware |
| 2021 Midwest Automotive Design Ultimate Club J | wheel hardware |
| 2018 Midwest Automotive Design Ultimate Presidential | wheel hardware |
| Units affected | 70 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific van is included.
What's the safety risk?
A cracked or broken wheel increases the risk of a crash. There is no known warning sign before failure, so schedule the recall repair soon and drive cautiously until the wheels are replaced. Repair is free at any franchised Midwest Automotive Design dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017-2022 Midwest Automotive Design Ultimate Presidential, Luxe Cruiser, or Ultimate Club J is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Midwest Automotive Design dealer to schedule the free wheel replacement.
- Ask the dealer to remove the alloy wheels and install steel wheels, the repair for wheels that can crack and fail under the motorhome's weight.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 23V712 when you call or arrive.
- Limit driving until the steel wheels are installed, and stop using the motorhome if a wheel shows cracking or damage.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Midwest Automotive Design technician removes the alloy wheels installed on the affected motorhome and replaces them with steel wheels. The recall repair is available now, and the wheels, parts, and labor are free under the recall. Midwest provides the needed components at no charge and pays the dealer or servicer for installation. Plan for the service visit to take approximately three hours, based on Midwest's repair statement. Owner letters were mailed November 22, 2023.
| Estimated time at dealer | 180 minutes |
|---|
Timeline
| October 23, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 27, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| November 10, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 10, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| November 22, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V712?
Recall 23V712 covers 70 2017-2022 Midwest Automotive Design Luxe Cruiser, Ultimate Club J, and Ultimate Presidential motorhomes with alloy wheels that are not sufficient for the vehicle weight. The wheels can crack or fail, increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the alloy wheels with steel wheels for free.
What should I do if my 2017-2022 Midwest Automotive Design Ultimate Presidential, Luxe Cruiser, or Ultimate Club J is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 23V712. If it is, contact a franchised Midwest Automotive Design dealer or Midwest customer service at 1-574-522-4878 to schedule the wheel replacement. Reference recall number 23V712 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 23V712, dealers will remove the affected alloy wheels and install steel wheels free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a cracked or broken wheel. Because the installed alloy wheels are not sufficient for the vehicle weight, the wheel can crack and fail. A cracked or broken wheel increases the risk of a crash.
When were owners notified about recall 23V712?
Midwest Automotive Design mailed owner notification letters on November 22, 2023. If you bought the motorhome used or never received a letter, check your VIN and reference recall 23V712 when you contact the dealer or Midwest customer service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V712000 |
|---|---|
| Midwest Automotive Design customer service | 1-574-522-4878 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V712 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V712000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →