Recall 24V966 covers 196 2024 Storyteller Overland Mystic, Classic, Beast Mode, and Stealth vehicles for alternator overheating. Free repair at dealers.
Storyteller Overland is recalling 196 2024 Mystic, Classic, Beast Mode, and Stealth vehicles because an improperly torqued internal component can make the secondary alternator short circuit and overheat. An overheated alternator increases the risk of fire, and Storyteller Overland dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The secondary alternator in the 2024 Storyteller Overland Mystic, Classic, Beast Mode, and Stealth vehicles is part of the electrical charging system. While the engine runs, it produces electrical current for the auxiliary power setup and keeps the battery system charged. The alternator has internal fasteners and electrical parts that need to stay tight and properly aligned.
In the recalled alternators, an internal component was not torqued correctly during manufacturing. That loose or improperly secured part can let the alternator short circuit and overheat. Storyteller Overland traced the issue to an early production batch identified by its supplier, and replacement alternators are outside that suspect group.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner will not have a reliable sound, light, or driving symptom that proves the alternator is about to overheat.
Who's affected?
Covers four Storyteller Overland builds, Mystic, Classic, Beast Mode, and Stealth, all tied to the same 48V BSG alternator.
| 2024 Storyteller Overland Mystic | electrical system |
|---|---|
| 2024 Storyteller Overland Classic | electrical system |
| 2024 Storyteller Overland Beast Mode | electrical system |
| 2024 Storyteller Overland Stealth | electrical system |
| Units affected | 196 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 2 field incidents to date. |
A matching 2024 Storyteller Overland model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
An overheated alternator increases the risk of fire. If your VIN is included, schedule the alternator replacement soon and avoid unnecessary driving until the repair is complete. Repair is free at any franchised Storyteller Overland dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024 Storyteller Overland Mystic, Classic, Beast Mode, or Stealth vehicle is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Storyteller Overland dealer to schedule the free secondary-alternator replacement that fixes the short-circuit and overheating risk.
- Bring the owner letter if Storyteller Overland mailed one. If not, reference recall number 24V966 when you call.
- Call Storyteller Overland customer service at 1-888-999-7442 if you need help finding repair availability or confirming the dealer appointment.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Storyteller Overland technician replaces the alternator covered by this recall. The replacement part and labor are free under the recall. If you've already paid for this alternator repair, contact Storyteller Overland at warranty@storytelleroverland.com with repair details, pictures of the completed repair and remedied part, and a labor sheet or invoice. Storyteller Overland will coordinate reimbursement after it receives proof of satisfactory completion and your invoice.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 23, 2024 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 13, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| February 20, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| February 20, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| February 21, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 24V966?
Recall 24V966 covers 196 2024 Storyteller Overland Mystic, Classic, Beast Mode, and Stealth vehicles with a secondary alternator issue. An improperly torqued internal component can short circuit and overheat the alternator, increasing fire risk. Dealers will replace the alternator for free.
What should I do if my 2024 Storyteller Overland Mystic, Classic, Beast Mode, or Stealth is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 24V966. If it is, contact a Storyteller Overland dealer to schedule the alternator replacement. Reference recall number 24V966 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 24V966, dealers will replace the affected alternator free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. The recalled vehicles have an improperly torqued internal alternator component that can short circuit and overheat. If your VIN is included, schedule the free alternator replacement and ask the dealer what driving guidance applies before your appointment.
When were owners notified about recall 24V966?
Storyteller Overland mailed owner notification letters on February 13, 2025. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, your VIN still decides whether the recall applies. You can also call Storyteller customer service at 1-888-999-7442.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/24V966000 |
|---|---|
| Storyteller Overland customer service | 1-888-999-7442 |
| NHTSA recall # | 24V966 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 24V966000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (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 →