Recall 26V274 covers 357 2023 Storyteller Overland Classic, Beast Mode, and Stealth vehicles for misrouted coolant lines. Repair will be free.
Storyteller Overland is recalling 357 2023 Classic, Beast Mode, and Stealth AWD vehicles because improperly routed coolant lines can overheat the engine and cause a loss of drive power. That loss of drive power increases crash risk, and the dealer repair will be free once Storyteller Overland makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The coolant lines on 2023 Storyteller Overland Classic, Beast Mode, and Stealth AWD vehicles carry engine coolant through the chassis cooling system. Coolant absorbs heat from the engine and moves it to the cooling system so the engine can stay within its operating range. These lines have to be routed with enough clearance and the right connections so coolant flow is not restricted.
On the recalled vehicles, the coolant lines were routed incorrectly. That routing can interfere with the cooling system's normal flow and allow the engine to overheat. If the engine overheats, the vehicle can lose drive power, which is the safety concern described in recall 26V274. Storyteller Overland's repair removes the Rixen secondary heat exchanger loop from the chassis cooling system.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner should not count on a sound, smell, gauge change, or dashboard message before the overheating problem affects drive power.
Who's affected?
Covers three Storyteller Overland van models from the 2023 model year, all tied to the same cooling-system hose, line, piping, and fitting component.
| 2023 Storyteller Overland Classic | Hoses/lines/piping/fittings |
|---|---|
| 2023 Storyteller Overland Beast Mode | Hoses/lines/piping/fittings |
| 2023 Storyteller Overland Stealth | Hoses/lines/piping/fittings |
| Units affected | 357 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific van.
What's the safety risk?
A loss of drive power can leave the vehicle without propulsion in traffic and increases the risk of a crash. If your VIN is included, drive cautiously and schedule the recall repair when it becomes available. Repair will be free at any franchised Storyteller Overland dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023 Storyteller Overland Classic, Beast Mode, or Stealth is included in this recall.
- Watch for Storyteller Overland's owner letter expected June 24, 2026, before scheduling the dealer repair.
- Call Storyteller Overland customer service at 1-888-999-7442 with questions and reference recall number 26V274 when you call.
- Ask whether the free secondary heat exchanger loop removal is open; that repair removes the coolant-line routing that can overheat the engine and cause loss of drive power.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Pull over safely if the engine overheats or drive power drops.
What happens at the repair
When the dealer repair opens, a Storyteller Overland technician will remove the secondary heat exchanger loop covered by the recall. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered. If you've paid for this repair, contact Storyteller at service@storytelleroverland.com with repair details, pictures of the completed repair and remedied part, and a labor sheet or invoice. After Storyteller receives proof of satisfactory completion and your invoice, it will coordinate reimbursement. The source states there are no time frame or eligibility restrictions for this repair reimbursement.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 29, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 24, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| June 24, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V274?
Recall 26V274 covers 357 2023 Storyteller Overland Classic, Beast Mode, and Stealth AWD vehicles with improperly routed coolant lines. The lines can overheat the engine and cause a loss of drive power, increasing crash risk. Dealers will remove the secondary heat exchanger loop for free.
What should I do if my 2023 Storyteller Overland Classic, Beast Mode, or Stealth is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 26V274. If it is, contact a franchised Storyteller Overland dealer or Storyteller customer service at 1-888-999-7442 for repair scheduling. Reference recall 26V274 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the defect at no cost. For recall 26V274, Storyteller Overland dealers will remove the secondary heat exchanger loop free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of drive power. Storyteller Overland says improperly routed coolant lines can overheat the engine, and NHTSA campaign 26V274 states that a loss of drive power increases crash risk.
When will Storyteller Overland notify owners?
Storyteller Overland expects to mail owner notification letters on June 24, 2026. A mailed letter is helpful, but the VIN decides whether your exact vehicle is included. Used-vehicle owners and recent buyers should check their VIN instead of waiting for mail.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V274000 |
|---|---|
| Storyteller Overland customer service | 1-888-999-7442 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V274 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V274000 |
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →