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Vehicle recall · NHTSA · Published April 23, 2019

JEEP WRANGLER (2018) recall — Equipment

American Fastbacks recalls 2018 Jeep Wranglers with roof tents that may crack or detach while moving, creating road hazards. Owners should contact customer service for updates.

🇺🇸 NHTSA recall #19V320000VehicleAmerican Fastbacks ›
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What happened, in plain English

American Fastbacks is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles with roof tents that may crack or break, potentially detaching while moving. This could create a road hazard and increase crash risk. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1225072-2018-jeep-wrangler-roof-tent-recall-risk-of-tent-detaching.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1225072-2018-jeep-wrangler-roof-tent-recall-risk-of-tent-detaching · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #19V320000

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“2018 Jeep Wrangler Roof Tent Recall: Risk of Tent Detaching During Movement.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1225072-2018-jeep-wrangler-roof-tent-recall-risk-of-tent-detaching. Based on NHTSA recall #19V320000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V320000).

Why it’s dangerous

The roof top tent cover may crack or break during use, causing it to detach from the vehicle while moving. This creates a road hazard that could lead to a crash.

Who’s affected

Owners of 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles with roof top tents installed are affected. Those who drive with the tent attached while moving are at higher risk.

How to tell if you have this one

This recall applies to 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles sold with a roof top tent installed. The recall began May 9, 2019, and is also included in recall 19V-190.

  • Brand
    American Fastbacks
  • Category
    Vehicle
Based on the official NHTSA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Contact Customer Service

    Owners should contact American Fastbacks customer service at 1-844-533-7997 extension 301 for updates on the remedy.

Official remedy

What NHTSA says to do

The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall began May 9, 2019. Owners may contact American Fastbacks customer service at 1-844-533-7997 extension 301. Note: Vehicles in this recall are also included in recall 19V-190.

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Questions people ask

Why is my Jeep Wrangler being recalled?

The roof top tent cover may crack or break, causing it to detach while moving and creating a road hazard.

How can I tell if my vehicle is affected?

This recall applies to 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles sold with a roof top tent installed.

What should I do if I have this vehicle?

Contact American Fastbacks customer service at 1-844-533-7997 extension 301 for updates on the remedy.

Take action

Contact American Fastbacks

We’ve drafted a message you can send American Fastbacks to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall 19V320000 — American Fastbacks American Fastbacks

Hello,

I own a American Fastbacks that is covered by recall 19V320000 from American Fastbacks.

The official recall notice states: The remedy for this recall is still under development.  The recall began May 9, 2019.  Owners may contact American Fastbacks customer service at 1-844-533-7997 extension 301.  Note: Vehicles in this recall are also included in recall 19V-190.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

  • Official source: NHTSA Recall #19V320000 (April 23, 2019)
  • Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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