Storyteller Overland GXV Hilt Recall: Door Switch Issue in 2024-2026 Models
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Storyteller Overland is recalling certain 2024-2026 GXV Hilt recreational vehicles due to a potential electrical system fault that could cause steps to deploy unexpectedly, increasing crash risk.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on April 10, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Storyteller Overland, LLC is recalling certain 2024-2026 GXV Hilt recreational vehicles because the entry door position switch may not make adequate contact, allowing the steps to deploy unexpectedly.
Which Products Are Affected
The affected products are 2024, 2025, and 2026 model year GXV Hilt recreational vehicles manufactured by Storyteller Overland. A total of 222 units are affected. The NHTSA Campaign Number is 26V183000.
What You Should Do
Owners should expect notification letters to be mailed on May 18, 2026. Dealers will install a ground signal to the door switch circuit free of charge. For more information, contact Storyteller customer service at 1-888-999-7442.
Why This Matters
The unexpected deployment of steps while the vehicle is in transit increases the risk of a crash, potentially endangering drivers and passengers.
Source
This recall information is from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) under campaign number 26V183000.
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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