NHTSA Recall 12V187000: Auxillary tank (fuel system)
CROSSROADS RV reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 24 vehicles. It affects 2012 Crossroads Elevation.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V187000 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE › AUXILLARY TANK |
| Report received | April 30, 2012 |
| Owner notification | June 28, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Crossroads is recalling certain model year 2012 elevation recreational vehicles, manufactured from november 7, 2011, through february 22, 2012. The onboard, auxiliary fuel storage tank is installed too high, which does not permit the tank to be filled properly. As a result, fuel may come back out of the fuel filler neck and spill.
Safety risk
In the presence of an ignition source, this could cause a fire or an explosion which may result in personal injury or death.
Remedy
Crossroads will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank mounting brackets free of charge. The recall began on june 28, 2012. Owners may contact thor at 937-596-6849 or crossroads at 260-593-2866.
Notes
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V187000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Crossroads Elevation | 2012 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.