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NHTSA·Cars and vehicles·April 29, 2026

Storyteller Overland recalls 2023 Stealth, Classic and Beast Mode AWD vehicles over badly routed coolant lines

Coolant lines that are routed the wrong way can make the engine overheat and cause a loss of drive power, which raises the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will remove the secondary heat exchanger loop for free. Owners may call Storyteller customer service at 1-888-999-7442.

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Recall details

Product
Storyteller Overland Beast Mode, Classic, Stealth 2023
Company
Storyteller Overland
Hazard
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Units
357 vehicles
Owner notification
June 24, 2026
Reported to NHTSA
April 29, 2026
Identifiers
  • NHTSA campaign number: 26V274000
  • Model years: 2023

The headline, summary and steps above are written in plain English from the official notice below. Identifiers are copied exactly as the agency published them. Always check the official notice before you act.

Official notice

The notice's own wording from NHTSA.

Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
Defect
Storyteller Overland, LLC (Storyteller) is recalling certain 2023 Stealth, Classic, and Beast Mode vehicles equipped with AWD. Improperly routed coolant lines may overheat the engine, causing a loss of drive power.
Consequence
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective action
Dealers will remove the secondary heat exchanger loop, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 24, 2026. Owners may contact Storyteller customer service at 1-888-999-7442.

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