2014 Hymer Aktiv problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2014 Hymer Aktiv — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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How does 2014 compare to other Aktiv years?

Aktiv NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2014 Hymer Aktiv have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

18V001000OtherJanuary 2, 2018 · 5,185 units

Defect

Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. (Erwin Hymer) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Roadtrek E-trek, CS Adventurous, RS Adventurous, SS Agile, Zion, Zion SRT, Simplicity, Simplicity SRT, Hymer Aktiv, Aktiv 2.0, Sonne, Carado Banff, Axion, and Sunlight Van One vehicles. These motorhomes are equipped with Kidde E10 or EH10 Fire Extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher.

Consequence

If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.

Remedy

Erwin Hymer will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 8, 2018. Owners may contact Erwin Hymer customer service at 1-844-413-8245, or Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. For additional guidance consumers can contact Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc., customer service line at 844-496-3735. Erwin Hymer's number for this recall is 17E062000.

2014 Hymer Aktiv — common questions

Is the 2014 Hymer Aktiv reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2014 Hymer Aktiv have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2014 Hymer Aktiv. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2014 compare to other Aktiv years?

Does the 2014 Hymer Aktiv have recalls?

2014 Hymer Aktiv — common questions

Is the 2014 Hymer Aktiv reliable?

Does the 2014 Hymer Aktiv have recalls?

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