The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued the following recalls:
AIRSTREAM
Air Conditioner May Separate from Trailer
A separated air conditioner can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 1,509
Airstream is recalling certain 2017-2020 Basecamp travel trailers. The mounting bolts that secure the air conditioner to the roof may loosen or break, allowing the air conditioner to separate from the trailer.
The remedy is currently under development. The recall is expected to begin May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 ext. 7401 or 7411.
ALUMINUM TRAILER CO. (ATC)
Safety Chains Could Break
The safety chains could break if the trailer disconnects from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 233
Aluminum Trailer Co. (ATC) is recalling certain 2018-2021 ARV Gamechanger and ARV Pro Bumper Pull trailers equipped with tandem 6,000-pound axles. The safety chains installed are rated at 11,700 pounds, which is insufficient for the trailer.
The remedy is currently under development, and ATC has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact ATC customer service at 1-877-441-2440 ext. 342.
DAIMLER VANS USA
Brake Pedal Bolt Could Come Loose
Malfunctioning brake lights can fail to alert other motorists of the driver’s intention, increasing the risk of a crash.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 56,534
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The retaining washer and bolt that connect the brake pedal to the bearing block may come loose and detach. This could cause the brake lights to stay illuminated, even when the brake pedal is not pressed.
The remedy is currently under development. The recall is expected to begin April 19, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA’s number for this recall is VS3BREBOL.
Incorrect Lock for Electric Sliding Door/FMVSS 226
In the event of a crash, the sliding door could dislocate more than intended, and increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 56
DVUSA is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mercedes Benz Sprinter vehicles equipped with an optional electric sliding door. The auxiliary lock on the sliding door may be the incorrect type for an electric sliding door. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, “Ejection Mitigation.”
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will convert the sliding door from electric to manual function, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 12, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA’s number for this recall is VS3SCHIEBT.
HIGHLAND RIDGE RV
Stove Saddle Valves May Leak Gas
A gas leak can increase the risk of a fire.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 2,906
Highland Ridge is recalling certain 2019-2020 Open Range, Mesa Ridge, Highlander, Silverstar fifth wheels and 2019-2020 Open Range, Mesa Ridge and Silverstar travel trailers equipped with Dometic 3 burner cooking stoves. The saddle valve securing bolt may be overtightened, possibly damaging the O-ring seal and causing a continuous gas leak.
Highland Ridge will notify owners, and dealers will install a remedy kit of gaskets, washers, thread locker bolts, and two round orange labels, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 16, 2021. Owners may contact Highland Ridge customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Highland Ridge’s number for this recall is 9904564.
JAYCO
Incorrectly Routed Furnace Hose May Cause Gas Leak
A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of fire or explosion.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 29
Jayco is recalling certain 2021 Jayco Embark and Entegra Reatta Class A Motorhomes. The LP furnace hose may be routed incorrectly, which could restrict the gas flow or cause chafing against surrounding components, resulting in a gas leak.
Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will remove the existing LP line, and install a new extended gas manifold, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 16, 2021. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137. Jayco’s number for this recall is 9903565.
Stove Saddle Valves May Leak Gas
A gas leak can increase the risk of a fire.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 18,636
Jayco is recalling certain 2019-2020 Jayco White Hawk, Jay Flight SLX, Jay Feather and Jay Flight travel trailers equipped with Dometic 3 burner cooking stoves. The saddle valve securing bolt may be overtightened, possibly damaging the o-ring seal and causing a continuous gas leak.
Jayco will notify owners, and Dometic service centers will install a remedy kit of gaskets, washers, thread locker bolts, and two round orange labels, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 30, 2021. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco’s number for this recall is 9901566.
NEWMAR CORP.
Brake Pedal Return Spring Missing
Malfunctioning brake lights can fail to alert other motorists of the driver’s intention, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, brakes remaining unintentionally engaged on a towed vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 141
Newmar is recalling certain 2021 Dutch Star, New Aire and Ventana motorhomes. The adjustable brake pedal assembly may be missing a return spring. This may cause the brake lights to stay illuminated after the brake pedal is released. Also, in certain towed vehicles, the brakes may stay engaged after the brake pedal is released.
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake pedal assembly, and install a return spring if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 16, 2021. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar’s number for this recall is 21V 108.
