The problem
Starcraft RV (Starcraft) is recalling certain model year 2016 Autumn Ridge trailers, model 339BHTS, manufactured March 27, 2015, to September 22, 2015. The affected trailers have liquid propane (LP) lines and wires routed under the travel trailer. These LP lines and wires may be inadequately protected from road debris.
The risk
Road debris may damage the LP lines and electrical wires, increasing the risk of a propane leak and an electrical short. These conditions may result in a fire.
The fix
The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall began on December 4, 2015. Owners may contact Starcraft customer service at 1-800-945-4787. Starcraft's number for this recall is 9902266.
Contacts
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Starcraft dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 15V692000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.