The problem
Black Series Campers Inc. (Black Series) is recalling certain 2020-2021 C12, C13, C15, HQ12, HQ15, HQ17, HQ19, HQ19T, HQ21, and HQ22T trailers equipped with Curt emergency breakaway kits, part numbers 52041 and 52044. When the breakaway system pin is pulled and not replaced, the system battery may become depleted and draw electricity through the main battery. This can overload the electrical system.
The risk
An overloaded electrical system can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Black Series will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected components, free of charge. The recall began on March 29, 2021. Owners may contact Black Series customer service at 1-833-822-6737.
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 Black Series Campers dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 21V116000.
- 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.