The problem
Triple E Recreational Vehicles (Triple E) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Unity U24IB, U24TB, U24RL, Wonder W24RL, and W24RTB vehicles. The 12-volt wire for the illuminated assist handle is routed too close to the refrigerator exhaust, which could melt the wire and blow the fuse.
The risk
A melted wire and blown fuse can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will install foil tape over the 12-volt wire, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 14, 2021. Owners may contact Triple E customer service at 1-877-992-9906. Triple E's number for this recall is CA#9949-1.
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.nhtsa.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 Triple E, Triple E RV dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 21V673000.
- 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.