2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT
Posted on: 2013-08-26
Description
Aluminum trailer company (atc) is recalling certain model year 2013 quest trailers manufactured february 26, 2013, through april 10, 2013. Due to a design change in the dometic-brand power awning motor assembly, the motor assembly screws may unknowingly shear.
Consequence
If the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Atc will notify owners, and dometic staff will replace the affected motors with one of a different design. The recall began on september 6, 2013. Owners may contact atc at 1-574-773-8360 or dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. Owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #2 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Posted on: 2013-10-24
Description
Aluminum trailer company (atc) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 quest, rsx, and raven trailers manufactured january 2008 through april 2013 and equipped with fastec-brand door locks. It may be possible to remove the key from the lock in a way that potentially jams the deadbolt.
Consequence
If the deadbolt jams, the interior side of the door lock may also jam. A person inside the travel trailer at the time will then be locked in and be unable to exit the vehicle without using the emergency exit, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Atc will notify owners, and fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on november 18, 2013. Owners may contact atc at 1-574-773-2440 or fastec at 1-800-837-2505.
Notes
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.