Recalls for 2015 Starcraft 16rb

DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Posted on: 2014-08-19
Description
Starcraft rv (starcraft) is recalling certain model year 2015 16rb launch travel trailers equipped with the extreme package option, manufactured april 16, 2014, to april 21, 2014.  The information on the federal id label incorrectly indicates an 80psi cold tire inflation pressure instead of the correct pressure of 50psi.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  120, tire selection and rims and motor home/recreation vehicle trailer load carrying capacity information for motor vehicles with a gvwr of more than 4,536 kilograms (10,000 pounds).

Consequence
If the user inflates the tire to the incorrect psi noted on the label, a tire blowout could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Starcraft will notify owners, and dealers will remove the incorrect labels and replace them with a new label with the correct information, free of charge.  The recall began in late august 2014.  Owners may contact starcraft customer service at 1-800-945-4787.  

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.