2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Posted on: 2015-06-23
Description
Starcraft rv (starcraft) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 ar-one tt trailers and 2014-2016 comet ct hard sided camping trailers, models 28v, 28p, 28r, 28s, 28v, 28w, bc, and bh, manufactured june 3, 2013, to february 6, 2015 and equipped with the extreme package option. The affected trailers have certification labels that incorrectly state a tire size of st205/75r 14c when the actual tire size is lt235/75r 15c. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 cfr part 567, certification.
Consequence
If the operator installs the incorrect tires due to the information on the certification label, vehicle handling could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Starcraft will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected label, free of charge. The recall began on july 17, 2015. Owners may contact starcraft customer service at 1-800-945-4787. Starcraft's number for this recall is 9902240.
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 - EQUIPMENT
Posted on: 2017-11-28
Description
Starcraft rv (starcraft) is recalling certain 2009-2010 starcraft, centennial, homestead, travel star, travel star exp, travel star sport, autumn ridge and autumn ridge se recreational trailers, 2010 rock star, lexion, emblem and homestead recreational trailers, 2013-2016 comet recreational trailers, 2013-2015 ar-one and launch recreational trailers, 2014-2016 starflyer recreational trailers and 2016 comet hard side recreational trailers. These trailers are equipped with kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17e062-5427.pdf
Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Starcraft will notify owners, and instruct them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on january 15, 2018. Owners may contact starcraft customer service at 1-800-945-4787, or contact kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on product safety recall for more information.
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.