Recall 16V820000

EQUIPMENT

Report Date
20161114
Component
EQUIPMENT
Affected Vehicles
2 models

Defect Description

DRV Suites (DRV) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Full House trailers, models JX450, LX450, LX455 and TX500, manufactured October 31, 2014, to August 20, 2015, equipped with aluminum black ladders manufactured by Christianson Industries. The affected ladders have retractable hinges, each with a welded 'top hat' that can separate from the hinge.

Safety Consequence

If the hinges separate from the ladder while in use, the ladder may fall from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

DRV will notify owners, and dealers will install a hinge brace over the back of existing hinges, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2016. Owners may contact DRV customer service at 1-260-562-3500. DRV's number for this recall is 99-02-06.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2015 DRV FULL HOUSE
2016 DRV FULL HOUSE

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.