EverGreen Recreational Vehicles, LLC is recalling certain model year 2013 Bay Hill fifth
— Recall Campaign #13V295000
EverGreen Recreational Vehicles, LLC (EverGreen) is recalling certain model year 2013 Bay Hill fifth wheel travel trailers manufactured March 13, 2013, through April 25, 2013. Due to a design change in the power awning motor assembly, the motor assembly screws may unknowingly shear.
The recall was influenced by the Office of Defects Investigation with about 34 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
13V295000
| Manufacturer: | Evergreen Recreational Vehicles, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | July 05, 2013 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 13V295000 |
| Units affected: | 34 |
- Description:
- EverGreen Recreational Vehicles, LLC (EverGreen) is recalling certain model year 2013 Bay Hill fifth wheel travel trailers manufactured March 13, 2013, through April 25, 2013. Due to a design change in the power awning motor assembly, the motor assembly screws may unknowingly shear.
- Consequeces:
- 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:
- EverGreen will notify owners and Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with motors of a different design. The recall began on July 25, 2013. Owners may contact 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's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.