Starcraft RV is recalling certain model year 2013 Starcraft RT and Comet pop-up camping trailers manufactured
— Recall Campaign #13V559000
Starcraft RV is recalling certain model year 2013 Starcraft RT and Comet pop-up camping trailers manufactured August 2, 2010, through August 9, 2012. In these vehicles, if a component failure occurs in the roof lifter system, the failure may cause the roof to abruptly collapse to the closed position.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 57 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
13V559000
| Manufacturer: | Starcraft RV |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | November 07, 2013 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 13V559000 |
| Units affected: | 57 |
- Description:
- Starcraft RV is recalling certain model year 2013 Starcraft RT and Comet pop-up camping trailers manufactured August 2, 2010, through August 9, 2012. In these vehicles, if a component failure occurs in the roof lifter system, the failure may cause the roof to abruptly collapse to the closed position.
- Consequeces:
- If the roof abruptly closes, there is an increased risk of personal injury.
- Corrective action:
- Starcraft RV will notify owners, and dealers will add a metal stop that prevents to sudden collapse of the roof, free of charge. The recall beganon December 19, 2013. Owners may contact Starcraft at 1-800-945-4787 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.