Starcraft RV is recalling certain model year 2016 Solstice and Travel Star fifth wheel trailers
— Recall Campaign #16V082000
Starcraft RV (Starcraft) is recalling certain model year 2016 Solstice and Travel Star fifth wheel trailers manufactured July 31, 2015, to September 14, 2015 and equipped with Atwood on demand water heaters. The affected water heaters have a water and gas valve that may cause the water heater to overheat the water in the hot water supply tap.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 5 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
16V082000
| Manufacturer: | Starcraft RV |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | February 11, 2016 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 16V082000 |
| Units affected: | 5 |
- Description:
- Starcraft RV (Starcraft) is recalling certain model year 2016 Solstice and Travel Star fifth wheel trailers manufactured July 31, 2015, to September 14, 2015 and equipped with Atwood on demand water heaters. The affected water heaters have a water and gas valve that may cause the water heater to overheat the water in the hot water supply tap.
- Consequeces:
- The overheating of the water may result in the release of steam, possibly causing the operator to scald themselves, increasing the risk of injury.
- Corrective action:
- Starcraft will notify owners, and dealers will install a water flow adjustment stop key that prevents the recall condition from occurring, free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2016. Owners may contact Starcraft customer service at 1-800-945-4787. Starcraft's number for this recall is 9902282.
- 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.