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Fleetwood Storm Recall 15V454: Propane regulator may leak gas and cause fire

NHTSA campaign 15V454, reported July 21, 2015, 92 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2016 motorhomes and trailers may have a vertical propane tank regulator installed where a horizontal regulator is required. Moisture can build up in the incorrect regulator, which may cause it to operate improperly.

If the regulator fails, it can cause a propane gas leak, increasing the risk of fire. Owners should take this recall seriously and avoid ignoring it.

The repair is free. Dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace the regulator if necessary. Contact Allied Recreation Group customer service at 1-800-509-3417, referencing recall number 150708ARG. You can also check your VIN for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 15V454Allied Recreation Group, Inc.
Component
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS
Problem
Allied Recreation Group, Inc. (ARG) is recalling certain model year 2016 Fleetwood Flair, Storm, Terra SE, Jamboree Sport, Tioga Montara, Tioga Ranger, Holiday Rambler Admiral, and Monaco Trek vehicles. The affected vehicles may have been improperly manufactured with a vertical propane gas tank regulator, instead of the horizontal gas tank regulator required. Use of the incorrect regulator can allow moisture to build up in the regulator, possibly resulting in improper operation.
Risk
If the regulator fails to operate properly, it can cause a propane gas leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
ARG will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the motorhomes and replace the regulator, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 14, 2015. Owners may contact ARG customer service at 1-800-509-3417. ARG's number for this recall is 150708ARG.
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.

Affected vehicles

Fleetwood Flair2016
Fleetwood Jamboree Sport2016
Fleetwood Storm2016
Fleetwood Terra SE2016
Fleetwood Tioga Montara2016
Fleetwood Tioga Ranger2016
Holiday Rambler Admiral2016
Monaco Trek2016