CarRecallWatch- Component
- EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:WATER HEATER
- Problem
- Triple E Recreational Vehicles (Triple E) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Unity recreational vehicles, models U24TB and U24IB, manufactured March 1, 2016, to June 9, 2016. The Truma propane water heater line on the affected vehicles may be damaged from items moving within the lower storage compartment, causing the line to rupture and allow propane gas to leak out.
- Risk
- A propane gas leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Triple E will notify owners, and dealers will reposition the protective cleat for the gas line, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact Triple E customer service at 1-877-992-9906. Triple E's number for this recall is CA#8349-1.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
The propane supply line to the Truma water heater can be damaged by items shifting around in the lower storage compartment. Over time this can cause the line to rupture and let propane gas escape.
A propane leak combined with an ignition source can cause a fire. Owners should contact Triple E customer service at 1-877-992-9906 to confirm their vehicle is covered. Check your VIN for open recalls as well.
The repair is free at an authorized dealer, who will reposition the protective cleat for the gas line. Triple E will also notify affected owners directly.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Triple E Unity | 20162017 |
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