CarRecallWatch- Component
- EQUIPMENT
- Problem
- DRV Suites (DRV) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Full House trailers, models JX450, LX450, LX455 and TX500, manufactured October 31, 2014, to August 20, 2015, equipped with aluminum black ladders manufactured by Christianson Industries. The affected ladders have retractable hinges, each with a welded 'top hat' that can separate from the hinge.
- Risk
- If the hinges separate from the ladder while in use, the ladder may fall from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- DRV will notify owners, and dealers will install a hinge brace over the back of existing hinges, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2016. Owners may contact DRV customer service at 1-260-562-3500. DRV's number for this recall is 99-02-06.
- 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
Certain trailers were built with aluminum black ladders whose retractable hinges have a welded piece, called a top hat, that can separate from the hinge. If this happens while the ladder is in use, the ladder may fall from the vehicle, raising the risk of injury.
The remedy is free. Dealers will install a hinge brace over the back of the existing hinges at no charge to the owner. Owners will be notified by DRV, but you can also contact DRV customer service at 1-260-562-3500 and reference recall number 99-02-06. Check your vehicle identification number for any open recalls to confirm whether your trailer is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
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