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Cruiser RV Stryker TOY Recall 16V821: Trailer Ladder Hinge Can Separate, Causing Fall Risk

NHTSA campaign 16V821, reported November 14, 2016, 499 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain trailers equipped with aluminum black ladders made by Christianson Industries have retractable ladder hinges, each with a welded "top hat" piece that can separate from the hinge. The defect affects trailers built between June 12, 2014, and August 27, 2015.

If a hinge separates while the ladder is in use, the ladder may fall from the trailer, increasing the risk of injury to the user.

Owners will be notified by the manufacturer, Cruiser RV. Authorized dealers will install a hinge brace over the back of the existing hinges at no cost. The recall began December 2, 2016. To confirm your trailer is covered, check your VIN for open recalls, or contact Cruiser RV customer service at 1-260-562-3500 and reference recall number 99-03-11.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 16V821Cruiser RV
Component
EQUIPMENT
Problem
Cruiser RV (Cruiser) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Stryker toy hauler trailers manufactured June 12, 2014, to August 27, 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
Cruiser will notify owners, and dealers will install a hinge brace over the back of the existing hinges, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2016. Owners may contact Cruiser customer service at 1-260-562-3500. Cruiser's number for this recall is 99-03-11.
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

Cruiser RV Stryker TOY20152016