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Grand Design Momentum Recall 16V841: Ladder Hinge Can Separate, Causing Ladder to Fall

NHTSA campaign 16V841, reported November 21, 2016, 1,975 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain aluminum black ladders installed on these recreational vehicles and trailers have retractable hinges, each with a welded "top hat" component that can separate from the hinge. If this happens while the ladder is in use, the ladder may fall from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

The remedy is free. Dealers will install a bracket over the back of the existing hinges to address the problem. Owners will be notified by the manufacturer. You can also contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679 and reference recall number 910008. The recall began on December 16, 2016.

To check whether your vehicle is affected or has any other open recalls, look up your VIN on the NHTSA recall website or ask an authorized dealer. Until the bracket is installed, use the ladder carefully and avoid putting heavy weight on it.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 16V841Grand Design RV, LLC
Component
EQUIPMENT
Problem
Grand Design RV (Grand Design) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Momentum toy haulers and Solitude recreational trailers manufactured July 8, 2014, to August 31, 2015, equipped with certain aluminum black ladders manufactured by Christianson Industries. These 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
Grand Design will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket over the back of existing hinges, free of charge. The recall began on December 16, 2016. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910008.
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

Grand Design Momentum20152016
Grand Design Solitude20152016