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Highland Ridge FW Open Range Recall 17V037: Gas Can Leak Into RV Cabin and Cause Fire or Explosion

NHTSA campaign 17V037, reported January 17, 2017, 396 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2017 Highland Ridge fifth wheels and travel trailers have an outside range that can be stored with the gas valve left open. Gas can then enter and build up inside the vehicle.

If gas leaks into the cabin, it can increase the risk of an explosion or fire. Owners should make sure the range's gas valve is turned off before the range is stored in the unit.

The repair is free at an authorized dealer. Dealers will install a larger gas valve handle, check that the drawer guide rail is in its proper location and repair it if needed, and add a warning label stating the gas valve must be turned off before storing the range. Owners may also call Highland Ridge customer service at 1-260-768-7771 and should check their 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 17V037Highland Ridge RV
Component
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
Problem
Highland Ridge RV (Highland) is recalling certain 2017 Open Range, Mesa Ridge and Roamer fifth wheels and travel trailers. These vehicles are equipped with an outside range that can be stored with the gas valve left open, allowing gas to enter and buildup within the vehicle.
Risk
If gas leaks into the cabin, it can increase the risk of an explosion or fire.
Remedy
Highland Ridge will notify owners and dealers will install a larger gas valve handle, inspect that the drawer guide rail is in its proper location, repairing it as required, and place a warning label on the range stating the gas valve must be turned off prior to storing the range in the unit. The recall began on March 8, 2017. Owners may contact Highland customer service at 1-260-768-7771. Highland's number for this recall is 9904341.
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

Highland Ridge FW Open Range2017
Highland Ridge TT Mesa Ridge2017
Highland Ridge TT Roamer2017