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Starcraft RV FW Telluride Recall 18V362: Propane tank strap can loosen, risking tank detachment and fire

NHTSA campaign 18V362, reported June 1, 2018, 51 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

On certain 2019 Starcraft Telluride fifth-wheel trailers, the strap that secures the liquid propane (LP) gas bottle may separate from its buckle and no longer hold the tank in place.

An unsecured propane tank could detach from the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash, and could leak propane, increasing the risk of fire.

Starcraft will notify owners. Dealers will replace the propane tank securing strap with a new strap that has the correct crimping, at no cost to you. Owners may contact Starcraft customer service at 1-800-945-4787, referencing recall number 9902385. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 18V362Starcraft RV
Component
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:TANK ASSEMBLY
Problem
Starcraft RV (Starcraft) is recalling certain 2019 Starcraft Telluride fifth-wheel recreational trailers. The strap that secures the liquid propane (LP) gas bottle may separate from its buckle and no longer secure the propane tank.
Risk
An unsecured propane tank could detach from the trailer and increase the risk of a crash or leak propane and increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Starcraft will notify owners, and dealers will replace the propane tank securing strap with a new strap that has the correct crimping, free of charge. The recall began on July 27, 2018. Owners may contact Starcraft customer service at 1-800-945-4787. Starcraft's number for this recall is 9902385.
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

Starcraft RV FW Telluride2019