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Lakota Colt Recall 18V619: Blocked Fridge Roof Vent Can Cause Fire or Carbon Monoxide

NHTSA campaign 18V619, reported September 12, 2018, 287 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2018-2019 Lakota Bighorn, Charger and Colt trailers with a 6 or 8 cubic foot refrigerator in the main living area may have a roof vent for the refrigerator that is blocked by insulation.

A blocked roof vent may increase the risk of a fire, and it can allow carbon monoxide to enter the living quarters, which increases the risk of injury.

Lakota has notified owners. Dealers will inspect the refrigerator roof vent to make sure it is not blocked and correct it if needed, at no cost to you. Owners may also contact Lakota customer service at 1-574-848-1636. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 18V619Lakota Corporation
Component
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
Problem
Lakota Corporation (Lakota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Lakota Bighorn, Charger and Colt trailers equipped with a 6 or 8 cubic foot refrigerator installed in main living area with a roof vent. The refrigerator roof vent may be blocked by insulation.
Risk
A blocked roof vent may increase the risk of a fire or can cause carbon monoxide to enter the living quarters increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Lakota has notifiedy owners, and dealers will inspect the vent to make sure that it is not blocked, correcting it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 25, 2018. Owners may contact Lakota customer service at 1-574-848-1636.
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

Lakota Bighorn20182019
Lakota Charger20182019
Lakota Colt20182019