Drv Suites | NHTSA Recall #16V820000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V820000 by Drv Suites. Affecting model year 2015-2016 full house trailers, models jx450, lx450, lx455 and tx500, manufactured october 31, 2014, to august 20, 2015, equipped with aluminum black ladders manufactured by christianson industries Includes 15 affected units, Aluminum Ladder Hinge may Separate, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2015-2016 full house trailers, models jx450, lx450, lx455 and tx500, manufactured october 31, 2014, to august 20, 2015, equipped with aluminum black ladders manufactured by christianson industries

Defect Summary

Drv suites (drv) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 full house trailers, models jx450, lx450, lx455 and tx500, manufactured october 31, 2014, to august 20, 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.

Corrective Action

Drv will notify owners, and dealers will install a hinge brace over the back of existing hinges, free of charge. the recall began on december 2, 2016. owners may contact drv customer service at 1-260-562-3500. drv's number for this recall is 99-02-06.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V820000
Manufacturer: Drv Suites
Report Received Date: 2016-11-14T00:00:00
Subject: Aluminum ladder hinge may separate
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 15

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 99-02-06
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Drv suites (drv) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 full house trailers, models jx450, lx450, lx455 and tx500, manufactured october 31, 2014, to august 20, 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.
Consequence Summary: If the hinges separate from the ladder while in use, the ladder may fall from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action: Drv will notify owners, and dealers will install a hinge brace over the back of existing hinges, free of charge. the recall began on december 2, 2016. owners may contact drv customer service at 1-260-562-3500. drv's number for this recall is 99-02-06.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 33.33

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SID: row-x26c_ge4z~74ee
NHTSA ID: 16V820000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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