Travel Lite Rv | NHTSA Recall #17V779000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V779000 by Travel Lite Rv. Affecting 2018 falcon recreational trailers, models f-23th, and f-23rb Includes 163 affected units, Incorrect Hitch Coupler Installed, component: TRAILER HITCHES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2018 falcon recreational trailers, models f-23th, and f-23rb

Defect Summary

Travel lite rv (travel lite) is recalling certain 2018 falcon recreational trailers, models f-23th, and f-23rb. a 2" class iii hitch coupler was mistakenly installed instead of a 2 5/16" class iii hitch coupler.

Corrective Action

The remedy for this recall is still under development. the recall began on april 6, 2018. owners may contact travel lite customer service at 1-574-831-3000.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V779000

Manufacturer: Travel Lite Rv

Report Received Date: 2017-12-06T00:00:00

Subject: Incorrect hitch coupler installed

Component: Trailer Hitches

Potentially Affected Units: 163

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Travel lite rv (travel lite) is recalling certain 2018 falcon recreational trailers, models f-23th, and f-23rb. a 2" class iii hitch coupler was mistakenly installed instead of a 2 5/16" class iii hitch coupler.

Consequence Summary: Because the coupler is under rated for the gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) of the trailer, the trailer could become unhitched from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: The remedy for this recall is still under development. the recall began on april 6, 2018. owners may contact travel lite customer service at 1-574-831-3000.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 0

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NHTSA ID: 17V779000

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Created At: 1742808662

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