The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·14E052000·Announced 2014-08-08

Lippert Recalls Recreational Vehicle Frames With Defective Spring Hangers

Lippert is recalling certain recreational vehicle frames manufactured in February 2014 because the spring hangers may fracture, potentially causing loss of vehicle control.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (frame/spring hanger fracture) that could result in loss of vehicle control and a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects.

Plain-English summary

Lippert Components, Inc. is recalling certain recreational vehicle frames manufactured between February 13, 2014, and February 28, 2014. These specific frames are equipped with 4.25-inch spring hangers that may fracture.

A fracture of the spring hanger while traveling could result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

Owners began being notified by their RV manufacturers in April 2014. Dealers for the RV manufacturers will inspect and replace the spring hangers, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact their RV manufacturer or Lippert customer service at 1-574-537-8900 for assistance.

The recalled product

Product
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS recall
Manufacturer
Lippert Components, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Recreational Vehicle
Hazard
Affected units
1,995

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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