The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·22V889000·Announced 2022-12-01

Chinook Recalls 2020-2022 Bayside Motorhomes Due to Propane Leak Risk

Chinook is recalling 2020-2022 Bayside motorhomes because improperly connected LPG service valves may cause a propane leak, increasing fire risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a propane leak that can cause a fire, which constitutes a significant injury/property-damage risk under the NHTSA rubric for vehicle recalls.

Plain-English summary

Chinook Motor Coach, LLC is recalling certain 2020-2022 Bayside motorhomes. The recall addresses a defect where the service valves on the LPG tanks may be improperly connected. This improper connection can cause a propane leak.

A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued this recall notice to inform owners of the potential hazard.

Dealers will inspect and replace the service valves, as necessary, free of charge. Dealers were notified on December 2, 2022. Owners may contact Chinook customer service at 1-574-584-3756 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 for more information.

The recalled product

Product
CHINOOK BAYSIDE
Brand
CHINOOK
Manufacturer
Chinook Motor Coach, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Motorhome
Hazard
Affected units
10

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • BAYSIDE

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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