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HighNHTSA·24V786000·Announced 2024-10-21

Brinkley Model G solar panels may be wired to overload circuits

Brinkley RV is recalling certain 2024-2025 Model G fifth wheel trailers because the solar panels may have been incorrectly wired, which can overload circuits and overheat wiring.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: Risk-of-harm defect with a stated fire risk from overheating wiring, and no death or injury reported in the NHTSA record.

Plain-English summary

Brinkley RV is recalling certain 2024-2025 Model G fifth wheel trailers under NHTSA campaign number 24V786000. The potential number of units affected is 1,319.

The solar panels may have been incorrectly wired, which can overload the circuits and cause the wiring to overheat. According to NHTSA, overheated wires increase the risk of a fire.

Dealers will rewire the solar power system free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 29, 2024.

Owners may contact Brinkley customer service at 1-574-501-4280.

The recalled product

Product
BRINKLEY RV MODEL G
Brand
BRINKLEY RV
Manufacturer
Brinkley RV
Category
Vehicle — Fifth wheel trailer
Hazard
Affected units
1,319

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)

  • MODEL G

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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