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HighNHTSA·26V574000·Announced 2026-09-05

Kibbi Recalls 2026-2027 Renegade RVs Due to Fire Risk

Kibbi is recalling 2026-2027 Renegade recreational vehicles because a rooftop fan component may overheat and cause a fire.

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: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (fire hazard) where no injuries or deaths have been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Kibbi, LLC is recalling certain 2026-2027 Renegade recreational vehicles, including the Valencia, Verona, Vera Cruz, Vienna, Villagio, Verona LE, XL, Garage, Totter, Explorer TS, Explorer, and Classic models. These vehicles are equipped with MaxxAir N-Series Maxxfan rooftop ventilation fans.

The recall is due to a defect in the printed circuit board of the ventilation fans. The board may fail during certain operations and overheat, which increases the risk of a fire.

Dealers will inspect and replace the printed circuit board as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on October 19, 2026. Owners may contact Airxcel’s customer service at 574-247-9235 or [email protected], or Kibbi's customer service at 1-574-966-0196.

The recalled product

Product
2027 RENEGADE EXPLORER
Brand
RENEGADE
Manufacturer
Kibbi, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Recreational Vehicle
Hazard
Affected units
505

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 (12)

  • EXPLORER
  • VERA CRUZ
  • VALENCIA
  • VERONA LE
  • GARAGE
  • XL
  • EXPLORER TS
  • VIENNA
  • VERONA
  • TOTTER
  • VILLAGIO
  • CLASSIC

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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