HIGHLAND RIDGE LIGHT 2018: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V697000

Make Model Year
HIGHLAND RIDGE LIGHT 2018
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2017-12-04 2017-11-03 2017-11-07

Production Dates: 2017-08-15 - 2017-10-04

Manufacturers Involved: Highland Ridge RV

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 9904364

Component: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 118

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Highland Ridge RV "Highland Ridge" is recalling certain 2018 Light recreational trailers, models 312BHTS and 275RLS. The safety chains on these vehicles may be rated for a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating "GVWR" of 7,600 lbs, however the trailer has a GVWR of 11,700 lbs.

Consequence

The lower rated safety chains may fail if the trailer detaches from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Highland Ridge will notify owners, and dealers will replace the 7,600 lb chains with 11,700 lb chains, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact Highland Ridge customer service at 1-260-768-7771. Highland Ridge's number for this recall is 9904364.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.