STARCRAFT COMET 2014: TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 13V381000

Make Model Year
STARCRAFT COMET 2014
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2013-09-26 2013-08-21 2013-08-27

Production Dates: 2012-09-18 - 2013-05-06

Manufacturers Involved: Starcraft RV

Component: TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 22

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Starcraft RV Inc. "Starcarft" is recalling certain model year 2014 Comet Camping Trailers manufactured September 18, 2012, through May 6, 2013. The spare tire bracket mounted on the rear wall is not secured sufficiently and could detach.

Consequence

If the spare tire bracket detaches from the vehicle while it is being driven, it could become a road hazard increasing the risk of a vehicle crash or injury.

Remedy

Starcraft will notify owners and dealers will add a metal strap to secure the spare tire bracket, free of charge. The recall began on September 26, 2013. Owners may contact Starcraft at 1-800-945-4787.

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.