Other: labelsRecall 16V-092 · Highland Ridge Fw and Highland Ridge Tt vehicles
Highland Ridge RV recall 16V-092 covers 1,912 Highland Ridge Fw and Highland Ridge Tt vehicles for a other: labels problem, reported to NHTSA on February 18, 2016. The manufacturer's latest report (2016 Q1) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 16V092000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Highland Ridge RV (Highland) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Highland Toy Hauler, Light, Mesa Ridge, and Roamer travel and fifth wheel trailers manufactured May 6, 2014, to August 31, 2015. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating calculation on the label may be incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded.
The risk
If the vehicle is overloaded due to incorrect Weight Rating information on the label, tire failure may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Highland will notify owners and will provide a corrected label, free of charge. One model, the HT31RGR Highland Toy Hauler will require two heavier axles installed and five larger tires as well. These repairs will provided free of charge. The recall began on March 22, 2016. Owners may contact Highland customer service at 1-260-768-7771. Highland's number for this recall is 9904283.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from May 6, 2014 to August 31, 2015. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.