Structure: frame and membersRecall 17V-697 · 2018 Highland Ridge Fw Light
Highland Ridge RV recall 17V-697 covers 118 2018 Highland Ridge Fw Light for a structure: frame and members problem, reported to NHTSA on November 3, 2017. The manufacturer's latest report (2019 Q3) shows 64% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 17V697000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
The lower rated safety chains may fail if the trailer detaches from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
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.
How fast cars are being fixed
64%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from August 15, 2017 to October 4, 2017. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.