Emergency: escape/egress/exitRecall 21V-490 · 2021–2022 Vanleigh Beacon

VanLeigh RV recall 21V-490 covers 79 2021–2022 Vanleigh Beacon for a emergency: escape/egress/exit problem, reported to NHTSA on June 29, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q2) shows 29% of affected vehicles repaired.

29%
Vehicles repaired23 of 79 · 2023 Q2
Vehicles affected791 model
ReportedJun 29, 2021Owners notified Aug 12, 2021
Complaints since5Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 21V490000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

VanLeigh RV (VanLeigh) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Vanleigh Beacon recreational vehicles. Interference from the rear ladder can prevent the rear egress window from fully opening.

The risk

In an emergency, the rear egress window cannot be used as an exit, increasing the risk of injury.

What to do

The fix

Dealers will replace the egress window, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed on August 12, 2021. Owners may contact VanLeigh customer service at 1-662-612-4040.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

29%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2021 Q32023 Q2
1 model

Vehicles in this recall