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NHTSARecalled Nov 14, 2016 · #16V818000

Aluminum Ladder Hinge may Separate

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Highland Ridge RV (Highland) is recalling certain model year 2016 Highlander travel trailers, model 31RGR, manufactured May 26, 2015, to September 24, 2015, equipped with certain aluminum black ladders manufactured by Christianson Industries. The affected ladders have retractable hinges, each with a welded 'top hat' that can separate from the hinge. If the hinges separate from the ladder while in use, the ladder may fall from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

Product details

Product
Aluminum Ladder Hinge may Separate
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Highland Ridge RV
Model numbers
2016 Highlander
UPCs

What you should do

Highland will notify owners, and dealers will install hinge braces over the existing hinges, free of charge. The recall began on November 29, 2016. Owners may contact Highland customer service at 1-260-768-7771. Highland's number for this recall is 9904333.

View the official CPSC notice