Recall
Highland Ridge Fw Highlander — 16V818000
NHTSA ID
16V818000
Make
Highland Ridge Fw
Model
Highlander
Years Affected
2016
Recall Date
2016-11-14
Component
EQUIPMENT
Units Affected
61
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
9904333
Summary
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.
Consequence
If the hinges separate from the ladder while in use, the ladder may fall from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
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.