NHTSA Campaign 13V363000
EQUIPMENT
Issued by Navistar, Inc. · Reported Aug 15, 2013 · 125 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Navistar is recalling certain model year 2013 Bison Coach Stratus, Stratus Express, Stratus Lite, Trail Express, Trail Hand, and Traveler recreational trailers manufactured February 20, 2013, through May 7, 2013. Due to a design change in the Dometic-brand power awning motor assembly, the motor assembly screws may unknowingly shear.
Consequence
If the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Navistar will notify owners, and Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with one of a different design. The recall began on September 16, 2013. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-331-332-1590 or Dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. Owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| BISON COACH | STRATUS | 2013 | 125 |
| BISON COACH | STRATUS EXPRESS | 2013 | 125 |
| BISON COACH | STRATUS LITE | 2013 | 125 |
| BISON COACH | TRAIL EXPRESS | 2013 | 125 |
| BISON COACH | TRAIL HAND | 2013 | 125 |
| BISON COACH | TRAVELER | 2013 | 125 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 13V363000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.