NHTSA Campaign 17V065000

SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

Issued by Highland Ridge RV · Reported Feb 1, 2017 · 148 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Highland Ridge RV (Highland Ridge) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Open Range fifth-wheel vehicles. The axle hangers on the affected vehicles may puncture the riser tube wall, allowing the axle to shift and become misaligned.

Consequence

If the axle shifts and becomes misaligned the tires may wear irregularly and possibly fail, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Highland Ridge will notify owners, and dealers will weld on new hangers, free of charge. The recall began on March 29, 2017. Owners may contact Highland Ridge customer service at 1-260-768-7771. Highland Ridge's number for this recall is 9904343.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
HIGHLAND RIDGE FW OPEN RANGE 2016 148
HIGHLAND RIDGE FW OPEN RANGE 2017 148

Source: NHTSA Campaign 17V065000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.