NHTSA Campaign 17V345000

TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE

Issued by VanLeigh RV · Reported May 26, 2017 · 815 vehicles affected

What's wrong

VanLeigh RV (VanLeigh) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Vilano fifth-wheel recreational trailers. Because the winch that supports the spare tire may not be properly fastened to the trailer, the trailer's spare tire could fall off while unit is in motion.

Consequence

If the spare tire falls off while the unit is in motion, it may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

VanLeigh will notify owners, and dealers will secure the spare tire winch with the correct fasteners, free of charge. The recall began on July 10, 2017. Owners may contact VanLeigh customer service at 1-662-612-4040. VanLeigh's number for this recall is VL-101.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
VANLEIGH VILANO 2015 815
VANLEIGH VILANO 2016 815
VANLEIGH VILANO 2017 815
VANLEIGH VILANO 2018 815

Source: NHTSA Campaign 17V345000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.