Recall 13V347000: 2013–2014 Chalet Truck Campers DS116RB, 2013–2014 Chalet Truck Campers TS116, 2013–2014 Chalet Truck Campers TS116FB +3 more

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Aug 7, 2013
Vehicles affected
45
Models
6
Initiated by
ODI

The problem

Chalet RV is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 TS116FB, TS116, and DS116RB truck campers manufactured February 2013 through May 2013; and certain model year 2013-2014 Takena 1860, 1865, 2265 travel trailers manufactured February 2013 through May 2013. Due to a design change in the Dometic-brand power awning motor assembly, the motor assembly screws may unknowingly shear.

The risk

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.

The fix

Chalet RV will notify owners, and dealers or Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with one of a different design. The recall began on May 3, 2013. Owners may contact Chalet RV at 1-541-791-4610 or Dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. Owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

  • 2013 Chalet Truck Campers DS116RB
  • 2014 Chalet Truck Campers DS116RB
  • 2013 Chalet Truck Campers TS116
  • 2014 Chalet Truck Campers TS116
  • 2013 Chalet Truck Campers TS116FB
  • 2014 Chalet Truck Campers TS116FB
  • 2013 Takena 1860
  • 2014 Takena 1860
  • 2013 Takena 1865
  • 2014 Takena 1865
  • 2013 Takena 2265
  • 2014 Takena 2265

Details

NHTSA campaign
13V347000
Manufacturer
Chalet RV
Owner letters
May 3, 2013
Components
Equipment (Other / Unknown)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology