Columbia Aliner Ascape recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

May 19, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Columbia Northwest, Inc. recalls 2017–2018 Columbia Aliner Ascape

Recall number

17V330000

Brand / firm

Columbia

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 40 units

Why it was recalled

The LP gas bottles may fall from the trailer during travel, increasing the risk of a crash or a fire.

What was recalled

Columbia Northwest, Inc. (Columbia Northwest) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Aliner Ascape trailers. The trailers have liquid propane (LP) gas bottle trays that come loose from the frames due to the wrong rivets being used to attach the LP tray to the frame.

What to do

Columbia Northwest will notify owners, and dealers will secure the trays with the correct hardware, free of charge. The recall began on June 27, 2017. Owners may contact Columbia Northwest customer service at 1-724-237-5227.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.