Highland Ridge TT Open Range Ultra Lite recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

September 12, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Highland Ridge RV recalls 2019 Highland Ridge TT Open Range Ultra Lite, Open Range Lite, Mesa Ridge

Recall number

18V616000

Brand / firm

Highland Ridge TT

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 22 units

Why it was recalled

The missing bearing race may cause premature hub bearing failure, possibly resulting in a separation of the hub from the axle, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Highland Ridge RV (Highland Ridge) is recalling certain 2019 Highland Ridge Open Range Ultra Lite, Mesa Ridge, and Open Range Lite travel trailers. The axles may be missing inner bearing races on the hubs, which can cause the bearing to burnout or cause the hub to overheat.

What to do

Highland Ridge will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective hubs with new hubs or replace the axles, free of charge. The recall began October 18, 2018. Owners may contact Highland Ridge customer service at 1-260-768-7771. Highland Ridge's number for this recall is 9904410.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.