Kompact Kamp Li'l Clipper recalled over injury risk

Recall date

April 1, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Kompact Kamp recalls 1983–2016 Kompact Kamp Li'l Clipper

Recall number

16V185000

Brand / firm

Kompact Kamp

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 4,219 units

Why it was recalled

Without side marker lights, vehicle visibility can be decreased to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Kompact Kamp is recalling certain 1983-2016 Kompact Kamp motorcycle trailers that were manufactured without side marker lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Assoc. Equipment."

What to do

Kompact Kamp will provide and install sidemarker lights on all trailers that were not equipped with sidemarker lights. The recall began on May 27, 2016. Owners may contact Kompact Kamp customer service at 1-717-933-8070.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.