Lance product recalled over injury risk

Recall date

February 14, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Lance Camper Manufacturing. Corp. recalls 2018 Lance — 9 models

Recall number

18V109000

Brand / firm

Lance

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 2,054 units

Why it was recalled

If the jack retracts or extends unintentionally, it can increase the risk of injury to those within the trailer or increase the risk of a crash if the jack moves while the trailer is being towed.

What was recalled

Lance Camper Manufacturing Corp. (Lance) is recalling certain 2018 recreational trailers, models 1475, 1575, 1685, 1995, 2185, 2285, 2295, 2375 and 2465, equipped with a Smart-Jack model power tongue jack. The laminated plastic touch pad on the jack may crack or separate allowing water to enter, potentially causing the jack to operate unintentionally.

What to do

Lance will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power tongue jack, free of charge. The recall began on March 1, 2018. Owners may contact Lance customer service at 1-661-949-3322.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.