Lci Solera Smart Arm Awning recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 2, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Lippert recalls Lci Solera Smart Arm Awning

Recall number

18E050000

Brand / firm

Lci

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 14,383 units

Why it was recalled

If the awning deploys while the vehicle is moving, it can increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Lippert Components, Inc. (LCI) is recalling certain Solera Smart Arm Awnings. Water may enter the awning control module wiring harness and cause the awnings to partially deploy unexpectedly while the recreational vehicle is being driven.

What to do

LCI will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the awnings and the vehicle manufacturers will conduct recalls to have their dealers replace the Solera Smart Arm controller with a new Smart Arm Controller, free of charge. The recall began August 21, 2018. Owners may contact LCI customer service at 1-574-538-4514. LCI's number for this recall is 18-058-001.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.