Lippert recalls Lippert Coachstep Electric Step

Recall date

September 24, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

15E078000

Brand / firm

Lippert

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 47,340 units

Why it was recalled

Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Lippert Components, Inc. (Lippert) is recalling certain Coachstep Double and Triple Electric Steps manufactured May 25, 2007, to December 18, 2014. The bolt that attaches the fan gear assembly to the steps may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. As a result, the steps may not remain in the expected position and may be unstable.

What to do

Dealers will install a retainer bracket on the double step assemblies and the Coachstep Linkage Assembly will be replaced and a retainer bracket will be installed on the trip step assemblies. The recall began on February 5, 2016. Owners may contact Lippert customer service number at 1-574-537-8900. Lippert's number for this recall is LCI-SCS-091815.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.