Lippert Power Tongue Jack recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 15, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Lippert recalls Lippert Power Tongue Jack

Recall number

17E074000

Brand / firm

Lippert

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 12,584 units

Why it was recalled

If the jack retracts or extend 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

Lippert Components, Inc. (Lippert) is recalling certain Power Tongue Jacks, Smart Jack model 426514. These jacks are operated with a laminated plastic touch pad which can crack or separate allowing water to enter and cause the jack to automatically retract or extend without warning.

What to do

Lippert will notify purchasers of the jacks and will replace the SMART Jack Power Tongue Jack, free of charge. The recall began on January 5, 2018. Owners may contact Lippert Customer Service at 1-574-538-4514 or via email recall@lci1.com . Lipperts number for this recall is 2017-045-001.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.