Starcraft Ar-one recalled over injury risk

Recall date

February 16, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Starcraft RV recalls 2016 Starcraft Ar-one

Recall number

16V086000

Brand / firm

Starcraft

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 21 units

Why it was recalled

If the tires are replaced with ones that are of an incorrect size and pressure, the handling of the trailer may be adversely affected or tire failure may occur. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Starcraft RV (Starcraft) is recalling certain model year 2016 AR-One toy hauler trailers, model 17XTH, manufactured from October 28, 2015, through January 19, 2016. The affected trailers may be equipped with labels that indicate incorrect tire size and tire inflation information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 119, "New Pneumatic Tires-Other than Passenger Cars."

What to do

Starcraft will notify owners and will mail them corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on February 22, 2016. Owners may contact Starcraft customer service at 1-800-945-4787. Starcraft's number for this recall is 9902260.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.