Triple E Unity recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

July 13, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Triple E Recreational Vehicles recalls 2016–2017 Triple E Unity

Recall number

16V533000

Brand / firm

Triple E

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 15 units

Why it was recalled

A propane gas leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Triple E Recreational Vehicles (Triple E) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Unity recreational vehicles, models U24TB and U24IB, manufactured March 1, 2016, to June 9, 2016. The Truma propane water heater line on the affected vehicles may be damaged from items moving within the lower storage compartment, causing the line to rupture and allow propane gas to leak out.

What to do

Triple E will notify owners, and dealers will reposition the protective cleat for the gas line, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact Triple E customer service at 1-877-992-9906. Triple E's number for this recall is CA#8349-1.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.