Vanleigh Vilano recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 15, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

VLRV, LLC (Vanleigh RV) recalls 2016–2017 Vanleigh Vilano

Recall number

17V183000

Brand / firm

Vanleigh

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 270 units

Why it was recalled

If the vehicle is overloaded it can increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

VanLeigh RV (VanLeigh) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Vilano fifth-wheel recreational trailers, models 325RL and 365RL. These vehicles have a Federal Placard that indicates incorrect tire and load range information, possibly resulting in the vehicle being overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

What to do

VanLeigh will notify owners and will send them a corrected Federal Placard label, free of charge. The recall began on April 20, 2017. Owners may contact VanLeigh customer service at 1-662-612-4040.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.