Ldv Recall 13V280000: Equipment

NHTSA recall 13V280000 · announced June 28, 2013 · filed by Ldv, Inc. · 11 units affected

The problem

LDV, Inc. is recalling certain 2012-2013 mobile specialty vehicles. Due to a design change in the power awning motor assembly, the motor assembly screws may unknowingly shear.

The risk

If the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.

What to do

LDV, Inc. will notify owners and Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with motors of a different design. The recall began during July 2013. Owners may contact Dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. Owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by this recall

• 2012 Ldv Mobile Specialty Vehicle
• 2013 Ldv Mobile Specialty Vehicle

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.