Recall 23E027000: Equipment

NHTSA recall 23E027000 · announced March 31, 2023 · Lippert · 2,399 units affected

The problem

Lippert (Lippert) is recalling certain WAY Solar Panels with insufficient installation hardware, part number 2022302246, 2022302299, 2022449915, & 2022302362. The solar panel mounting hardware may become loose and pull through the slot in the panel.

The risk

Loose hardware can cause the solar panels to detach from the vehicle during transit, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Lippert will work with the RV manufacturers and dealers to install additional hardware to the existing panel and install a secondary holding bracket, free of charge. RV manufacturer notifications are expected to begin April 7, 2023. Owners may contact Lippert customer service at 1-574-538-4514. Lippert's number for this recall is 080-2023-001.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

Notes

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

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