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04/27/2023

RECALL: 23V-032 Winnebago: Certain 2023 Revel camper vans. The tire and loading information label incorrectly lists the tire size as R16, when the tire size should be R17. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims" Winnebago recall number 172. Winnebago, (641) 585-6938 or (800) 537-1885.

07/02/2022

July Recall: Keystone RV: 22V-206 Certain 2022 Passport travel trailers. The trailers were built with the incorrect size axles and tires, which could cause the vehicle to become overloaded and increase the risk of a crash. Keystone recall number 22-429. 866-425-4369 Heartland recreation Vehicles: 22V-199 Certain 2021-2022 North trail travel trailers. The gross axle weight rating (GAWR) listed on the federal certification label is incorrect, which could result in the vehicle becoming overloaded and increase the risk of a crash 877-262-8032 Keystone RV 22V-209 Certain 2019-2022 Cougar 29FKD travel trailers. Improper clearance may allow the tires to contact the outrigger, which may cause damage to the tires and increase the risk of a crash. Keystone recall number 22-430 866-425-4369

06/07/2022

This just out regarding Goodyear Recall. https://www.yahoo.com/autos/goodyear-recall-rv-tires-19-152300796.html

04/28/2022

MAY RECALL: 22V-073 Certain 2021 Mercedes Benz Sprinter vehicles (VS30, platform 907) The tire and loading information label may incorrectly list a lower gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR). The operator could overload the vehicle, resulting in excessive tire wear and increasing the risk of a crash. Daimler Vans USA recall number : BS3RE58HIN Daimler Vans, 877-762-8267 22V-105: Certain 2022 Cougar fifth wheel travel trailers. These vehicles were outfitted with load rand D tires when they should have been equipped with heavier load range E tires. An overloaded tire can fail, increasing the risk of a crash. Keystone Recall number: 22-421. Keystone RV, 866-425-4369

04/01/2022

April Recalls: FOREST RIVER: 22V-004: Certain 2021-2022 Prime Time Sanibel, Prime Time Crusader and Forest River Cardinal fifth-wheel trailers and Continental Cargo trailers equipped with certain Sailun tires, size ST235/80R16/G. Due to a manufacturing issue, the tires may experience a belt separation and increase the risk of a crash. Crusader and Sanibel, (574) 862-1025; Cardinal, (574)296-7700; and Continental Cargo (503) 874-1102. Heartland Recreational Vehicles HEARTLAND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES: 22V-018: Certain 2021-2022 Cyclone, Fuel, Gravity and Road Warrior fifth-wheel toy hauler trailers equipped with certain Sailun tires sizes ST235/80R16 and ST235/85R16. Due to a manufacturing issue the tires may experience a belt separation, increasing the risk of a crash. Heartland (877)262-8032 or Sailun, (844) 281-9696 VEE TYRE AND RUBBER CO. 22T-001 Certain Tri-Ace Pioneer A/T III tires , sizes LT245/70R17 and LT235/85R16 with DOT codes 4718 through 1819. Because of a manufacturing issue, the sidewall my separate from the tire, increasing the risk of a crash. Vee Typre recall numbers: 16MBCMJBL and 16MJEMHBL Vee Tyre: (212)564-7575

03/07/2022

RECALL NOTICE: Cruiser RV 21V-993 Certain 2021-2022 Shadow Cruiser and 2022 Twilight travel trailers. The federal and certification labels indicate that the vehicles are equipped with ST225/75R 15E tires rather than the ST205/75P 14D tires that were installed. This could lead to the incorrect tire and or rim being substituted upon replacement potentially resulting in towing issues and increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury. Cruiser recall number: RC000157. Cruiser RV (574) 206-7920. Daimler trucks North America 21V-896: Certain 2016 Freightliner Coronado chassis. The tires and rims are not approved and rated for these vehicles by the Tire and Rim Association or the tire manufacturer. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard requirements. Unapproved tires that are not rated for the vehicle can cause tire performance issues and increase the risk of a crash. Daimler Trucks recall number FL-908. Daimler Trucks (800)547-0712. Heartland Recreational Vehicles: 21V-994 Certain 2022 Sundance travel trailers. The federal and certification labels indicate that the vehicles are equipped with ST225/75R 15E tires rather than the ST205/75R 14D tires that were installed. This could lead to the incorrect tire and or rim being substituted upon replacement potentially resulting in towing issues and increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury. Heartland recall number: RC000156 Heartland Recreational Vehicles: 9877) 262-8032 Roadtrek 21V-928 Certain 2021 Play, Play Slumber and Zion Slumber motor homes. The tire size on the federal placard and tire pressure labels are incorrectly identified as LT245/75R 16E rather than LT 225/75R 16E. Incorrect tire information on the labels could lead to the wrong tires being installed, possible affecting vehicle stability and control and increasing the risk of a crash. Roadtrek recall number 2021-03. (888) 762-3873 Sailun Tire Americas inc. 21T018000. Certain Blackhawk, Blacklion, Ironhead, RoadX and Sailun Branded tires, sizes ST235/80R16 and ST 235/85R 16 with DOT codes 2020 through 4120. Because of a manufacturing issue, the tires may experience a belt separation, which could lead to a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash. Sailun (844)281-9696

02/08/2022

February Recall: 21V-877: Certain FOREST RIVER: 2021-2022 Cherokee ACKT29TEBL Travel trailers. The tire size, gross axe weight rating (GVWR), and cargo carrying capacity (CCC) on the federal placard are incorrect, which could result in the vehicle being overloaded. Over loading vehicles increases the risk of a crash. Forest River, 260-499-2100.
KEYSTONE: 21V-866: Certain Arcadia 3660RL fifth-wheels. The federal identification label has the incorrect tire size and tire pressure information . Incorrect information may result in unintentionally over-inflating the tires, increasing the risk of a crash. Keystone recall number 21-417. Keystone: 866-425-4369

12/08/2021

RECALL NOTICE: 21V-723 Certain 2022 Forest River Aurora travel trailers. These trailers were manufactured with the incorrect tires, which could cause an overload condition and lead to premature tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash. Forest River, (574)825-6327

11/18/2021

I was fortunate enough to meet up with Tony and Peggy of Stress Less Camping at the FMCA rally, Rocky Mountain Ramble, in Tucson last month. Great people and preforming a great service to our passion. Her is the interview I had with them.

RV weight is a critical factor in RV safety and we speak with industry expert Steve Kass who has weighed thousands of RVs. He’s got some great tips and also some funny stories to share. Then we review an RV gadget that can help you with your RV’s weight. Finally, a new feature, RV of the week pl...

10/24/2021

Wrapping up the Rocky Mountain Ramble. Weighed 21 motor-homes in the last 3 days. Off for a little R&R now. Had a great tine and met some great people.

10/19/2021

Spending this week at the Rocky Mountain Ramble in Tucson,AZ weighing motor homes. First post COVID rally for me since January 2020. Beautiful weather and great facility.

09/03/2021

Recall Notice: 21V292: Certain 2021 Passport travel trailers (282QB, 2400RB, 2704RK). The safety chains installed are underrated for the gross Vehicle weigh rating (GVWR), increasing the risk of personal injury or a crash. Keystone recall number 21-410. Keystone, 866-425-4369