Recall 96V-130: 1993–1995 National RV National RV

NATIONAL RV, INC. recall for unknown or other, reported to NHTSA on Jul 15, 1996, covering about 1,250 vehicles.

NHTSA number
96V-130
Report date
Jul 15, 1996
Vehicles affected
1,250
Owners notified
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The problem

The awnings for the slide-out room can unfurl or unroll during transit causing the bracket to rip free of the sidewall of the vehicle.

The risk

The awning could break loose while the vehicle is in motion resulting in a vehicle accident and personal injury.

The fix

Carefree of colorado is conducting the owner notification and remedy campaign for this recall. Dealers will install arm locks, anti-billow studs and brackets as well as wind deflectors on these awnings.

Notes

Vehicle description: motor homes equipped with awnings used on slide-out rooms.note: carefree of colorado is conducting the owner notification and remedy campaign for this recall . Note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact carefree at 1-800-621-2617. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

ManufacturerNATIONAL RV, INC.
ComponentUnknown or Other
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number96V130002

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
National RV National RV1993, 1994, 1995All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 96V-130?

The awnings for the slide-out room can unfurl or unroll during transit causing the bracket to rip free of the sidewall of the vehicle.

How is recall 96V-130 fixed?

Carefree of colorado is conducting the owner notification and remedy campaign for this recall. Dealers will install arm locks, anti-billow studs and brackets as well as wind deflectors on these awnings.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.