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🔥 Fire riskNHTSA 16V897📅 Dec 14, 2016

2017 Triple E Serenity recall: electrical system

⚠️ What's wrong

Triple E Recreational Vehicles (Triple E) is recalling certain model year 2017 Serenity S24CB recreational vehicles manufactured June 1, 2016 through November 23, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the circuit wire leading from the coach's power system to the battery is incorrectly connected to a 150 amp fuse, however, the wire is only rated for a maximum load of 120 amps.

💥 The risk

An overloaded wire increases the risk of a fire.

🔧 The fix

Triple E will notify owners, and dealers will correct the wires at the fuse holder, free of charge. The recall began on January 5, 2017. Owners may contact Triple E customer service at 1-877-992-9906. Triple E's number for this recall is CA #8495-1.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
16V897000
Manufacturer recall #
CA #8495-1
Manufacturer
Triple E Recreational Vehicles
Vehicles affected
18
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Owner phone
1-877-992-9906
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jan 5, 2017
Built
Jun 1, 2016 – Nov 23, 2016
Recall started by
MFR
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.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 16V897 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 16V897?

2017 Triple E Serenity. 18 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Triple E dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-877-992-9906.