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🩹 Injury riskNHTSA 18V294📅 May 8, 2018

2013 Starcraft Comet & 2011 Starcraft Starcraft recall: body & structure

⚠️ What's wrong

Starcraft RV (Starcraft) is recalling certain 2011 Starcraft BC and BD and 2013 Comet BA, BB and BC camping trailers equipped with a Lippert Power Roof Lift Mechanism. The manual over-ride feature on these power lifts may be misused, potentially resulting in torque from the drive motor damaging the lift mechanism.

💥 The risk

Damage to the lift mechanism may cause the roof to fall unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury.

🔧 The fix

Starcraft will notify owners and will provide a warning label to instruct owners of the proper use of the manual over-ride feature, free of charge. The recall began on June 26, 2018. Owners may contact Starcraft customer service at 1-800-945-4787. Starcraft's number for this recall is 9902379.

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
18V294000
Manufacturer recall #
9902379
Manufacturer
Starcraft RV
Vehicles affected
508
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Owner phone
1-800-945-4787
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jun 26, 2018
Built
Aug 2, 2010 – Aug 9, 2012
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 18V294 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 18V294?

2013 Starcraft Comet & 2011 Starcraft Starcraft. 508 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Starcraft dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-945-4787.