Chalet Truck Campers TS116FB, DS116RB +1 more: Equipment

Affects Chalet Truck Campers TS116FB, DS116RB, TS116 · 2013–2014 — about 45 vehicles.

The hazard

If the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.

What to do

Chalet RV will notify owners, and dealers or Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with one of a different design. The recall began on May 3, 2013. Owners may contact Chalet RV at 1-541-791-4610 or Dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. Owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational