Defect Description For Recall
Aluminum Trailer Company (Atc) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2013 Quest Trailers Manufactured February 26, 2013, Through April 10, 2013. Due To A Design Change In The Dometic-Brand Power Awning Motor Assembly, The Motor Assembly Screws May Unknowingly Shear.
Make Of Vehicle
ATC
Model Of Vehicle
QUEST
Year
2013
Recall Campaign Number
13V376000
Component Description
Equipment
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
Atc Will Notify Owners, And Dometic Staff Will Replace The Affected Motors With One Of A Different Design. The Recall Began On September 6, 2013. Owners May Contact Atc At 1-574-773-8360 Or Dometic At 1-888-447-0003 For More Information. Owners Are Being Instructed Not To Drive Their Vehicle Until Repairs Can Be Performed.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Aluminum Trailer Company
Start Of Manufacture
20130226
End Of Manufacture
20130410
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
17
Date Owners Notified
20130906
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Aluminum Trailer Company (Atc)
Date Report Received
20130820