Defect Description For Recall
DRV Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2014 Tradition, Mobile Suite, Mobile Suite Select, And Elite Suite Recreational Vehicles And Travel Trailers Manufactured December 10, 2012, Through July 30, 2013. Due To A Design Change In The Dometic-Brand Power Awning Motor Assembly, The Motor Assembly Screws May Unknowingly Shear.
Make Of Vehicle
DRV
Model Of Vehicle
ELITE SUITE
Year
2014
Recall Campaign Number
13V369000
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
DRV Will Notify Owners, And Dometic Staff Will Replace The Affected Motor With One Of A Different Design. The Recall Began On October 15, 2013. Owners May Contact DRV At 1-260-562-1075 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
DRV Suites
Start Of Manufacture
20121210
End Of Manufacture
20130730
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
129
Date Owners Notified
20131015
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
DRV Suites
Date Report Received
20130816