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2007-2008 Starcraft Folding Camping Trailer recall: winch

Starcraft Rv, Inc. reported this safety recall on October 16, 2007. It covers about 1,014 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,014
reported
Oct 16, 2007
owners notified
Oct 10, 2007

Equipment: mechanical: winch

What is wrong
On certain folding camping trailers (fct) equipped with a power winch unit, model p55000, built by carefree of colorado, an incorrect material was used in the manufacture of the cable shafts on some of these power winch units. Under certain circumstances while the folding camping trailer top is being lifted, if the winch is placed into a stall condition, the cable shaft may break prior to the fuse or circuit breaker tripping.
Risk
Should the cable shaft break, the fct top could then free-fall into the lower position, possibly resulting in injuries.
Remedy
Dealers will install new cable shafts free of charge. The recall began on october 10, 2007. Owners may contact starcraft at 260‑593‑2550.

Recall number 07V485000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 07V485000

Is there a recall on the 2007-2008 Starcraft Folding Camping Trailer winch?

Yes. Recall 07V485000, reported on October 16, 2007, covers about 1,014 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 07V485000?

Dealers will install new cable shafts free of charge. The recall began on october 10, 2007. Owners may contact starcraft at 260‑593‑2550.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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