Defect summary
Carefree of Colorado (Carefree) is recalling certain Freestyle Gearbox Housing part number: 015933-002. The gearbox may develop cracks, causing the awning to extend unintentionally.
Consequence
An awning extending unintentionally during transit may become a distraction or road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Carefree will provide additional support for the internal components of the Gearbox Housing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2023. Owners may contact Carefree customer service at 1-800-621-2617.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file, campaign 22E094000. Text as published by NHTSA.