NHTSA Recall 12V426000: Electrical (equipment)
TRAILS WEST MANUFACTURING OF IDAHO reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 34 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Trails West Classic.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V426000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT › ELECTRICAL |
| Report received | August 30, 2012 |
| Owner notification | September 18, 2012 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Trails West Manufacturing of Idaho, Inc.(Trails West) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 recreational vehicles equipped with Sure Power battery separator devices, due to overheating.
Safety risk
Overheating of the battery separator can result in smoke and possible fire.
Remedy
Trails West will notify owners, and Sure Power will replace the battery separators free of charge. The safety recall began on September 18, 2012. Owners may contact Trails West Manufacturing of Idaho, Inc. at 1-208-852-2200.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V426000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Trails West Classic | 2011, 2012 |
| Trails West Santa FE | 2011 |
| Trails West Sierra | 2010, 2011, 2012 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.