NHTSA Recall 13V363000: Equipment
Navistar, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 125 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Bison Coach Stratus.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V363000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | August 15, 2013 |
| Owner notification | September 16, 2013 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Navistar is recalling certain model year 2013 Bison Coach Stratus, Stratus Express, Stratus Lite, Trail Express, Trail Hand, and Traveler recreational trailers manufactured February 20, 2013, through May 7, 2013. Due to a design change in the Dometic-brand power awning motor assembly, the motor assembly screws may unknowingly shear.
Safety risk
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.
Remedy
Navistar will notify owners, and Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with one of a different design. The recall began on September 16, 2013. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-331-332-1590 or Dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. Owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed.
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.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V363000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Bison Coach Stratus | 2013 |
| Bison Coach Stratus Express | 2013 |
| Bison Coach Stratus Lite | 2013 |
| Bison Coach Trail Express | 2013 |
| Bison Coach Trail Hand | 2013 |
| Bison Coach Traveler | 2013 |
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.