NHTSA Recall 14V115000: Carrier/rack (equipment) and temporary/emergency spare tire (tires)
Triple E Recreational Vehicles reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 27 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Free Spirit FS22.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V115000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | CA#7841-1 |
| Components | EQUIPMENT › MECHANICAL › CARRIER/RACK; TIRES › TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE |
| Report received | March 12, 2014 |
| Owner notification | April 9, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Triple E Recreational Vehicles (Triple E RV) is recalling certain model year 2014 Free Spirit FS22, FS22SS, and FS22TE motorhomes manufactured September 2013 through March 2014. In the affected vehicles, the spare tire carrier and spare tire cover obstructs the visibility of the driver's side taillight.
Safety risk
If the driver's side taillight is obstructed, drivers behind the vehicle may not see the motorhome's intention to turn left, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Triple E RV will notify owners, and dealers will replace the old tire carrier with a newly designed one, free of charge. The recallbegan on April 9, 2014. Owners may contact Triple E RV at 1-877-992-9906. Triple E RV's number associated with this recall is CA#7841-1.
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 14V115000
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.