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NHTSA Recall 16V180000: Recreational vehicle/trailer (equipment)

Starcraft RV reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 26 vehicles. It affects 2016 Starcraft RV TT Launch Ultra Lite.

26
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2016
owners notified (April 25)
NHTSA campaign16V180000
Manufacturer campaign9902292
ComponentEQUIPMENT › RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
Report receivedMarch 30, 2016
Owner notificationApril 25, 2016
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Starcraft RV (Starcraft) is recalling certain model year 2016 Launch Ultra Lite trailers, model 31BHT, manufactured June 23, 2015, to September 29, 2015. The entry steps may have been installed without using the proper bolts, possibly resulting in the steps loosening or separating from the trailer.

Safety risk

Loose steps or steps that drop when weight is applied may cause the user to fall, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy

Starcraft will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the step installation, correcting the mounting as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 25, 2016. Owners may contact Starcraft customer service at 1-800-945-4787. Starcraft's number for this recall is 9902292.

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 16V180000

Make and modelModel years
Starcraft RV TT Launch Ultra Lite2016

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.