NHTSA Recall 16V944000: Non-powered axle assembly (suspension)
Timberland INC DBA Glacier reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 38 vehicles. It affects 2016 Glacier RV Explorer.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V944000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SUSPENSION › REAR › AXLE › NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | December 29, 2016 |
| Owner notification | January 24, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Timberland Inc. DBA Glacier (Glacier) is recalling certain model year 2016 Glacier 17 RV Explorer recreational trailers, models A612, A614 and A165, manufactured February 1, 2016, to November 1, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the drop axle pivot pin retainer bolt may be too short for the locking nut to fully engage.
Safety risk
If the bolt separates from the lock nut, the wheel assembly may detach from the chassis, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Glacier will notify owners, and representatives of the Ickler Company, the chassis manufacturer, will travel to the dealer's or customer's location to fix the issue, free of charge. The recall began on January 26, 2017. Owners may contact Glacier customer service at 1-218-454-1078 or the Ickler Company at 1-320-251-8282.
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 16V944000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Glacier RV Explorer | 2016 |
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.