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NHTSA Recall 17V779000: Trailer hitches

Travel Lite Rv reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 163 vehicles. It affects 2018 Travel Lite Falcon.

163
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2018
owners notified (April 6)
NHTSA campaign17V779000
ComponentTRAILER HITCHES
Report receivedDecember 6, 2017
Owner notificationApril 6, 2018
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Travel Lite RV (Travel Lite) is recalling certain 2018 Falcon recreational trailers, models F-23TH, and F-23RB. A 2" Class III hitch coupler was mistakenly installed instead of a 2 5/16" Class III hitch coupler.

Safety risk

Because the coupler is under rated for the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the trailer, the trailer could become unhitched from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall began on April 6, 2018. Owners may contact Travel Lite customer service at 1-574-831-3000.

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 17V779000

Make and modelModel years
Travel Lite Falcon2018

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.