NHTSA Recall 26V132000: Spare tire mount/rack (equipment)
Do not drive ESCAPE TRAILER INDUSTRIES LTD. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 324 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Escape Escape 17.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V132000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT › MECHANICAL › SPARE TIRE MOUNT/RACK |
| Report received | March 5, 2026 |
| Owner notification | March 20, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Escape Trailer Industries LTD. (Escape Trailer) is recalling certain 2025 E17, E19, E21, E5.0 recreational trailers. The spare tire carrier may have incorrect welding, causing the carrier to detach from the trailer during transit.
Safety risk
A detached carrier can become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the spare tire carriers, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 2026. Owners may contact Escape Trailer customer service at 1-604-703-1650. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 9, 2026.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V132000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Escape Escape 17 | 2025 |
| Escape Escape 19 | 2025 |
| Escape Escape 21 | 2025 |
| Escape Escape 5.0 | 2025 |
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.