Recall 03V-315: 2003 Starcraft 17FK, 2002–2003 Starcraft 17SD and 12 more
STARCRAFT RV, INC. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Aug 26, 2003, covering about 2,966 vehicles.
The problem
On certain expandable travel trailers, the rear bed is large enough that excess weight may be placed on the bed, exceeding the support capacity of the brackets.
The risk
The bed could fall on someone causing personal injury.
The fix
Starcraft will notify its customers and strenghten the bed brackets free of charge. Owner notification began september 9, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact starcraft at
Notes
Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | STARCRAFT RV, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 03V315000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Starcraft 17FK | 2003 | All years |
| Starcraft 17SD | 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Starcraft 195CK | 2003, 2004 | All years |
| Starcraft 19CK | 2002, 2003, 2004 | All years |
| Starcraft 215RB | 2003, 2004 | All years |
| Starcraft 215SB | 2003, 2004 | All years |
| Starcraft 215SSO | 2003, 2004 | All years |
| Starcraft 21RB | 2002, 2003, 2004 | All years |
| Starcraft 21SB | 2003, 2004 | All years |
| Starcraft 21SSO | 2002, 2003, 2004 | All years |
| Starcraft 235SDS | 2003 | All years |
| Starcraft 23RBS | 2003 | All years |
| Starcraft 23SDS | 2003 | All years |
| Starcraft 23TB | 2003, 2004 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 03V-315?
On certain expandable travel trailers, the rear bed is large enough that excess weight may be placed on the bed, exceeding the support capacity of the brackets.
How is recall 03V-315 fixed?
Starcraft will notify its customers and strenghten the bed brackets free of charge. Owner notification began september 9, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact starcraft at
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.