Recall 12V-426: 2011–2012 Trails West Classic, 2011 Trails West Santa Fe and 1 more
TRAILS WEST MANUFACTURING OF IDAHO recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Aug 30, 2012, covering about 34 vehicles.
The problem
Trails West Manufacturing of Idaho, Inc.(Trails West) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 recreational vehicles equipped with Sure Power battery separator devices, due to overheating.
The risk
Overheating of the battery separator can result in smoke and possible fire.
The fix
Trails West will notify owners, and Sure Power will replace the battery separators free of charge. The safety recall began on September 18, 2012. Owners may contact Trails West Manufacturing of Idaho, Inc. at 1-208-852-2200.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | TRAILS WEST MANUFACTURING OF IDAHO |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Electrical |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 12V426000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Trails West Classic | 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Trails West Santa Fe | 2011 | All years |
| Trails West Sierra | 2010, 2011, 2012 | 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 12V-426?
Trails West Manufacturing of Idaho, Inc.(Trails West) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 recreational vehicles equipped with Sure Power battery separator devices, due to overheating.
How is recall 12V-426 fixed?
Trails West will notify owners, and Sure Power will replace the battery separators free of charge. The safety recall began on September 18, 2012. Owners may contact Trails West Manufacturing of Idaho, Inc. at 1-208-852-2200.
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.