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Recall 18V-093: 2008–2013 Triple E Libero, 2008–2013 Triple E Serenity and 15 more

Triple E Recreational Vehicles recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Feb 2, 2018, covering about 1,159 vehicles.

NHTSA number
18V-093
Report date
Feb 2, 2018
Vehicles affected
1,159
Owners notified
Feb 28, 2018

The problem

Triple E Recreational Vehicles (Triple E) is recalling certain 2002-2009 Invitation and Embassy recreational vehicles, 2002-2012 Regency, Regal, Senator and Topaz recreational vehicles, 2002-2010 Signature, Commander and Empress recreational vehicles, 2005-2013 Regency GT recreational vehicles, 2011-2013 MOT Trailers, 2012 Roughneck trailers (NT300), 2008-2013 Free Flight, Serenity (S24CB), Liberio (L24CB)and Free Spirit recreational vehicles and 2010-2013 Unity recreational vehicles. These motorhomes are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

The risk

In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

The fix

Triple E will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on February 28, 2018. Owners may contact Kidde customer service at 1-855-262-3540 or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Triple E's number for this recall is CA#8894-1.

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerTriple E Recreational Vehicles
ComponentEquipment
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number18V093000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Triple E Libero2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013All years
Triple E Serenity2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013All years
Triple E Unity2010, 2011, 2012, 2013All years
Triple E RV Commander2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010All years
Triple E RV Embassy2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009All years
Triple E RV Empress2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010All years
Triple E RV Free Flight2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013All years
Triple E RV Free Spirit2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013All years
Triple E RV Invitation2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009All years
Triple E RV MOT2011, 2012, 2013All years
Triple E RV Regal2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012All years
Triple E RV Regency2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012All years
Triple E RV Regency GT2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013All years
Triple E RV Roughneck2012All years
Triple E RV Senator2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012All years
Triple E RV Signature2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010All years
Triple E RV Topaz2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012All 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 18V-093?

Triple E Recreational Vehicles (Triple E) is recalling certain 2002-2009 Invitation and Embassy recreational vehicles, 2002-2012 Regency, Regal, Senator and Topaz recreational vehicles, 2002-2010 Signature, Commander and Empress recreational vehicles, 2005-2013 Regency GT recreational vehicles, 2011-2013 MOT Trailers, 2012 Roughneck trailers (NT300), 2008-2013 Free Flight, Serenity (S24CB), Liberio (L24CB)and Free Spirit recreational vehicles and 2010-2013 Unity recreational vehicles. These motorhomes are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

How is recall 18V-093 fixed?

Triple E will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on February 28, 2018. Owners may contact Kidde customer service at 1-855-262-3540 or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Triple E's number for this recall is CA#8894-1.

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.