Recall 26V-132: 2025 Escape Escape 17, 2025 Escape Escape 19 and 2 more
ESCAPE TRAILER INDUSTRIES LTD. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Mar 5, 2026, covering about 324 vehicles.
The problem
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.
The risk
A detached carrier can become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | ESCAPE TRAILER INDUSTRIES LTD. |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Mechanical › Spare Tire Mount/Rack |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 26V132000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Escape Escape 17 | 2025 | All years |
| Escape Escape 19 | 2025 | All years |
| Escape Escape 21 | 2025 | All years |
| Escape Escape 5.0 | 2025 | 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 26V-132?
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.
How is recall 26V-132 fixed?
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.
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.