Recall 11V439 covers 596 2009-2011 Carriage Carri-Lite, Cameo, Domani, and Royals trailers for generator transfer switch overheating. Repair is free at any franchised Carriage dealer.
Carriage is recalling 596 2009-2011 Carri-Lite, Cameo, Domani, and Royals fifth-wheel trailers because the generator transfer switch was built or installed outside specification, which can create excessive heat inside the switch. Overheating can degrade the electrical connections, melt the switch, and start a fire; the dealer repair will be free once Carriage makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The generator transfer switch in a 2009-2011 Carriage Carri-Lite, Cameo, Domani, or Royals fifth wheel is the electrical switch that moves power between shore power and the onboard generator. When it is built and installed to specification, it routes power through the trailer and keeps the electrical load contained inside the switch assembly.
On affected trailers, the transfer switch was not manufactured or installed to the proper specification. That mismatch leaves the switch at risk of excessive heat buildup while generator power is being routed. Heat inside the switch can damage the switch assembly and nearby electrical components, especially when the generator is carrying a heavy load.
There is no warning sign before failure. If the switch overheats, an owner is not given a reliable built-in light, sound, or other early signal from the trailer before the problem starts.
Who's affected?
Spans Carri-Lite, Cameo, Domani, and Royals models across the 2009-2011 model years, all tied to the same recreational vehicle/trailer equipment component.
| 2009 Carriage Carri-Lite | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
|---|---|
| 2010 Carriage Carri-Lite | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2010 Carriage Cameo | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2011 Carriage Cameo | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2009 Carriage Domani | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2009 Carriage Cameo | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 20111 Carriage Royals | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2011 Carriage Carri-Lite | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2010 Carriage Royals | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| Units affected | 596 |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Elevated electrical loads can overheat the generator transfer switch lugs and weaken the electrical connections. If heat builds inside the switch, it can melt and catch fire, creating a fire risk for people nearby. Ask a Carriage dealer about the inspection and any needed switch replacement. Repair will be free at any franchised Carriage dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009-2011 Carriage Carri-Lite, Cameo, Domani, or Royals trailer is included in this recall.
- Wait for Carriage repair instructions before scheduling service; the remedy status is not listed as available.
- Call Carriage customer service at 1-574-642-3622 with questions and reference recall number 11V439.
- Avoid using the generator until the transfer switch has been inspected for overheating and damaged electrical connections.
- Bring the recall notice if Carriage has mailed one, and ask the dealer about the free transfer-switch inspection and replacement.
What happens at the repair
Carriage's remedy calls for a dealer inspection of the generator transfer switches. A Carriage technician checks whether the switch was built and installed to the proper specification, looking for conditions that allow excessive heat inside the switch. If the switch does not meet the recall requirement, the technician replaces it. The filing said the safety recall was expected to begin during September 2011. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall.
Timeline
| August 26, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
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Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V439?
Recall 11V439 covers 596 2009-2011 Carriage Carri-Lite, Cameo, Domani, and Royals fifth-wheel trailers with generator transfer switches that were not made or installed to specification. Heat can build up inside the switch, melt it, and start a fire. Dealers inspect the switch and replace it as needed for free.
What should I do if my 2009-2011 Carriage Carri-Lite, Cameo, Domani, or Royals is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 11V439. If it is, contact a franchised Carriage dealer or Carriage at 1-574-642-3622 and ask for the generator transfer switch inspection. Reference recall 11V439 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the defect at no cost, and Carriage's remedy says dealers will inspect the generator transfer switch and replace it as necessary free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. Elevated electrical loads can overheat the lugs and degrade the electrical connections inside the generator transfer switch. If enough heat builds up, the switch can melt and catch fire. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free dealer inspection and repair.
What if I bought this Carriage trailer used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Carriage trailer is included, then give recall 11V439 to the dealer or Carriage when you ask for the generator transfer switch inspection.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V439000 |
|---|---|
| Carriage customer service | 1-574-642-3622 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V439 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V439000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →