Recall 13V347 covers 45 2013-2014 Takena truck campers and travel trailers because awning motor screws can shear. Free motor replacement at Takena dealers.
Takena is recalling 45 2013-2014 1865, 1860, and 2265 travel trailers, along with TS116FB, TS116, and DS116RB truck campers, because screws in the Dometic-brand power awning motor assembly can shear. If they shear, the awning can unfurl while parked or in transit, raising the risk of injury or a crash; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The recalled part is the Dometic-brand power awning motor assembly on 2013-2014 Takena 1865, TS116FB, 2265, 1860, DS116RB, and TS116 campers and travel trailers. The motor assembly turns the awning roller so the fabric extends and retracts. Small screws hold that motor assembly in place, which lets the awning drive stay aligned while it moves the awning.
In NHTSA campaign 13V347, the problem comes from a design change in that power awning motor assembly. The motor assembly screws can shear, which means the screw heads or shafts break instead of holding the motor securely. Once the screws break, the awning motor assembly no longer has the same support it was designed to have.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners are not told to watch for a sound, light, or visible change before the screws shear.
Who's affected?
This recall spans six model names across the 2013 and 2014 model years, all tied to equipment.
| 2014 Takena 1865 | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2013 Chalet Truck Campers TS116FB | Equipment |
| 2013 Takena 2265 | Equipment |
| 2013 Takena 1865 | Equipment |
| 2013 Takena 1860 | Equipment |
| 2014 Chalet Truck Campers DS116RB | Equipment |
| 2013 Chalet Truck Campers DS116RB | Equipment |
| 2014 Chalet Truck Campers TS116FB | Equipment |
| 2014 Takena 1860 | Equipment |
| 2014 Takena 2265 | Equipment |
| 2014 Chalet Truck Campers TS116 | Equipment |
| 2013 Chalet Truck Campers TS116 | Equipment |
| Units affected | 45 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific RV is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the awning motor assembly screws shear, the awning can unfurl unexpectedly while parked or in transit. That movement increases the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash. Follow the recall instruction to keep the vehicle out of service until repairs are performed. Repair will be free at any franchised Takena dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2014 Takena 1865, TS116FB, 2265, 1860, DS116RB, or TS116 is included in this recall.
- Do not drive the vehicle until the awning motor repair is complete.
- Arrange a tow if the vehicle has to be moved for repair; do not drive it there yourself.
- Contact a franchised Takena dealer to schedule the free Dometic power-awning motor replacement that prevents the awning from unfurling unexpectedly.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 13V347 when you call.
What happens at the repair
Takena instructs owners not to drive the vehicle until the recall repair is performed. The repair calls for a Takena dealer or Dometic staff to replace the affected Dometic power awning motor with a redesigned motor. That replacement addresses the motor assembly screws that can shear. Because the remedy status is not listed as available in the source, treat the repair as a dealer handled recall path and confirm scheduling before moving the vehicle. The final repair will be free once available.
Timeline
| May 3, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
|---|---|
| August 7, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V347?
Recall 13V347 covers 45 2013-2014 Takena 1865, TS116FB, 2265, 1860, DS116RB, and TS116 campers and trailers with Dometic-brand power awning motors. The motor assembly screws can shear, letting the awning unfurl while parked or in transit and increasing injury or crash risk.
What should I do if my 2013-2014 Takena 1865, TS116FB, 2265, 1860, DS116RB, or TS116 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific camper or trailer is included in recall 13V347. If it is, contact a Takena dealer or Dometic staff to arrange replacement of the affected awning motor with the updated design. Reference recall 13V347 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 13V347, the affected Dometic-brand power awning motor is replaced with one of a different design, with parts and labor covered through the recall repair path.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is an awning that unfurls unexpectedly while the camper or trailer is parked or moving. If the awning opens in transit, it increases the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free motor replacement.
When did recall 13V347 begin?
Recall 13V347 began on May 3, 2013. If you bought the camper or trailer used, or never received an owner notice, the VIN still decides whether the free repair applies. Check your VIN and reference recall 13V347 when you contact the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V347000 |
|---|---|
| Takena customer service | 1-541-791-4610 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V347 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V347000 |
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 →