Recall 13V559 affects 57 2013 Starcraft Comet and Starcraft pop-up camping trailers for roof-lifter failure. Repair is free at any franchised Starcraft dealer.
Starcraft is recalling 57 2013 Comet and Starcraft pop-up camping trailers because a roof lifter system failure can let the roof abruptly collapse to the closed position. If your VIN is included, the Starcraft dealer repair will be free once available, and owners should keep people clear of the roof while arranging service.
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What's wrong?
The roof lifter system on a 2013 Starcraft Comet or Starcraft pop-up camping trailer raises the folding roof and holds it in the open position. Its job is to keep the roof supported while the trailer is set up, so people inside have clearance and the canvas sides stay under proper tension.
The recall problem is inside that lifting and support system. The filing does not identify a specific root cause, but it says that if a component fails, the roof can abruptly collapse to the closed position. That failure turns the roof from a supported structure into a falling load.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should not rely on noise, stiffness, or visible damage to decide whether the roof lifter system is safe.
Who's affected?
Covers the Comet and Starcraft models under the same body-structure component.
| 2013 Starcraft Comet | body structure |
|---|---|
| 2013 Starcraft Starcraft | body structure |
| Units affected | 57 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
An abruptly closing roof increases the risk of personal injury for anyone under or near it. Keep hands, arms, and passengers clear when raising or lowering the roof, and schedule the recall repair before using the roof again. Repair will be free at any franchised Starcraft dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013 Starcraft Comet or Starcraft pop-up camping trailer is included in this recall.
- Call Starcraft customer service at 1-800-945-4787 to confirm the current repair path and dealer instructions.
- Ask the Starcraft dealer about the free roof-lifter metal stop repair that keeps the pop-up roof from collapsing abruptly.
- Bring the recall notice if Starcraft mailed one. If not, reference recall number 13V559 when you call.
- Avoid using the pop-up roof until the roof-lifter repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
Starcraft's remedy adds a metal stop to the roof lifter system so the pop-up roof cannot collapse abruptly into the closed position after a lifter component fails. Once the dealer repair is available, a Starcraft technician will install that stop at no charge. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. The recall notice does not list a repair time, so ask the service desk how long the trailer needs to stay at the dealer.
Timeline
| November 7, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 19, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V559?
Recall 13V559 covers 57 2013 Starcraft Comet and Starcraft pop-up camping trailers with a roof lifter system defect. If a component fails, the roof can abruptly collapse to the closed position, increasing the risk of personal injury. Starcraft dealers add a metal stop for free.
What should I do if my 2013 Starcraft Comet or Starcraft is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 13V559. If it is, contact a Starcraft dealer and ask for the roof lifter system recall repair. Reference recall number 13V559 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Starcraft's remedy says dealers will add the metal stop free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included trailers.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is personal injury from the roof closing suddenly. The recall describes a roof lifter system component failure that can let the pop-up roof collapse to the closed position. Until the repair is complete, use extra care around the raised roof.
What if I bought this Starcraft trailer used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm inclusion, then contact a Starcraft dealer with recall number 13V559. Starcraft also lists 1-800-945-4787 for owner questions.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V559000 |
|---|---|
| Starcraft customer service | 1-800-945-4787 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V559 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V559000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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 →