Recall 14V045 affects 8 2014 Starcraft Launch travel trailers with incorrect tire-size labels. Starcraft provides the corrected label for free.
Starcraft is recalling 8 2014 Launch travel trailers with the extreme package because the federal label lists the tire size as 14C instead of 15C. A wrong replacement tire can wear excessively and make the trailer unstable while towing, increasing crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The federal label on a 2014 Starcraft Launch travel trailer is the certification label that tells an owner or tire shop which tire size belongs on the trailer. On the affected Launch 17FB and 17SB trailers with the extreme package option, that label is supposed to point to the correct replacement tire size for the trailer's load rating and configuration.
The problem is that the label lists tire size 14C when the correct tire size is 15C. The trailer itself is not being recalled for a broken tire, axle, or suspension part. The defect is the printed tire information, which gives the wrong size to anyone using the label during service or tire replacement.
There is no warning sign before failure. Because the issue is printed information on the label, not a part that makes noise, leaks, or changes how the trailer tows, an owner will not feel the problem while driving.
Who's affected?
| 2014 Starcraft Launch | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 8 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Installing the wrong tire size can cause excessive tire wear and make the travel trailer unstable while towing, increasing crash risk. Until the label is corrected, confirm the tire size before replacing tires, and schedule the recall service soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Starcraft dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014 Starcraft Launch is included in this recall.
- Contact Starcraft at 1-800-945-4787 to request the corrected tire-size label that fixes the wrong 14C tire information.
- Reference recall number 14V045 when you call so Starcraft can match the trailer to the label correction.
- Install the corrected label before replacing tires, and use the tire size shown on the corrected label.
- Tow with extra care until the corrected label is installed because the wrong tire size can lead to excessive tire wear and unstable towing.
What happens at the repair
Starcraft's remedy is a corrected federal tire label, not a mechanical repair. The incorrect label lists the tire size as 14C when it should list 15C. Starcraft began the recall remedy on February 26, 2014, and the corrected label is free of charge. A Starcraft service representative can confirm the label campaign for your 2014 Launch trailer and explain where the corrected label is installed. Parts and labor are covered under the recall once the remedy is available.
Timeline
| February 7, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 26, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V045?
Recall 14V045 covers 8 2014 Starcraft Launch 17FB and 17SB travel trailers with the extreme package option. The federal label lists tire size 14C, but the correct tire size is 15C. Starcraft provides the corrected label for free.
What should I do if my 2014 Starcraft Launch is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific travel trailer is included in recall 14V045. If it is, contact Starcraft RV at 1-800-945-4787 and ask for the corrected federal label. Keep the recall number handy when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to correct the safety defect at no cost, and Starcraft provides the corrected label free of charge. This recall began on February 26, 2014.
What is the safety risk?
The risk comes from using the wrong tire size information. Installing an incorrect tire size can cause excessive tire wear and towing instability, increasing crash risk. Use the corrected 15C tire information once Starcraft provides the replacement label.
What if I bought my Starcraft Launch used?
The free recall still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2014 Starcraft Launch is included, then contact Starcraft RV with recall number 14V045.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V045000 |
|---|---|
| Starcraft customer service | 1-800-945-4787 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V045 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V045000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall 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)
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