Recall 14V115 covers 27 2014 Free Spirit FS22, FS22TE, and FS22SS motorhomes for a spare-tire carrier blocking the taillight. Free dealer repair.
Free Spirit is recalling 27 2014 FS22, FS22TE, and FS22SS motorhomes because the spare tire carrier and cover block part of the driver's side taillight. That obstruction can keep drivers behind the motorhome from seeing a left turn signal, increasing crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The spare tire carrier on the 2014 Free Spirit FS22, FS22TE, and FS22SS holds the temporary spare at the rear of the motorhome. The spare tire cover protects that tire from road grime and weather. Those parts are supposed to sit clear of the rear lighting so other drivers can see the brake lamps and turn signals.
On affected motorhomes, the carrier and cover sit in a position that blocks visibility of the driver's side taillight. The light itself is not the failed part. The problem is the way the spare tire equipment blocks the lamp from view, which makes the motorhome harder for traffic behind it to read when the driver brakes or signals.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner will not feel a change from the driver's seat, so the issue is found by inspecting the rear of the motorhome and checking whether the spare tire carrier or cover blocks the driver's side taillight.
Who's affected?
The FS22, FS22TE, and FS22SS are tied to the same affected areas: the carrier/rack and temporary spare tire.
| 2014 Free Spirit FS22 | Carrier/rack |
|---|---|
| 2014 Free Spirit FS22 | tire |
| 2014 Free Spirit FS22TE | Carrier/rack |
| 2014 Free Spirit FS22TE | tire |
| 2014 Free Spirit FS22SS | Carrier/rack |
| 2014 Free Spirit FS22SS | tire |
| Units affected | 27 |
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?
An obstructed driver's side taillight makes the left turn signal harder for drivers behind you to see, increasing the risk of a crash. Use extra care when signaling and schedule the recall repair promptly. Repair will be free at any franchised Free Spirit dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014 Free Spirit FS22, FS22TE, or FS22SS is included in this recall.
- Contact Free Spirit customer service at 1-877-992-9906 to confirm repair scheduling for your VIN.
- Ask a franchised Free Spirit dealer to replace the spare tire carrier with the redesigned carrier, which clears the driver's side taillight.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 14V115 when you call.
- Keep the driver's side taillight visible until the repair is complete, and remove anything that blocks it before driving.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Free Spirit technician replaces the old spare tire carrier with a newly designed carrier so the spare tire and cover no longer block the driver's side taillight. The filing describes the repair as a free replacement, but does not mark the final remedy as available. Confirm the repair opening with the dealer before planning the visit. The dealer repair will be free once available.
Timeline
| March 12, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 9, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V115?
Recall 14V115 covers 27 2014 Free Spirit FS22, FS22TE, and FS22SS motorhomes with a spare tire carrier and cover that blocks the driver's side taillight. Dealers will replace the old tire carrier with a redesigned one for free.
What should I do if my 2014 Free Spirit FS22, FS22TE, or FS22SS is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 14V115. If it is, contact a franchised Free Spirit dealer or call 1-877-992-9906 to schedule the tire carrier replacement. Reference recall number 14V115 and CA#7841-1 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the remedy for recall 14V115 is a free replacement of the old spare tire carrier with a redesigned one at a dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced visibility of the driver's side taillight. If the taillight is blocked, drivers behind the motorhome do not see a left turn signal, increasing the risk of a crash. The free repair corrects the tire carrier position.
What if I bought my Free Spirit motorhome used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner, so a used 2014 Free Spirit FS22, FS22TE, or FS22SS still qualifies when its VIN is included. Check your VIN, then call the dealer with recall number 14V115.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V115000 |
|---|---|
| Free Spirit customer service | 1-877-992-9906 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V115 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V115000 |
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 →