Recall 14V141 affects 32 2014 Sportsmen 290IKSS travel trailers with overloaded axles. Repair is free at any franchised Sportsmen dealer.
Sportsmen is recalling 32 2014 290IKSS travel trailers because the installed axles were not designed for the trailer's weight rating. Overloaded axles can lead to suspension or axle failure and tire blowouts, increasing crash or injury risk; the dealer repair will be free once Sportsmen makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The axle assembly on a 2014 Sportsmen 290IKSS travel trailer supports the trailer body, keeps the wheels aligned, and carries the loaded weight while the trailer is being towed. It is part of the suspension, the system that connects the frame to the wheels and absorbs road movement. The axle must be rated for the trailer's weight carrying capacity so the tires and suspension stay within their design limits.
On affected trailers, Sportsmen built the unit with axles that were not designed for the trailer's weight carrying capacity. That means the axle can be loaded beyond its intended rating during normal use, especially when the trailer is packed for travel. An overloaded axle puts extra stress into the suspension and wheel area instead of carrying the load as designed.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not rely on noise, handling changes, or visible sagging to decide whether this recall applies; the VIN decides.
Who's affected?
The suspension and rear axle assembly are listed separately for the same trailer model.
| 2014 Sportsmen 290IKSS | suspension component |
|---|---|
| 2014 Sportsmen 290IKSS | rear suspension |
| Units affected | 32 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific trailer.
What's the safety risk?
Overloaded axles can fail in the suspension or axle assembly, and overloaded tires can blow out. This raises the risk of a crash or injury. Keep loads within the trailer's rated limits and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Sportsmen dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014 Sportsmen 290IKSS is included in this recall.
- Contact Sportsmen customer service at 1-800-768-4016 if you did not receive the owner letter mailed on May 2, 2014.
- Ask a Sportsmen dealer about the free axle replacement that corrects the trailer's load capacity.
- Reference recall number 14V141 when you call the dealer or customer service.
- Avoid towing the trailer until the axle repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Sportsmen technician replaces the trailer axles with axles rated for the correct load capacity. The source remedy says the recall began on May 2, 2014, and parts and labor are covered under the recall. The work addresses trailers built with axles that were not designed for the trailer's weight carrying capacity. Contact the dealer with your VIN and ask them to confirm the axle replacement before you bring the trailer in.
Timeline
| March 25, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 2, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V141?
Recall 14V141 covers 32 2014 Sportsmen 290IKSS travel trailers built with axles that were not designed for the trailer's weight rating. Overloaded axles increase the risk of suspension or axle failure and tire blowouts. Dealers replace the axles with correct-capacity parts for free.
What should I do if my 2014 Sportsmen 290IKSS is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 14V141. If it is, contact a franchised Sportsmen dealer and ask for the axle replacement. Reference recall 14V141 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost to owners. For recall 14V141, dealers replace the trailer axles with axles that have the correct load capacity free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is axle or suspension failure and tire blowouts from overloaded axles. That failure raises the risk of a crash or injury, especially while towing. If your VIN is included, arrange the free axle replacement before the trailer is used again.
When did the recall repair begin?
The recall repair began on May 2, 2014. That means the dealer remedy has been open for years. Check your VIN, then contact a franchised Sportsmen dealer and reference recall 14V141 to schedule the free axle replacement.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V141000 |
|---|---|
| Sportsmen customer service | 1-800-768-4016 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V141 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V141000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (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 →