Recall 14V578 affects 72 2015 Starcraft Ar-One travel trailers with inadequate range ventilation. Repair is free at any franchised Starcraft dealer.
Starcraft is recalling 72 2015 Ar-One travel trailers under recall 14V578 because the roof AC option removed the roof vent, leaving the kitchen range without enough ventilation. If propane keeps flowing and gas builds near the range, an ignition source can start a fire; Starcraft dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The roof vent in a travel trailer is a simple opening with a cover or fan that lets air leave the cabin. On a 2015 Starcraft Ar-One, it matters near the kitchen range, because the range gives off heat, cooking fumes, and combustion gases that need a path outside.
On affected Ar-One trailers, the roof AC option removed that roof vent from the build. The kitchen also has no window, so the range gases do not have the venting Starcraft intended. The problem is not that the air conditioner itself fails. The problem is that the trailer was built without enough ventilation for range use.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner will not get a built-in alert that range gases are not venting correctly. The practical clue is the layout itself: roof AC installed, no roof vent, and no kitchen window to open while the range is in use.
Who's affected?
| 2015 Starcraft Ar-One | Air conditioner |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 72 |
Not every 2015 Starcraft Ar-One trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
When propane keeps flowing and the range cannot vent outside, an ignition source can light the trapped gas and start a fire. Treat any range malfunction as a reason to shut off propane and arrange service before using the range again. Repair is free at any franchised Starcraft dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015 Starcraft Ar-One is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Starcraft dealer to schedule the free outside-venting range-hood installation that gives range gases a path out of the trailer.
- Bring the recall notice if Starcraft mailed one. If not, reference recall number 14V578 when you call.
- Avoid using the propane range until the outside-venting range hood is installed.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Starcraft technician installs a range hood that vents to the outside of the trailer. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Starcraft has a general reimbursement plan on file for documented out-of-pocket repairs tied to this recall. If you've already paid for a related range hood or venting repair, bring your repair paperwork to the service desk and ask how Starcraft's reimbursement plan applies.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 22, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 17, 2014 | Dealer notification began |
| October 17, 2014 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 17, 2014 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| October 28, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V578?
Recall 14V578 covers 72 2015 Starcraft Ar-One travel trailers with the roof AC option. Without a kitchen window or roof vent, propane gas from the range lacks proper venting. Starcraft dealers will install an outside-vented range hood for free.
What should I do if my 2015 Starcraft Ar-One is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 14V578. If it is, contact a Starcraft dealer to schedule the outside-vented range hood installation. Reference recall number 14V578 and Starcraft recall number 9902221 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Starcraft's remedy states that dealers will install the outside-vented range hood free of charge. Parts and labor are covered by the recall.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is fire from trapped propane gas. If propane continues to flow from the range and the trailer lacks proper venting, an ignition source can ignite the gas. The repair adds an outside-vented range hood to move those gases out of the trailer.
What if I bought my Starcraft Ar-One used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2015 Starcraft Ar-One is included, then call a Starcraft dealer or Starcraft customer service at 1-800-945-4787.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V578000 |
|---|---|
| Starcraft customer service | 1-800-945-4787 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V578 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V578000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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