Recall 15V003 covers 240 2015 Lance Slide-In Camper and Travel Trailer vehicles with cracking awning brackets. Free repair at any franchised Lance dealer.
Lance is recalling 240 2015 Slide-In Camper and Travel Trailer RVs because mounting brackets on certain Latitude awnings can crack and let the awnings fall. If an awning falls, people underneath face an increased risk of injury, and Lance dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The Latitude awning on a 2015 Lance Slide-In Camper or Travel Trailer is mounted to the RV sidewall with brackets. Those brackets are the hard attachment points that hold the awning assembly in place while the camper or trailer is parked, moving, or being set up. When they stay solid, the awning stays secured to the side of the RV.
In NHTSA campaign 15V003, the problem is cracking in the awning mounting brackets. Once a bracket cracks, it no longer carries the awning load the way it was designed to. The awning can separate from the sidewall and fall, which creates a hazard for anyone near the RV and leaves the awning unsecured.
Visible cracks in the bracket that attaches the awning to the RV sidewall are the warning sign to look for. If you see cracking around that mounting point, treat it as a sign that the awning attachment is failing.
Who's affected?
Both Lance camper products in this recall involve the same recreational vehicle/trailer equipment category.
| 2015 Lance Slide-In Camper | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
|---|---|
| 2015 Lance Travel Trailer | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| Units affected | 240 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching 2015 Lance model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific RV is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the awning falls, people standing or sitting under it face an increased risk of injury. Visible cracks in the awning mounting brackets are a warning sign. Keep people clear of the awning and schedule the bracket replacement. Repair is free at any franchised Lance dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015 Lance Slide-In Camper or Travel Trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Lance dealer to schedule the free replacement of the Latitude awning mounting brackets that can crack and let the awning fall.
- Bring the recall notice if Lance mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V003 when you call.
- Keep people out from under the awning until the bracket replacement is complete.
- Call Lance customer service at 1-661-949-3322 if you need scheduling help.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Lance technician removes the affected Latitude awning mounting brackets and replaces all of the brackets with new parts. The repair addresses brackets that can crack and let the awning fall from the camper or trailer. Parts and labor are covered under the recall, so the dealer repair is free. Schedule the repair with a Lance dealer and ask whether the awning should stay closed until the work is complete.
Timeline
| November 26, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
|---|---|
| January 8, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V003?
Recall 15V003 covers 240 2015 Lance Slide-In Camper and Travel Trailer units equipped with certain Carefree of Colorado Latitude awnings. The awning mounting brackets can crack and let the awning fall. Lance dealers will replace all mounting brackets for free.
What should I do if my 2015 Lance Slide-In Camper or Travel Trailer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific camper or trailer is included in recall 15V003. If it is, contact a franchised Lance dealer to schedule replacement of the awning mounting brackets. Reference recall number 15V003 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair covered safety defects at no cost. For recall 15V003, Lance dealers will remove and replace all affected awning mounting brackets free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is injury from a falling awning. In recall 15V003, the affected awning mounting brackets can crack, allowing the awning to fall onto anyone standing or sitting under it. Keep people clear of the awning until the brackets are replaced.
When did the Lance awning recall begin?
The Lance recall began on November 26, 2014. If you own a 2015 Lance Slide-In Camper or Travel Trailer and never received a notice, check your VIN and call Lance customer service at 1-661-949-3322 or a franchised Lance dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V003000 |
|---|---|
| Lance customer service | 1-661-949-3322 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V003 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V003000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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