Recall 15V030 affects 284 2015 Highland Ridge Fw Open Range 3X recreational trailers for faulty awning screws. Repair is free at Highland Ridge Fw dealers.
Highland Ridge Fw is recalling 284 2015 Open Range 3X recreational trailers with Carefree of Colorado Latitude awnings because screws securing the lateral arm brackets were not made to specification. If the screws fail, the supporting bracket and awning can fall onto someone beneath it, and Highland Ridge Fw dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The awning on the 2015 Highland Ridge Fw Open Range 3X uses lateral arms to hold the fabric housing out from the trailer when the awning is extended. Those arms attach to mounting brackets on the trailer body, and screws hold the lateral arm brackets in place. The brackets and screws have to carry the load of the awning without pulling loose.
On affected trailers, the screws used with certain Latitude GX and G awnings were not made to the required specification. That means the fasteners do not provide the intended strength for holding the lateral arm support in place. If the screw or bracket connection loses its hold, the awning support no longer has the attachment strength it was designed to have.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first visible problem can be an awning arm or bracket that is loose instead of held tight against the trailer.
Who's affected?
| 2015 Highland Ridge Fw Open Range 3X | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 284 |
Not every 2015 Highland Ridge Fw Open Range 3X trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
The defective screws can fail, letting the supporting bracket and awning fall and injure someone beneath it. Until the screws are replaced, keep people clear of the awning area and schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Highland Ridge Fw dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015 Highland Ridge Fw Open Range 3X is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Highland Ridge Fw dealer to schedule the free awning screw replacement that secures the lateral arm brackets.
- Bring the recall notice if Highland Ridge Fw sent one. If not, reference recall number 15V030 when you call.
- Avoid standing under the awning until the screw replacement is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Highland Ridge Fw technician replaces the defective screws that attach the Latitude Awning lateral arm brackets to the mounting brackets. There is no charge for parts or labor under the recall. Highland Ridge Fw has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for this screw related awning repair. If you have prior repair paperwork, ask Highland Ridge Fw customer service or the service desk how to submit it under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
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Timeline
| January 23, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
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| February 10, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V030?
Recall 15V030 covers 284 2015 Highland Ridge Fw Open Range 3X recreational trailers with Latitude GX and G awnings. The awning arm bracket screws were not made to specification, so the bracket and awning can fall and injure a person underneath. Dealers replace the screws for free.
What should I do if my 2015 Highland Ridge Fw Open Range 3X is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 15V030. If it is, contact a franchised Highland Ridge Fw dealer to schedule replacement of the defective awning screws. Reference recall number 15V030 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair this defect at no cost, and Highland Ridge Fw's remedy says dealers replace the defective screws free of charge. The free repair applies at a franchised Highland Ridge Fw dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that the awning support bracket and awning can fall if the defective screws fail. A person standing under the awning can be injured. Keep people clear of the awning until a dealer replaces the screws.
What if I bought this Open Range 3X used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to honor safety recalls regardless of ownership history. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included, then reference recall number 15V030 when you call the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V030000 |
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| Highland Ridge Fw customer service | 1-260-768-7771 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V030 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V030000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notice (PDF) - Download Recall Report (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 1, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →