Recall 15V109 covers 550 2015 Lance Slide-In Camper and Travel Trailer vehicles for defective awning screws. Repair is free at any franchised Lance dealer.
Lance is recalling 550 of its 2015 Slide-In Camper and Travel Trailer models equipped with certain Carefree of Colorado Latitude awnings because screws in the lateral arm brackets were not made to specification. If the screws fail, the support bracket can fail and the awning can fall and injure a person beneath it; Lance dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The Latitude awning on affected 2015 Lance Slide-In Camper and Travel Trailer units uses lateral arm brackets and mounting brackets to hold the awning support arms in place. Those arms carry the load as the awning extends, retracts, and stays supported against the side of the camper or trailer. The small screws between the brackets are part of that load path.
The problem is with the screws that attach the lateral arm brackets to the mounting brackets. Carefree of Colorado told Lance the screws were made with the wrong process, so the affected screws do not meet specification. Under normal awning use, the screw heads can break off. Once that happens, the awning loses support at that bracket connection and a support arm is affected.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should not rely on noise, looseness, or a visible change to tell them the screws are about to break.
Who's affected?
Covers both Lance camper formats listed in the filing: Slide-In Camper and Travel Trailer, with the equipment component listed for each.
| 2015 Lance Slide-In Camper | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2015 Lance Travel Trailer | Equipment |
| Units affected | 550 |
The model name narrows the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific RV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Failed screws can let the support bracket fail and allow the awning to fall, striking and injuring someone beneath it. Keep people clear of the awning area until the dealer removes and replaces the defective screws. 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 awning-screw replacement that secures the lateral arm brackets.
- Bring the owner letter if Lance mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V109 when you call.
- Keep people clear of the awning until the replacement screws are installed.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Lance technician removes the defective screws in the Latitude awning bracket assembly and installs replacement screws that meet the required specification. The work focuses on the screws that attach the lateral arm brackets to the mounting brackets. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered by Lance. Ask the service desk to confirm the affected awning hardware is replaced before the camper or trailer is returned.
Timeline
| February 20, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
|---|---|
| February 24, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V109?
Recall 15V109 covers 550 2015 Lance Slide-In Camper and Travel Trailer units equipped with Latitude Awnings, styles GX and G. The awning bracket screws were not made to specification, so the bracket can fail and the awning can fall onto a person beneath it.
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 15V109. If it is, contact a Lance dealer to schedule replacement of the defective awning screws. Reference recall number 15V109 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Lance dealers will remove and replace the defective awning screws free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included vehicles.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that the awning support bracket can fail and let the awning fall. A falling awning can strike and injure a person standing beneath it. Until the repair is complete, keep people clear of the awning area and avoid using the awning.
When did Lance start notifying owners?
Lance began the recall on February 20, 2015. If you never received a notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Slide-In Camper or Travel Trailer is included, then call a Lance dealer or Lance customer service at 1-661-949-3322.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V109000 |
|---|---|
| Lance customer service | 1-661-949-3322 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V109 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V109000 |
Source documents
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- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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