Recall 16V112 affects 387 2012-2015 Open Range Journeyer trailers with underrated safety chains. Repair is free at any franchised Open Range dealer.
Open Range is recalling 387 2012-2015 Journeyer trailers because the A-frame safety chains are rated below the trailer's gross vehicle weight rating. If the main trailer connection fails, those chains can break and let the trailer separate from the tow vehicle, increasing crash risk; Open Range dealers will replace the chains free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The safety chains on 2012-2015 Open Range Journeyer travel trailers are the backup connection between the trailer A-frame and the tow vehicle. They are meant to hold the trailer if the hitch connection separates, so the chain rating needs to match or exceed the trailer's gross vehicle weight rating, or GVWR.
On affected Journeyer trailers, an engineering print sent to the supplier listed the wrong chain size. The trailers were built with chains rated for 11,700 lbs instead of a rating equal to the trailer GVWR. The chain label shows the smaller 11,700 rating, rather than the larger 16,200 rating noted for the correct chain size.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners are not expected to feel a change while towing before the chains are needed, so the visible chain label is the practical clue.
Who's affected?
Spans four model years of Journeyer trailers, all under the same recreational vehicle/trailer equipment component.
| 2013 Open Range Journeyer | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
|---|---|
| 2014 Open Range Journeyer | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2015 Open Range Journeyer | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2012 Open Range Journeyer | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| Units affected | 387 |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the main trailer connection fails, undersized safety chains can break under trailer weight. That allows the trailer to separate from the vehicle and increases crash risk. If your VIN is included, schedule the chain replacement before the next tow. Repair is free at any franchised Open Range dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012-2015 Open Range Journeyer is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Open Range dealer to schedule the free safety-chain replacement that replaces the under-rated A-frame chains with correctly rated backup chains.
- Bring the recall notice if Open Range sent one. If not, reference recall number 16V112 and Open Range recall 9905277 when you call.
- Tow cautiously until the repair is complete. Confirm the trailer is properly coupled before each trip.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Open Range technician replaces the existing A-frame safety chains with chains rated at 16,200lb, matching the recall remedy. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Open Range has a general reimbursement plan on file for documented out-of-pocket repairs paid before the recall repair. If you already paid for safety-chain work related to this issue, bring the repair paperwork and receipts to the service desk or contact Open Range customer service about submitting documentation.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 25, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 29, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V112?
Recall 16V112 covers 387 2012-2015 Open Range Journeyer trailers, including JT 337 RLS and JT340FLR units, with A-frame safety chains rated below the trailer's GVWR. If the main trailer connection fails, the chains can break and let the trailer separate. Open Range dealers replace the chains for free.
What should I do if my 2012-2015 Open Range Journeyer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 16V112. If it is, contact an Open Range dealer to schedule the safety-chain replacement. Reference recall number 16V112 or Open Range recall number 9905277 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the Open Range Journeyer recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Open Range's remedy says dealers will replace the existing safety chains with 16,200 lb rated chains free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at the dealer.
What is the safety risk with recall 16V112?
The safety risk is trailer separation after a main trailer connection failure. The affected safety chains are rated for 11,700 lbs instead of being rated equal to or above the trailer's GVWR. If the chains break, the trailer can separate from the tow vehicle and increase crash risk.
What if I bought my Open Range Journeyer used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Journeyer is included, then call an Open Range dealer with recall number 16V112 or Open Range recall number 9905277.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V112000 |
|---|---|
| Open Range customer service | 1-260-768-7771 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V112 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V112000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- 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 May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →