Recall 16V237 covers 159 2015-2017 Prime Time Crusader trailers with incorrect cargo carrying capacity labels. Repair is free at any franchised Prime Time dealer.
Prime Time is recalling 159 2015-2017 Crusader CSF370BHQ trailers because the Federal Placard lists the cargo carrying capacity as 800-900 pounds instead of 2700 to 2800 pounds. That leaves owners with inaccurate loading information, and Prime Time dealers will install a corrected placard free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The Federal placard on a 2015-2017 Prime Time Crusader is the certification label that tells an owner key weight information for the trailer. One of those values is Cargo Carrying Capacity, or CCC, which is the amount of cargo the trailer is rated to carry after the trailer itself is accounted for. Owners use that label when loading gear, supplies, and other items.
On affected Crusader trailers, the placard lists the CCC as 800-900 pounds. The correct CCC is 2700 to 2800 pounds. The trailer's carrying ability is not the part being recalled; the printed label is wrong. Prime Time determined the placards did not contain accurate CCC information, so the fix is a new Federal placard with the proper CCC.
There is no warning sign before failure because this is a labeling error, not a moving part that gives a noise, light, or change in feel. The number on the existing placard is the problem.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2015-2017 Crusader model years, all tied to the vehicle label (placard or certification).
| 2015 Prime Time Crusader | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| 2016 Prime Time Crusader | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2017 Prime Time Crusader | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| Units affected | 159 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
The risk is loading the trailer with the wrong cargo limit because the Federal Placard gives inaccurate Cargo Carrying Capacity information. Until the corrected label is installed, keep cargo within a conservative limit and confirm the accurate capacity with the dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Prime Time dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2017 Prime Time Crusader is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Prime Time dealer to schedule the free corrected Federal Placard installation, which gives the trailer's Cargo Carrying Capacity correctly.
- Bring the recall notice if Prime Time mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V237 when you call.
- Avoid relying on the incorrect placard for cargo loading until the corrected placard is installed.
What happens at the repair
The recall repair is available now. At the dealer, a Prime Time technician installs a corrected Federal Placard on the trailer. The corrected label shows the proper Cargo Carrying Capacity for the Crusader, so the weight information matches the certification requirement. The placard replacement is free under the recall, including parts and labor. Ask the service desk to confirm the new label was installed before you leave.
Timeline
| April 22, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 15, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 17, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| June 17, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 17, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V237?
Recall 16V237 covers 159 2015-2017 Prime Time Crusader trailers with an incorrect Federal Placard. The label listed Cargo Carrying Capacity as 800-900 pounds, but the correct capacity is 2700 to 2800 pounds. A Prime Time dealer will install a corrected placard for free.
What should I do if my 2015-2017 Prime Time Crusader is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 16V237. If it is, contact a franchised Prime Time dealer and ask for the corrected Federal Placard. Reference recall number 16V237 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to correct the defect at no cost to the owner. For this recall, a franchised Prime Time dealer will install the corrected Federal Placard free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 16V237?
The risk is inaccurate cargo capacity information on the trailer label. If the placard understates or misstates the Cargo Carrying Capacity, the operator does not have the correct loading information for the trailer. The fix is a corrected Federal Placard from a Prime Time dealer.
What if I bought my Prime Time Crusader used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Crusader is included, then contact a franchised Prime Time dealer and reference recall number 16V237.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V237000 |
|---|---|
| Prime Time customer service | 1-574-862-1025 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V237 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V237000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (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 →