Recall 16V278 covers 49 2016-2017 Holiday Rambler Endeavor Xe and Endeavor motor homes for tire-rubbing frame interference. Repair is free at franchised Holiday Rambler dealers.
Holiday Rambler is recalling 49 2016-2017 Endeavor Xe and Endeavor motor homes because front passenger-side framework or a mud flap can rub the tire and create excessive wear. Tire failure or restricted steering can affect vehicle control and increase crash risk; the dealer repair is free.
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What's wrong?
The front passenger-side wheel-well area on 2016-2017 Holiday Rambler Endeavor and Endeavor Xe motor homes includes a mud flap and a diagonal wheel-well skirt framing tube. That framing helps hold the fiberglass wheel-well skirt in place, while the mud flap sits behind the tire to catch road spray and debris. Both parts need enough clearance so the tire turns and moves without rubbing.
On these motor homes, the diagonal framing tube sits too close to the front passenger-side tire. It can touch the tire directly, or push the mud flap into the tire. That rubbing wears the tire excessively, and the interference can restrict steering. Corrected vehicles do not have that diagonal section of non-structural tube steel in the same spot.
Owners can hear excessive noise from the front passenger-side wheel-well area. That noise is the warning sign that the tire is contacting the mud flap or framing.
Who's affected?
Both Endeavor and Endeavor Xe motorhomes are listed for tire and frame components across the 2016 and 2017 model years.
| 2017 Holiday Rambler Endeavor Xe | tire |
|---|---|
| 2017 Holiday Rambler Endeavor Xe | body or structural component |
| 2017 Holiday Rambler Endeavor | tire |
| 2017 Holiday Rambler Endeavor | body or structural component |
| 2016 Holiday Rambler Endeavor | tire |
| 2016 Holiday Rambler Endeavor | body or structural component |
| 2016 Holiday Rambler Endeavor Xe | tire |
| 2016 Holiday Rambler Endeavor Xe | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 49 |
| 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 motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
Excessive front tire wear can lead to tire failure, and restricted steering can reduce control of the vehicle. Either problem increases crash risk. Noise from the front passenger side wheel well is a warning sign that the tire is contacting the mud flap or wheel well framing. Schedule inspection and repair promptly. Repair is free at any franchised Holiday Rambler dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2017 Holiday Rambler Endeavor Xe or Endeavor motor home is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Holiday Rambler dealer to schedule the free skirt-frame and mud-flap repair that prevents rubbing against the front passenger-side tire and steering restriction.
- Bring the recall notice if REV mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V278 when you call.
- Inspect the front passenger-side tire for unusual wear before driving, and avoid using the motor home if the tire shows damage or steering feels restricted.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Holiday Rambler technician inspects the tube steel skirt framing near the front passenger-side tire. If the diagonal section is present, the technician removes it, then installs additional screws to secure the mud flap. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. Holiday Rambler has a general reimbursement plan on file. If you already paid out of pocket for this repair, ask customer service or the dealer how to submit repair paperwork for review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 10, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 31, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| May 31, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 3, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| June 14, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V278?
Recall 16V278 covers 49 2016-2017 Holiday Rambler Endeavor Xe and Endeavor motor homes with skirt framing or mud flap interference at the front passenger-side tire. That interference causes excessive tire wear, tire failure risk, and restricted steering. Dealers inspect the framing, remove the diagonal section if present, and secure the mud flap for free.
What should I do if my 2016-2017 Holiday Rambler Endeavor Xe or Endeavor is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motor home is included in recall 16V278. If it is, contact a franchised Holiday Rambler dealer to schedule the inspection and repair. Reference recall 16V278 when you call, or contact REV customer service at 1-800-509-3417.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. For recall 16V278, Holiday Rambler dealers inspect the tube steel skirt framing, remove the diagonal section if present, and add screws to secure the mud flap free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 16V278?
The safety risk is tire failure or reduced steering control. Excessive tire wear leads to tire failure, and restricted steering affects control of the motor home. Either condition increases crash risk, so confirm your VIN and arrange the free dealer repair if your vehicle is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V278000 |
|---|---|
| Holiday Rambler customer service | 1-800-509-3417 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V278 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V278000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (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)
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