Recall 16V533 affects 15 2016-2017 Triple E Unity recreational vehicles for a propane water heater line leak. Free repair at a franchised Triple E dealer.
Triple E is recalling 15 2016-2017 Unity recreational vehicles because items moving in the lower storage compartment can damage the Truma propane water heater line. The damaged line can rupture and release propane, which increases the risk of a fire near an ignition source, and Triple E dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The Truma propane water heater in affected 2016-2017 Triple E Unity motorhomes uses a propane line routed beneath the galley. The line carries fuel to the water heater so it can heat water for the sinks and shower when the propane system is on. That line needs to stay shielded from cargo in the lower storage compartment.
On these Unity motorhomes, the propane line is exposed to items shifting inside the lower galley storage compartment. A load that moves against the line can damage it enough to rupture. If the line ruptures, propane gas leaks out instead of staying contained in the fuel line. The recall repair moves the protective cleat to a new location so the line is better guarded.
The warning sign is the smell of propane inside the motorhome after the line ruptures. If you smell propane, treat it as a fuel leak and stop using propane appliances until the vehicle is inspected.
Who's affected?
Covers 2 Unity model years tied to the same water heater component.
| 2016 Triple E Unity | Water heater |
|---|---|
| 2017 Triple E Unity | Water heater |
| Units affected | 15 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
A propane gas leak near an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. The warning sign is propane odor inside the motorhome after the line ruptures. If you smell propane, avoid ignition sources and contact the dealer for repair guidance. Repair is free at any franchised Triple E dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2017 Triple E Unity is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Triple E dealer to schedule the free protective-cleat repositioning that helps prevent lower storage compartment items from damaging the propane water-heater line.
- Bring the recall notice if Triple E mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V533 when you call.
- Keep loose items secured in the lower storage compartment until the repair is complete.
- Call Triple E customer service at 1-877-992-9906 with questions and reference Triple E recall CA#8349-1.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer or RV servicing center, a Triple E technician repositions the protective cleat for the propane water heater gas line so items in the lower storage compartment do not damage the line. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. If the service center charges you at the visit, Triple E reimburses you or pays the RV servicing center directly. Keep the invoice and ask the service desk how Triple E handles the payment for this campaign.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 13, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 8, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| August 8, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 9, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| August 15, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V533?
Recall 16V533 covers 15 2016-2017 Triple E Unity recreational vehicles, including U24TB and U24IB models, with a Truma propane water heater line that can be damaged in the lower storage compartment. Triple E dealers will reposition the protective cleat for the gas line for free.
What should I do if my 2016-2017 Triple E Unity is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Unity is included in recall 16V533. If it is, contact a franchised Triple E dealer to schedule the gas-line cleat repositioning. Reference recall number 16V533 or Triple E recall CA#8349-1 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Triple E's remedy states that dealers will reposition the protective cleat for the gas line free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included vehicles.
What is the safety risk in recall 16V533?
The safety risk is fire. NHTSA campaign 16V533 describes a propane water heater line that can rupture and allow propane gas to leak. A propane gas leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
What if I bought my Triple E Unity used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Unity is included, then call a franchised Triple E dealer and reference recall 16V533 or CA#8349-1.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V533000 |
|---|---|
| Triple E customer service | 1-877-992-9906 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V533 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V533000 |
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 May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →