Recall 16V730 affects 3 2014-2015 Showhauler Garage Coach vehicles for lift-gate roller chain failure. Repair is free at any franchised Showhauler dealer.
Showhauler is recalling 3 2014-2015 Garage Coach vehicles because the Thieman Tailgates TVL 12/16 lift gate roller chains can fail. If either side chain fails, that side of the platform falls to the ground without notice, creating an uneven surface and increasing injury risk; the Showhauler dealer repair is free.
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What's wrong?
The lift gate on a 2014-2015 Showhauler Garage Coach is the powered platform at the rear used to raise or lower cargo into the garage area. On the affected vehicles, the Thieman Tailgates TVL 12/16 series lift gate is supported by roller chains, which carry the load as the platform moves.
Showhauler was told by Thieman Tailgates that the RC 50 roller chains installed on these lift gates had a defect concern. The chain is the weak point in this recall. If it fails while supporting the lift gate, the platform loses the chain support it needs to stay controlled under load.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not count on a sound, light, or change in lift gate movement to tell you the chain is about to fail.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2014 and 2015 Garage Coach model years under the same body structure component.
| 2014 Showhauler Garage Coach | body structure |
|---|---|
| 2015 Showhauler Garage Coach | body structure |
| Units affected | 3 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific RV is included.
What's the safety risk?
If either lift-gate roller chain fails, that side of the platform drops immediately to the ground. The sudden drop creates an uneven surface and increases the risk of injury for anyone on or near the platform. There is no warning sign before failure. Repair is free at any franchised Showhauler dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014-2015 Showhauler Garage Coach is included in this recall.
- Contact Showhauler to schedule the free lift-gate chain replacement with a Thieman dealer.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 16V730 when you call.
- Avoid using the lift gate until the chain replacement is complete; a roller-chain failure can drop one side of the platform without notice.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Showhauler technician replaces the lift gate chains on the Thieman Tailgates TVL 12/16 series lift gate. The recall covers the defective chains and the labor to install them, so the owner does not pay for the repair. Call the service desk with recall 16E076 and confirm that the replacement chains are ready before bringing in the Garage Coach.
Timeline
| October 12, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 12, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| October 12, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 12, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| October 20, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V730?
Recall 16V730 covers 3 2014-2015 Showhauler Garage Coach vehicles with Thieman TVL 12/16 series lift gates. The roller chains that support the lift gate platform can fail, causing one side to fall to the ground without notice and increasing injury risk.
What should I do if my 2014-2015 Showhauler Garage Coach is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 16V730. If it is, contact a Thieman dealer or Showhauler customer service to arrange the lift gate chain replacement. Reference recall 16V730 and ShowHauler recall number 16E076 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety recalls at no cost, and Showhauler's remedy states that Thieman dealers will replace the lift gate chains free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for the recall repair.
What is the safety risk?
The lift gate platform can drop on one side without notice if a street-side or curb-side roller chain fails. That creates an uneven platform surface and increases injury risk. Keep people clear of the lift gate until the chain replacement is complete.
What warning signs should I watch for?
There is no warning sign listed before the platform drops. The official consequence says one side of the lift gate platform would fall immediately to the ground without notice if either roller chain fails. Treat the lift gate as unsafe until the dealer completes the repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V730000 |
|---|---|
| Showhauler customer service | 1-800-524-5210 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V730 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V730000 |
Source documents
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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 →