Recall 16V786 affects 94 2017 Starcraft Ar-One trailers with incorrect weight labels that can lead to overloading. Corrected labels are free from Starcraft.
Starcraft is recalling 94 2017 Ar-One model 28R trailers because the federal placard and cargo carrying capacity labels list incorrect information. The error can lead an owner to overload the trailer, which increases crash risk, and Starcraft dealers will correct the labels free of charge.
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What's wrong?
On the 2017 Starcraft Ar-One, the Federal Placard and Cargo Carrying Capacity label tell an owner how the trailer is configured and how much weight it is built to carry. That label works with the tire information, because tire selection and rim limits depend on the trailer being loaded within its rated capacity.
For model 28R trailers in this recall, the label data was entered wrong in the system that prints the labels. Starcraft found labels that listed 2 axles instead of 1, which gives the owner incorrect loading information. If an owner follows the wrong label, the trailer can be overloaded, and the tires and rims can be asked to carry more weight than intended.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem is the information printed on the label, so the trailer does not announce the error through a sound, light, or handling change before an owner loads it.
Who's affected?
The listed components point to the same owner-facing issue: tire information and the vehicle label.
| 2017 Starcraft Ar-One | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| 2017 Starcraft Ar-One | tire |
| Units affected | 94 |
| 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?
Overloading the trailer raises crash risk because the posted cargo capacity is wrong. Use the corrected placard and cargo capacity label when loading, and keep cargo within the listed limit before towing. Repair is free at any franchised Starcraft dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Starcraft Ar-One is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Starcraft dealer to get the free corrected Federal Placard and CCC labels that show the trailer's proper cargo capacity.
- Call Starcraft customer service at 1-800-945-4787 with questions, and reference recall number 16V786 when you call.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it so the dealer can match the label correction to your trailer.
- Avoid loading the trailer by the incorrect label before the corrected placard and CCC labels are installed.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Starcraft technician confirms the trailer has the corrected Federal Placard and Cargo Carrying Capacity labels, then replaces any incorrect labels with the corrected versions. The recall work is free, including parts and labor. If you already paid for corrected placard or CCC label work before the recall notice, contact Starcraft customer service at 1-800-945-4787 about reimbursement under Starcraft's general reimbursement plan, and keep any repair paperwork tied to that label correction.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 28, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 3, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
| November 4, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| November 4, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 4, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V786?
Recall 16V786 covers 94 2017 Starcraft Ar-One model 28R trailers with incorrect Federal Placard and Cargo Carrying Capacity labels. Bad weight information can lead an owner to overload the trailer, which increases crash risk. Starcraft provides corrected labels free of charge.
What should I do if my 2017 Starcraft Ar-One is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 16V786. If it is, contact a franchised Starcraft dealer or Starcraft customer service at 1-800-945-4787 and ask for the corrected Federal Placard and Cargo Carrying Capacity labels. Reference Starcraft recall number 9902328 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix recall defects at no cost. Starcraft notified owners and provided corrected Federal Placards and Cargo Carrying Capacity labels free of charge for recall 16V786.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is trailer overloading. The incorrect placard and Cargo Carrying Capacity labels can give the wrong weight information, and an overloaded trailer increases crash risk. Confirm your VIN, then get the corrected labels from Starcraft or a franchised Starcraft dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V786000 |
|---|---|
| Starcraft customer service | 1-800-945-4787 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V786 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V786000 |
Source documents
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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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