Recall 16V944 covers 38 2016 Glacier Rv Explorer trailers for a short drop-axle pivot-pin retainer bolt. Repair is free at the dealer or customer location.
Glacier is recalling 38 2016 Rv Explorer recreational trailers because the drop axle pivot pin retainer bolt is too short for the locking nut to fully engage. If the bolt separates, the wheel assembly can detach from the chassis and increase crash risk; Glacier dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The rear drop axle on the 2016 Glacier Rv Explorer is part of the suspension that supports the trailer and keeps each wheel assembly attached to the chassis. A pivot pin lets that axle hardware sit in its cradle, and a retainer bolt with a locking nut is supposed to keep the pin from moving out of place. The lock nut needs enough bolt thread beyond it to hold securely.
On affected trailers, that retainer bolt is too short. Because the locking nut does not fully engage, vibration and road movement can work the bolt out of the cradle that holds the wheel assembly to the chassis. The replacement bolt extends through the lock nut by at least 1/4 inch; the recalled bolt sits flush with the nut.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner is unlikely to see the problem during normal use unless the axle hardware is inspected closely.
Who's affected?
| 2016 Glacier Rv Explorer | rear suspension |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 38 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2016 Glacier Rv Explorer RV is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific RV is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the bolt separates from the lock nut, the wheel assembly can detach from the chassis, increasing crash risk. Until the repair is completed, drive cautiously, avoid unnecessary trips, and contact Glacier or the dealer for repair scheduling. Repair is free at any franchised Glacier dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016 Glacier Rv Explorer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Glacier dealer to schedule the free axle pivot-pin retainer bolt repair that keeps the wheel assembly secured to the chassis.
- Ask whether Glacier or the Ickler Company will send a representative to the dealer or your location for the repair.
- Bring the recall notice if Glacier mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V944 when you call.
- Avoid unnecessary towing until the repair is complete, and stop towing if the trailer does not track normally.
What happens at the repair
Glacier's repair is available now and free of charge. A Glacier service representative, or the chassis manufacturer's representative, travels to the dealer's location or the customer's location to correct the drop axle pivot pin retainer bolt issue. The work should make sure the locking nut fully engages at the pivot pin so the axle hardware is properly secured. Parts, travel, and labor are covered under the recall, so the owner should not be charged for the repair.
Timeline
| December 20, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| December 21, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| December 23, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 29, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
| January 24, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V944?
Recall 16V944 covers 38 2016 Glacier Rv Explorer recreational trailers with a rear axle pivot pin retainer bolt that is too short for the locking nut to fully engage. If the bolt separates, the wheel assembly can detach from the chassis, increasing crash risk.
What should I do if my 2016 Glacier Rv Explorer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 16V944. If it is, contact Glacier at 1-218-454-1078 and reference recall 16V944. Glacier or Ickler Company representatives will arrange the axle repair at a dealer or customer location.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 16V944, Glacier says Ickler Company representatives will fix the axle pivot pin retainer bolt issue free of charge at the dealer's or customer's location.
What is the safety risk in recall 16V944?
The safety risk is wheel separation while the trailer is in use. The rear axle pivot pin retainer bolt is too short for the locking nut to fully engage, and bolt separation can let the wheel assembly detach from the chassis, increasing crash risk.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V944000 |
|---|---|
| Glacier customer service | 1-218-454-1078 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V944 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V944000 |
Source documents
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 →