Recall 17V288 covers 3,379 2017 Highland Ridge Fw trailers for overheated LED ceiling lights. Repair is free at any franchised Highland Ridge Fw dealer.
Highland Ridge Fw is recalling 3,379 2017 Open Range, Light, Ultra Lite, Roamer, Highlander, and Mesa Ridge fifth wheels and travel trailers because the LED ceiling lights can produce excessive heat. The heat can raise fire risk, and the dealer repair will be free once Highland Ridge Fw makes the final remedy available.
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What's wrong?
The LED ceiling lights in these 2017 Highland Ridge Fw Open Range, Light, Ultra Lite, Roamer, Highlander, and Mesa Ridge fifth wheels and travel trailers are interior fixtures mounted in the living space ceiling. They are supposed to provide cabin lighting while keeping heat contained inside the light assembly and away from nearby ceiling materials.
On affected units, the LED ceiling light can run hotter than intended. Warranty review and product testing found an abnormally high failure rate for this light, with measured temperatures above 250 degrees Fahrenheit. Highland Ridge Fw had used the same Command LED light during part of the 2017 model year. The root cause was still under investigation in the recall record, so the defect is described by the overheating condition rather than a confirmed failed subpart.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not treat a working ceiling light as proof that the trailer or fifth wheel is clear; the VIN decides whether this recall applies.
Who's affected?
Spans six 2017 towable RV models, all tied to the same interior lighting component.
| 2017 Highland Ridge Fw Open Range | Interior lighting |
|---|---|
| 2017 Highland Ridge Fw Light | Interior lighting |
| 2017 Highland Ridge Tt Ultra Lite | Interior lighting |
| 2017 Highland Ridge Tt Roamer | Interior lighting |
| 2017 Highland Ridge Fw Highlander | Interior lighting |
| 2017 Highland Ridge Tt Mesa Ridge | Interior lighting |
| Units affected | 3,379 |
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?
Excessive heat from the LED ceiling lights creates a fire risk. Until the replacement is completed, avoid leaving the affected ceiling lights on unattended and contact a franchised Highland Ridge Fw dealer about the repair. Repair will be free at any franchised Highland Ridge Fw dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Highland Ridge Fw Open Range, Light, Ultra Lite, Roamer, Highlander, or Mesa Ridge RV is included in this recall.
- Contact Highland Ridge Fw customer service at 1-260-768-7771 for current repair instructions before scheduling service.
- Ask a franchised Highland Ridge Fw dealer about recall number 17V288 and the free LED ceiling-light replacement that removes the overheating light assembly.
- Avoid using the affected LED ceiling lights until the dealer replaces them.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it; owner letters were mailed on May 23, 2017.
What happens at the repair
The remedy listed for this campaign is dealer replacement of the affected LED ceiling lights with a different light. Because the remedy is still marked under development, confirm repair scheduling with the dealer before you tow or bring in the trailer. Once the repair is open for your VIN, a Highland Ridge Fw technician replaces the affected ceiling lights. Parts and labor are covered under the recall.
Timeline
| May 1, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 23, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 30, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| June 30, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 30, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V288?
Recall 17V288 covers 3,379 2017 Highland Ridge Fw Open Range, Light, Ultra Lite, Roamer, Highlander, and Mesa Ridge trailers with LED ceiling lights that can produce excessive heat. That heat increases the risk of a fire. Dealers will replace the affected lights for free.
What should I do if my 2017 Highland Ridge Fw Open Range, Light, Ultra Lite, Roamer, Highlander, or Mesa Ridge is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 17V288. If it is, contact a franchised Highland Ridge Fw dealer to schedule the LED ceiling light replacement. Reference recall number 17V288 and Highland Ridge Fw recall number 9904350 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the remedy for recall 17V288 says dealers will replace the affected LED ceiling lights with different lights free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. The recalled LED ceiling lights can produce excessive heat inside the trailer, and NHTSA campaign 17V288 states that this heat increases the risk of a fire. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free light replacement with a franchised dealer.
When did the recall repair begin?
The recall began on May 23, 2017. Highland Ridge Fw told owners to contact customer service at 1-260-768-7771, and dealers were instructed to replace the affected LED ceiling lights with different lights free of charge.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V288000 |
|---|---|
| Highland Ridge Fw customer service | 1-260-768-7771 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V288 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V288000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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