Recall 18V718 affects 1 2018 Riverside Dream recreational trailer because the awning can deploy while moving. Repair is free at any franchised Riverside dealer.
Riverside is recalling one 2018 Dream recreational trailer under recall 18V718 because its Solera Smart Arm Awning is at risk of deploying while the trailer is moving. An awning deployment while moving can increase crash risk, and a Riverside dealer will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The Solera Smart Arm Awning on the 2018 Riverside Dream is the powered shade assembly mounted along the side of the recreational trailer. Its control module and wiring harness receive the owner's switch command, then send power to extend or retract the awning when the trailer is parked and set up for use.
On this trailer, water can enter the Smart Arm awning control module wiring harness. Water in that electrical connection can create a short circuit, which sends power through the awning system without an owner command. If that happens while the trailer is moving, the awning can deploy from the side of the trailer instead of staying secured.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner is not expected to hear a special noise, see a warning light, or feel a change in how the trailer tows before the awning activates.
Who's affected?
| 2018 Riverside Dream | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 1 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2018 Riverside Dream trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
An awning deployment while the trailer is moving can increase the risk of a crash. If the awning moves, extends, or behaves unexpectedly, pull over when safe and arrange service before towing again. Repair is free at any franchised Riverside dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Riverside Dream recreational trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Riverside dealer to schedule the free awning-controller replacement that keeps the Solera Smart Arm Awning from deploying while moving.
- Bring the recall notice if Riverside mailed one. If not, reference recall number 18V718 when you call.
- Keep the awning closed and secured before moving the trailer, since deployment while moving increases crash risk.
- Call Riverside customer service at 1-765-472-3920 with questions about the free repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Riverside technician replaces the affected Solera Smart Arm Awning controller. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Riverside's reimbursement plan says LCI will reimburse owners for repair or replacement of the affected parts. If you already paid for this controller repair, keep your receipts and repair documentation, then contact Riverside customer service to ask how to submit the claim through LCI.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 12, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 15, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| October 15, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 20, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V718?
Recall 18V718 covers 1 2018 Riverside Dream recreational trailer equipped with a Solera Smart Arm Awning. The awning can deploy while the trailer is moving, increasing crash risk. Riverside's remedy is a free awning controller replacement at a dealer.
What should I do if my 2018 Riverside Dream is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 18V718. If it is, contact a Riverside dealer or Riverside customer service at 1-765-472-3920 to arrange the free awning controller replacement.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Riverside's remedy states that a dealer will replace the awning controller free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The awning can deploy while the trailer is moving, which increases crash risk. Until the controller is replaced, treat any unexpected awning movement as a reason to stop in a safe place and contact Riverside or the dealer before towing again.
What if I bought this Riverside Dream used?
The free recall repair still applies. A prior owner notice does not decide whether your current trailer is covered, so check your VIN and reference recall 18V718 when you call a Riverside dealer or Riverside customer service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V718000 |
|---|---|
| Riverside customer service | 1-765-472-3920 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V718 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V718000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (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 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →