Recall 19V168 covers 74 2019 Highland Ridge Tt Open Range Ultra Lite and Mesa Ridge travel trailers for incorrect GVWR labels. Corrected labels are free.
Highland Ridge Tt is recalling 74 2019 Open Range Ultra Lite and Mesa Ridge travel trailers because the GVWR label lists 7,675 lbs, higher than the 7,600 lb safety chain rating. An overloaded trailer can lead to loss of vehicle control and a higher crash risk; Highland Ridge Tt dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The weight label on a 2019 Highland Ridge Tt Open Range Ultra Lite or Mesa Ridge travel trailer tells an owner the trailer's gross vehicle weight rating, or GVWR. That rating is the maximum loaded weight the trailer is built and labeled to carry. The safety chains are the backup connection between the trailer and tow vehicle if the hitch separates.
On these trailers, the label lists the GVWR as 7,675 lbs, while the safety chains are rated for 7,600 lbs. Highland Ridge Tt traced the problem to incorrect data used to calculate and print the specification. The trailer should have been labeled with the lower 7,600 lb rating, so the label gives owners a loaded-weight limit that is higher than the chain rating.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is the incorrect label itself, so an owner would notice it only by comparing the GVWR label with the safety chain rating or through the recall repair.
Who's affected?
Covers Open Range Ultra Lite and Mesa Ridge trailers with the same vehicle-label issue.
| 2019 Highland Ridge Tt Open Range Ultra Lite | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| 2019 Highland Ridge Tt Mesa Ridge | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| Units affected | 74 |
| 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?
An incorrect GVWR label can lead owners to load the trailer above its actual rating. Overloading affects handling and can cause loss of vehicle control, increasing crash risk. Use the corrected label before loading or towing, and schedule the label replacement soon. Repair is free at any franchised Highland Ridge Tt dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Highland Ridge Tt Open Range Ultra Lite or Mesa Ridge travel trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Highland Ridge Tt dealer to request the free corrected GVWR labels.
- Install the corrected labels before loading or towing; the corrected GVWR label helps prevent overloading beyond the safety-chain rating.
- Bring the recall notice if Highland Ridge Tt mailed it. If not, reference recall number 19V168 when you call.
- Call Highland Ridge Tt customer service at 1-260-768-7771 with questions about the label correction.
What happens at the repair
The repair for this recall is a corrected weight label, not a mechanical part replacement. Highland Ridge Tt has notified owners and provides the corrected labels free of charge. At service, a Highland Ridge Tt technician checks the trailer's certification label and replaces it with the corrected label so the listed gross vehicle weight rating no longer exceeds the safety chain rating. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered.
Timeline
| March 6, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 18, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| March 18, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 18, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| March 18, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V168?
Recall 19V168 covers 74 2019 Highland Ridge Tt Open Range Ultra Lite and Mesa Ridge travel trailers with an incorrect weight label. The label shows a 7,675 lb GVWR, which exceeds the 7,600 lb safety chain rating. Highland Ridge Tt provides corrected labels free of charge.
What should I do if my 2019 Highland Ridge Tt Open Range Ultra Lite or Mesa Ridge is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific travel trailer is included in recall 19V168. If it is, contact Highland Ridge Tt customer service at 1-260-768-7771 and ask for the corrected weight label under recall number 9904427. The corrected label is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to correct the defect at no cost, and Highland Ridge Tt provides the corrected label free of charge. Keep the new label with the trailer and replace the incorrect GVWR label as instructed.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is trailer overload. The incorrect GVWR label can lead an owner to load the trailer above the safety chain rating, which can cause loss of vehicle control and increase crash risk. Confirm the VIN and use the corrected label once Highland Ridge Tt provides it.
What if I bought this Highland Ridge Tt travel trailer used?
The free recall still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2019 Open Range Ultra Lite or Mesa Ridge is included, then reference recall 19V168 and Highland Ridge Tt recall number 9904427 when you contact customer service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V168000 |
|---|---|
| Highland Ridge Tt customer service | 1-260-768-7771 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V168 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V168000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - 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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