Recall 21V490 affects 79 2021-2022 Vanleigh Beacon RVs because the rear ladder interferes with the egress window. Repair is free at any franchised Vanleigh dealer.
Vanleigh is recalling 79 2021-2022 Beacon recreational vehicles because the rear ladder can interfere with the rear egress window and keep it from fully opening. In an emergency, that window cannot serve as an exit, increasing the risk of injury; Vanleigh dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
Does this recall apply to your specific vehicle?
The official, free per-VIN recall check is run by NHTSA. Enter your VIN and we'll forward you directly — and add you to a free watchlist so you hear about new recalls for your vehicle.
Check my VIN at NHTSARecallNotify doesn't check your VIN — NHTSA's official tool does. We use your email only to alert you to new recalls.
Watch this vehicle for recalls
Add it to your free watchlist and we will alert you as new federal recalls are posted for your year, make and model. New-recall alerts are rolling out now.
You are on the watchlist.
We will email you as new federal recalls are posted for your vehicle.
What's wrong?
The rear egress window on the 2021-2022 Vanleigh Beacon is an emergency escape opening built into the rear wall of the recreational vehicle. In normal use, it stays sealed like a window, but it must unlatch and open wide enough for an occupant to climb out during an emergency.
On affected Beacon 41LKB units, Vanleigh installed a left-side egress window behind a rear ladder. The ladder sits in the window's opening path, so the window does not open completely. The repair path changes the opening direction by using a right-sided egress window instead.
There is no driving symptom or dashboard warning for this defect. The warning sign is visual: when the rear egress window is unlatched and opened, the ladder blocks full travel.
Who's affected?
Covers the same left-side egress window on the Beacon across the 2021 and 2022 model years.
| 2021 Vanleigh Beacon | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| 2022 Vanleigh Beacon | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 79 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific RV is included.
What's the safety risk?
A rear egress window that does not open removes an emergency exit path and increases injury risk during an evacuation. Until repaired, treat that window as unavailable and schedule the recall work soon. Repair is free at any franchised Vanleigh dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021-2022 Vanleigh Beacon is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Vanleigh dealer to schedule the free egress-window replacement that clears the rear-ladder interference so the emergency exit can fully open.
- Bring the recall notice if Vanleigh mailed one. If not, reference recall number 21V490 when you call.
- Avoid relying on the rear egress window as the only emergency exit until the replacement is complete.
- Call Vanleigh customer service at 1-662-612-4040 with questions about scheduling or repair status.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Vanleigh technician replaces the rear egress window so it can open fully without interference from the rear ladder. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. If you already paid out of pocket for this egress-window repair before recall service, Vanleigh's general reimbursement plan is on file for documented expenses. Contact Vanleigh customer service at 1-662-612-4040 and bring repair paperwork to the service desk when you discuss the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 29, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 12, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
| August 27, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| August 27, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 27, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V490?
Recall 21V490 covers 79 2021-2022 Vanleigh Beacon recreational vehicles with a rear ladder that interferes with the rear egress window. In an emergency, that window cannot fully open as an exit, increasing injury risk. Vanleigh dealers will replace the egress window for free.
What should I do if my 2021-2022 Vanleigh Beacon is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific RV is included in recall 21V490. If it is, contact a franchised Vanleigh dealer to schedule the free egress-window replacement. Reference recall number 21V490 when you call, and ask the service desk about appointment timing.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Vanleigh's remedy is a free egress-window replacement at a franchised dealer. Parts and labor are covered for included 2021-2022 Vanleigh Beacon recreational vehicles.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is blocked emergency exit access from the rear egress window. Vanleigh says interference from the rear ladder prevents the window from fully opening, so the window cannot be used as an exit during an emergency. The dealer repair fixes that egress-window problem for free.
When were owners notified about recall 21V490?
Vanleigh mailed owner letters on August 12, 2021. If you bought the RV used or never received a letter, the VIN still decides whether the recall applies. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Vanleigh dealer or Vanleigh customer service at 1-662-612-4040.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V490000 |
|---|---|
| Vanleigh customer service | 1-662-612-4040 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V490 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V490000 |
Source documents
-
Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →