Recall 22V387 covers 123 2021-2022 Escape travel trailers for cracked LP gas quick disconnect fittings. Free Escape dealer repair once available.
Escape is recalling 123 2021-2022 Escape 5.0, Escape 17, Escape 19, and Escape 21 travel trailers because cracked quick disconnect fittings in the LP gas system can leak propane. A gas leak near an ignition source increases the risk of a fire, and the Escape dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The propane female brass quick-disconnect on 2021-2022 Escape 5.0, Escape 17, Escape 19, and Escape 21 travel trailers is part of the LP gas system. It lets a propane line connect to the trailer through a fitting with a shutoff valve, so gas flows only when the connection is seated and the system is opened.
On affected trailers, the brass in the quick-disconnect fitting has material problems, including porosity, contamination, and carbon. When that fitting is tightened, the weakened brass is at risk of cracking. A cracked fitting lets propane escape from the LP gas system instead of staying sealed inside the line.
The warning sign is a visible crack in the brass fitting. If you see a crack around the quick-disconnect, treat it as a sign that the LP gas system is not sealed.
Who's affected?
Covers four Escape trailer models across the 2021 and 2022 model years, all tied to the same propane quick-disconnect component.
| 2022 Escape Escape 5.0 | Lpg systems |
|---|---|
| 2021 Escape Escape 17 | Lpg systems |
| 2021 Escape Escape 19 | Lpg systems |
| 2021 Escape Escape 21 | Lpg systems |
| 2022 Escape Escape 17 | Lpg systems |
| 2022 Escape Escape 21 | Lpg systems |
| 2021 Escape Escape 5.0 | Lpg systems |
| 2022 Escape Escape 19 | Lpg systems |
| Units affected | 123 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
A gas leak near an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. The brass fitting crack is visible, so stop using the affected gas connection if you see damage and contact the dealer before further use. Repair will be free at any franchised Escape dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021-2022 Escape Escape 5.0, Escape 17, Escape 19, or Escape 21 travel trailer is included in this recall.
- Wait for Escape to confirm that the free LP gas quick-disconnect replacement is open before scheduling service.
- Call Escape customer service at 1-604-703-1650 with questions and reference recall number 22V387.
- Keep ignition sources away from the trailer until the cracked LP gas quick disconnects are replaced and the gas leak risk is fixed.
- Bring the recall notice if Escape mailed one, and ask the dealer to replace the quick disconnects at no charge.
What happens at the repair
Escape's final dealer repair is not open yet. Once available, an Escape technician will replace the cracked or suspect quick disconnect fittings in the LP gas system. The final dealer repair will be free, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Until the repair opens, contact Escape or the servicing dealer for the latest scheduling instructions tied to recall 22V387.
Timeline
| May 30, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 25, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| July 25, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| July 27, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 30, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V387?
Recall 22V387 covers 123 2021-2022 Escape Escape 5.0, Escape 17, Escape 19, and Escape 21 travel trailers. The quick disconnect fittings in the LP gas system can crack and leak gas. Escape dealers will replace the quick disconnects for free.
What should I do if my 2021-2022 Escape Escape 5.0, Escape 17, Escape 19, or Escape 21 travel trailer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 22V387. If it is, contact an Escape dealer or Escape Trailer customer service at 1-604-703-1650 to arrange the free quick disconnect replacement. Reference recall number 22V387 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Escape dealers will replace the cracked LP gas quick disconnect fittings free of charge, including parts and labor.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. A cracked quick disconnect fitting in the LP gas system can cause a gas leak, and a gas leak near an ignition source increases fire risk. Until the repair is complete, avoid using the LP gas system if you smell gas or suspect a leak.
When did Escape notify owners about this recall?
Escape mailed owner notification letters on June 27, 2022. If you bought the trailer used or never received a letter, the VIN still decides whether the recall applies. Check your VIN, then call an Escape dealer or Escape Trailer customer service with recall number 22V387.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V387000 |
|---|---|
| Escape customer service | 1-604-703-1650 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V387 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V387000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (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 →