Recall 22V586 affects 22 2021 Prime Time Tracer travel trailers for a melting tail light lens. Repair is free at any franchised Prime Time dealer.
Prime Time is recalling 22 2021 Tracer travel trailers because the tail light sits too close to the water heater exhaust. Heat can melt the lens and leave the light distorted or inoperative, reducing visibility and confusing other drivers; Prime Time dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The tail lamp on the 2021 Prime Time Tracer is the rear exterior light that tells other drivers when the trailer is braking, turning, or being driven at night. Its lens protects the bulb and helps make the light visible from behind. The water heater exhaust is a separate outlet that vents hot combustion gases away from the trailer.
On affected Tracer travel trailers, the tail lamp sits too close to that water heater exhaust. Heat from the exhaust can melt the plastic tail lamp lens. Once the lens melts, the lamp can stop working or become hard for following traffic to see.
An owner can notice the problem by looking at the rear lamp near the water heater exhaust. The warning sign is a melted tail lamp lens or a tail light that does not function when the trailer lights are turned on.
Who's affected?
The scope centers on the tail lamp, listed under exterior lighting and recreational vehicle/trailer equipment.
| 2021 Prime Time Tracer | Tail lights |
|---|---|
| 2021 Prime Time Tracer | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| Units affected | 22 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident 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?
A distorted or inoperative tail light reduces visibility and confuses other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. If the tail lamp lens looks melted or the light does not work, limit driving after dark and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Prime Time dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021 Prime Time Tracer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Prime Time dealer to schedule the free flush-mount tail-light installation that moves the light away from the water heater exhaust heat.
- Bring the recall notice if Prime Time mailed one. If not, reference recall number 22V586 when you call.
- Avoid towing the trailer after dark until the repair is complete, since a distorted or inoperative tail light reduces visibility to other drivers.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Prime Time technician installs a flush mount tail light so the lens sits away from the water heater exhaust. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. If you already paid for a repair tied to this tail light defect, Prime Time offers refunds for repairs within the scope of the recall. Send the service invoice to the Prime Time Forest River warranty manager so the company can review the refund claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 5, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 26, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| September 14, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| September 14, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 14, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V586?
Recall 22V586 covers 22 2021 Prime Time Tracer TRT26KSS travel trailers with a tail light located too close to the water heater exhaust. Heat can melt the lens and make the tail light stop working. Dealers will install a flush mount tail light for free.
What should I do if my 2021 Prime Time Tracer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific travel trailer is included in recall 22V586. If it is, contact a franchised Prime Time dealer and ask for the free flush mount tail light installation. Reference recall number 22V586 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires a no-cost remedy for covered safety recalls, and the recall remedy calls for dealers to install a flush mount tail light free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included 2021 Prime Time Tracer trailers.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced visibility from the rear of the trailer. If the tail light lens is distorted or the light stops working, other drivers can be confused about the trailer's position or movement, increasing crash risk. The dealer repair corrects the tail light location.
When were owners notified about recall 22V586?
Prime Time mailed owner notification letters on August 26, 2022. If you bought the trailer used or never received a letter, the VIN still decides whether the recall applies. Check your VIN, then contact a Prime Time dealer if your trailer is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V586000 |
|---|---|
| Prime Time customer service | 1-574-862-1025 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V586 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V586000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
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