Recall 22V628 covers 141 2018-2020 Man Cave Toy Hauler trailers with Dometic 3-burner stove gas leaks. Repair is free at any franchised Man Cave dealer.
Man Cave is recalling 141 2018-2020 Toy Hauler trailers equipped with Dometic 3-burner cooking stoves because an overtightened saddle valve securing bolt can damage the o-ring seal and create a continuous gas leak. That leak can increase the risk of a fire, and Man Cave dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The cooktop in the 2018-2020 Man Cave Toy Hauler is a Dometic 3-burner stove or stove with oven that uses propane from the trailer's LPG system. Propane passes through valves and seals before it reaches the burners, so the cooktop can control gas flow when you light or shut off the stove.
On affected Toy Haulers, the saddle valve securing bolt on the Dometic cooktop was overtightened. That extra force can damage the o-ring seal, which is supposed to keep propane contained inside the valve. Once the seal is damaged, propane can leak continuously even when the stove is not being used.
The warning sign is the smell of propane gas near the cooktop or inside the trailer. If you smell propane, shut off the gas supply and keep ignition sources away until the RV is inspected and repaired.
Who's affected?
The same cooktop is listed under both oven/stove/cooktop and LPG system components across the 2018-2020 Toy Hauler group.
| 2020 Man Cave Toy Hauler | Oven/stove/cooktop |
|---|---|
| 2020 Man Cave Toy Hauler | Lpg systems |
| 2018 Man Cave Toy Hauler | Oven/stove/cooktop |
| 2018 Man Cave Toy Hauler | Lpg systems |
| 2019 Man Cave Toy Hauler | Oven/stove/cooktop |
| 2019 Man Cave Toy Hauler | Lpg systems |
| Units affected | 141 |
| 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?
A propane gas leak can increase the risk of a fire. If you smell propane gas, stop using the trailer's gas appliances, shut off the gas supply if you can do so safely, and contact a Man Cave dealer before using the system again. Repair is free at any franchised Man Cave dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018-2020 Man Cave Toy Hauler is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Man Cave dealer to schedule the free Dometic stove remedy kit that seals the saddle valve and stops the gas leak.
- Bring the recall notice if Man Cave mailed one, and reference recall number 22V628 when you call.
- Avoid using the Dometic 3-burner stove and keep propane turned off until the repair is complete.
- Call Man Cave customer service at 1-480-357-3863 with questions about the repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Man Cave technician installs the recall remedy kit, including gaskets, washers, thread locker bolts, and the round orange labels specified for this repair. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Man Cave has a general reimbursement plan on file for documented out-of-pocket repairs tied to this issue. If you already paid for a related gas leak repair before the recall repair, contact Man Cave customer service with your repair paperwork and ask how to submit it under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 16, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 3, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| October 3, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 3, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V628?
Recall 22V628 covers 141 2018-2020 Man Cave Toy Hauler trailers equipped with Dometic 3-burner cooking stoves. The stove saddle valve securing bolt can damage the o-ring seal and cause a continuous gas leak. A gas leak increases fire risk.
What should I do if my 2018-2020 Man Cave Toy Hauler is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 22V628. If it is, contact a Man Cave dealer to schedule the stove remedy kit installation. Reference recall number 22V628 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Man Cave dealers will install the remedy kit, including gaskets, washers, thread locker bolts, and orange labels, free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a continuous gas leak from the cooking stove connection. If the saddle valve bolt damages the o-ring seal, leaking gas can increase the risk of a fire. Until the repair is complete, avoid using the stove.
What if I bought my Man Cave Toy Hauler used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Toy Hauler is included, then call a Man Cave dealer and reference recall number 22V628.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V628000 |
|---|---|
| Man Cave customer service | 1-480-357-3863 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V628 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V628000 |
Source documents
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 →