Recall 22V889 affects 10 2020-2022 Chinook Bayside motorhomes for improperly connected LPG service valves. Repair is free at any franchised Chinook dealer.
Chinook is recalling 10 2020-2022 Bayside motorhomes because service valves on the LPG tanks can be improperly connected, causing a propane leak. Propane near an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire, and Chinook dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The LPG tank on a 2020-2022 Chinook Bayside stores propane for the motorhome's appliances. Its RegO Model 901 service valve is the shutoff and connection point on the tank. When the connection is tightened, the valve threads are supposed to hold the propane fitting sealed so gas stays inside the tank and line.
On affected motorhomes, the Manchester LP tank can have a RegO service valve with short threads in the POL outlet, the threaded opening where the propane connector seats. Those threads do not give the connector the normal sealing surface. If the connector does not seat correctly, propane can leak at the service-valve connection instead of staying contained.
The warning sign is the smell of LP near the tank or service valve. If you notice propane odor, treat it as a leak and keep ignition sources away until the system is checked.
Who's affected?
The scope spans 2020, 2021, and 2022 Bayside RVs with the same LP tank service valve and lines/fittings component.
| 2020 Chinook Bayside | Lines and fittings |
|---|---|
| 2021 Chinook Bayside | Lines and fittings |
| 2022 Chinook Bayside | Lines and fittings |
| Units affected | 10 |
| 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 RV is included.
What's the safety risk?
A propane leak near an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. The warning sign is the smell of LP near the service valve. If you smell gas, stop using the propane system and call the dealer for inspection. Repair is free at any franchised Chinook dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020-2022 Chinook Bayside is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Chinook dealer to schedule the free LPG service-valve inspection and replacement, which fixes the propane-leak risk.
- Bring the recall notice if Chinook mailed one. If not, reference recall number 22V889 when you call.
- Keep ignition sources away from the LPG tank area and avoid using propane appliances until the dealer checks the service valves.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Chinook technician inspects the LPG tank service valves and replaces any service valve that is improperly connected or leaking. The inspection, replacement parts, and labor are free under recall 22V889. Chinook has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for this related repair before the recall notice. Bring repair invoices and proof of payment to the service desk, or contact Chinook customer service, to ask how to submit documentation under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 1, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 2, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 7, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| December 7, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V889?
Recall 22V889 covers 10 2020-2022 Chinook Bayside motorhomes with LPG tank service valves that can be improperly connected and leak propane. A propane leak near an ignition source increases fire risk. Chinook dealers will inspect the valves and replace them when needed for free.
What should I do if my 2020-2022 Chinook Bayside is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 22V889. If it is, contact a Chinook dealer to schedule the LPG service valve inspection. Reference recall number 22V889 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 to owners. Chinook dealers will inspect the LPG tank service valves and replace them when needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 22V889?
The safety risk is fire. An improperly connected LPG tank service valve can allow propane to leak, and propane near an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Have the LPG system inspected by a Chinook dealer under recall 22V889.
What if I bought my Chinook Bayside used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law covers the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Bayside is included, then call a Chinook dealer or Chinook customer service at 1-574-584-3756.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V889000 |
|---|---|
| Chinook customer service | 1-574-584-3756 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V889 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V889000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (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 →