Recall 26V295 affects 27 2026 Prime Time Crusader recreational trailers for a misrouted wastewater vent pipe. Repair is free at any franchised Prime Time dealer.
Prime Time is recalling 27 2026 Crusader recreational trailers because the waste water holding tank ventilation pipe can end inside the trailer and let sewer gas enter the cabin. Sewer gas inside the vehicle can increase the risk of injury, and Prime Time dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The plumbing vent pipe on a 2026 Prime Time Crusader is part of the trailer's wastewater system. It is supposed to route gases from the holding tank up through the roof vent cap, so odors and sewer gas leave the trailer instead of collecting inside the cabin. The pipe and cap complete the path from the tank to outside air.
On affected Crusader trailers, a manufacturing error left the ventilation pipe ending inside the trailer. That means the holding tank still has a vent path, but the path stops behind an interior area instead of passing through the roof. Sewer gas can then enter the living space when the tank vents.
The warning sign is a sewer gas smell inside the trailer. If you notice that odor, treat it as a sign that the vent pipe is not routed where it belongs.
Who's affected?
VINs become searchable on June 19, 2026; until then, the VIN-by-VIN list is not public.
| 2026 Prime Time Crusader | Pipe/fittings |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 27 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN after June 19, 2026 to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Sewer gas inside the vehicle creates an injury risk for occupants. If you smell sewer gas, stop using the vehicle as living space, ventilate it, and schedule the recall repair. The dealer will install the vent pipe and roof cap. Repair is free at any franchised Prime Time dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2026 Prime Time Crusader is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Prime Time dealer to schedule the free vent-pipe and roof-cap repair that routes sewer gas outside the cabin.
- Bring the recall notice if it arrives. If not, reference recall number 26V295 when you call.
- Call Prime Time customer service at 1-574-825-4995 with questions about scheduling or parts availability.
- Avoid using the trailer as living space if sewer odor is present until the dealer repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Prime Time technician installs the waste water holding tank vent pipe and roof cap so the tank vents outside the trailer instead of into the cabin. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. If you already paid out of pocket for this same repair before the owner notice, Prime Time's standard reimbursement plan covers documented expenses. Keep prior repair paperwork and ask the service desk how to submit it.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 11, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 19, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| June 19, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 19, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V295?
Recall 26V295 covers 27 2026 Prime Time Crusader recreational trailers with a waste water holding tank vent pipe that ends inside the trailer. Sewer gas can enter the cabin, raising injury risk. Dealers will install the vent pipe and roof cap for free.
What should I do if my 2026 Prime Time Crusader is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 26V295. If it is, contact a franchised Prime Time dealer to schedule the vent pipe and roof cap installation. Reference Forest River recall number 49-2057 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to fix safety defects at no cost to owners. For recall 26V295, the dealer will install the vent pipe and roof cap free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is sewer gas entering the trailer cabin. The recall covers a waste water holding tank ventilation pipe that ends inside the trailer instead of venting through the roof. That condition raises the risk of injury until the dealer completes the free repair.
When will I be notified about recall 26V295?
Prime Time plans to mail owner notification letters on June 19, 2026. You do not need to wait for a letter to act. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Prime Time dealer if your trailer is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V295000 |
|---|---|
| Prime Time customer service | 1-574-825-4995 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V295 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V295000 |
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →