Recall 26V499 covers 28 2027 Brinkley Rv Model I trailers with an improperly secured exterior ladder. Repair will be free at a franchised Brinkley Rv dealer once available.
Brinkley Rv is recalling 28 2027 Model I trailers because the exterior ladder is not properly secured to its support backer. Under recall 26V499, a ladder that detaches while someone is climbing it raises the risk of injury, and the dealer repair will be free once Brinkley Rv opens it.
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What's wrong?
The exterior ladder on the 2027 Brinkley Rv Model I is the fixed climbing rail on the back wall of the trailer, used to reach the roof for sealing, cleaning, and inspection work. It fastens through the sidewall into support backers, which are reinforcement panels hidden inside the wall that give the screws something solid to bite into. The backer, not the outer skin, carries a climber's weight.
On affected trailers, the ladder was mounted outside those designated backers. The screws went into the sidewall without seating in the reinforcement behind it, so the load rests on thin wall material instead. Under repeated use, those screws work loose and lose their grip on the wall. A ladder that pulls away from the wall while someone is on it leaves the climber without support.
Watch for screws backing out of the ladder mounts or a ladder that shifts and feels loose against the wall. Both are signs the mounting has begun to fail. Do not use the exterior ladder until the recall repair is complete.
Who's affected?
VINs become searchable on August 7, 2026; until then, the VIN-by-VIN list is not yet public.
| 2027 Brinkley Rv Model I | body structure |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 28 |
| 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 in this recall.
What's the safety risk?
The exterior ladder can detach while someone is climbing it, and a fall from that height can cause injury. Watch for screws backing out of the mounts or a ladder that sits loose against the wall. Do not use the exterior ladder until the recall work is complete, and schedule that work soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Brinkley Rv dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2027 Brinkley Rv Model I trailer is included in this recall.
- Avoid using the exterior ladder until the repair is done, since a ladder that is not fully secured to its support backer can detach under load.
- Watch for the owner notification letter Brinkley Rv expects to mail August 7, 2026, then book the free service as soon as it arrives.
- Contact a franchised Brinkley Rv dealer to schedule the ladder inspection and reinstallation that re-secures the exterior ladder to its support backer.
- Call Brinkley Rv customer service at 1-574-501-4280 with questions and reference recall number 26V499 (Brinkley recall REC-2603) when you call.
What happens at the repair
The recall covers the exterior ladder on the 2027 Model I. At the dealer, a Brinkley Rv technician inspects how the ladder is secured to the support backer and reinstalls it properly, replacing hardware where the mounting does not hold. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. The final repair is not open for scheduling yet, so the dealer work will be free once it becomes available. If you have already paid out of pocket to have the ladder resecured, the manufacturer's standard reimbursement plan on file covers documented expenses. Keep your receipts and bring that paperwork to the service desk when the repair opens.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 30, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 4, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| August 4, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 7, 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 26V499?
Recall 26V499 covers 28 2027 Brinkley Rv Model I trailers where the exterior ladder is not properly secured to the support backer. The ladder can detach during use, which increases the risk of injury. Dealers will inspect and reinstall the ladder as necessary, free of charge.
What should I do if my 2027 Brinkley Rv Model I is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 26V499. If it is, contact your dealer to schedule the ladder inspection and reinstallation. Reference Brinkley's recall number REC-2603 when you call, or reach Brinkley customer service at 1-574-501-4280. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to correct a safety defect at no cost to the owner. Brinkley Rv dealers will inspect the exterior ladder and reinstall it as necessary, free of charge. You pay nothing for parts or labor on recall 26V499.
What is the safety risk with the exterior ladder?
The ladder can detach during use, increasing the risk of injury. That risk lands on anyone climbing the ladder to reach the roof. Keep people off the exterior ladder until a dealer has inspected the mounting and reinstalled it against the support backer.
When will Brinkley Rv notify owners about this recall?
Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 7, 2026. That letter explains the ladder inspection and how to book the free repair. You do not have to wait for the mail. Check your VIN now, then call your dealer and reference recall number REC-2603.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V499000 |
|---|---|
| Brinkley Rv customer service | 1-574-501-4280 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V499 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V499000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on August 5, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →