NHTSA Recall 22V649000
Filed by DRV Suites. Component: Exterior Lighting. Reported 2022-08-29. An estimated 491 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
DRV Suites (DRV) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Mobile Suites fifth wheels. The tail, stop, and turn lights may have been incorrectly placed, with the top portion of the lights above 72 inches high. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
Incorrectly placed rear lights may reduce vehicle visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Dealers will inspect the light heights, and install additional lights as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 26, 2022. Owners may contact DRV customer service at 1-260-562-3500.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.