Starcraft Nova problems & recalls
NHTSA records for 1997–2002: 2 recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints. Pick a model year.
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Equipment #02V034000 · 2002 · 3,600 units
Problem: On camping trailers equipped with lift systems provided by goshen stamping company and winches supplied by dutton-lainson company. the winches included in the roof lifter systems of some of these trailers have an inadequate weld to the gear, so that a raised roof could descend rapidly.
Risk: The rapidly descending roof could result in property damage or serious personal injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the lifter system and replace any defective winch. owner notification began february 7, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact starcraft at 1-219-593-2550.
Fuel System, Other #98V010004 · 1998 · 0 units
Problem: Vehicle description: camping trailers equipped with 20 lb. lpg cylinders supplied by manchester tank. these cylinders are equipped with an overfill protection. the overfill protection device may not function properly.
Risk: If a cylinder is overfilled, and some of the gas leaks out, the vapors could ignite if there was a source of ignition present.
Fix: Manchester tank is performing the owner notification and remedy campaign for this recall. manchester will replace these lpg cylinders.
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