2016 Starcraft Solstice problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2016 Starcraft Solstice.
Recalls filed by Starcraft
Equipment #15V856000 · 2015 · 45 units
Problem: Starcraft rv (Starcraft) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Autumn Ridge, and Solstice fifth wheel trailers manufactured August 12, 2014, to October 16, 2015, and equipped with a side vented sewer drainage system termination valve. The affected vehicles may be missing a caution label to inform the operator not to leave the drain valve open to prevent an escape of sewer gas.
Risk: If the drain valve is left open, sewer gas may fill the recreational vehicle, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
Fix: Starcraft will notify owners, and send them the missing label, free of charge. The recall began on January 13, 2016. Owners may contact Starcraft customer service at 1-800-945-4787. Starcraft's number for this recall is 9902274.
Equipment #16V082000 · 2016 · 5 units
Problem: Starcraft rv (Starcraft) is recalling certain model year 2016 Solstice and Travel Star fifth wheel trailers manufactured July 31, 2015, to September 14, 2015 and equipped with atwood on demand water heaters. The affected water heaters have a water and gas valve that may cause the water heater to overheat the water in the hot water supply tap.
Risk: The overheating of the water may result in the release of steam, possibly causing the operator to scald themselves, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Starcraft will notify owners, and dealers will install a water flow adjustment stop key that prevents the recall condition from occurring, free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2016. Owners may contact Starcraft customer service at 1-800-945-4787. Starcraft's number for this recall is 9902282.
Equipment #19V748000 · 2019 · 5 units
Problem: Starcraft rv (Starcraft) is recalling 2016 solstice travel star fifth wheel trailers equipped with atwood on-demand water heaters. The water heaters have a water and gas valve that may cause the water heater to overheat the water in the hot water supply tap.
Risk: The overheating of the water may result in the release of steam, possibly causing the operator is to scald themselves, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Starcraft will notify owners, and atwood dealers will install a water flow adjustment stop key that prevents the recall condition from occurring, free of charge. The recall began on October 23, 2019. Owners may contact Starcraft customer service at 1-800-945-4787 or atwood customer service at 1-877-546-9074.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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What owners complain about
No owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year.
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FAQ
Does the 2016 Starcraft Solstice have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls filed by Starcraft for the 2016 Solstice. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2016 Starcraft Solstice problems?
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year.