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Starcraft Travel Star Exp problems & recalls

NHTSA records for 2009–2014: 4 recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints. Pick a model year.

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YearRecallsComplaints
200920
201010
201111
201411

What owners complain about (all years)

Structure1
Fuel System, Other1

Recent recalls

Equipment #17V747000 · 2017 · 2,879 units

Problem: Starcraft rv (starcraft) is recalling certain 2009-2010 starcraft, centennial, homestead, travel star, travel star exp, travel star sport, autumn ridge and autumn ridge se recreational trailers, 2010 rock star, lexion, emblem and homestead recreational trailers, 2013-2016 comet recreational trailers, 2013-2015 ar-one and launch recreational trailers, 2014-2016 starflyer recreational trailers and 2016 comet hard side recreational trailers. these trailers are equipped with kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. additiona

Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: Starcraft will notify owners, and instruct them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. the recall began on january 15, 2018. owners may contact starcraft customer service at 1-800-945-4787, or contact kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "product safety recall" for more information.

Structure #14V288000 · 2014 · 49 units

Problem: Starcraft rv, inc. (starcraft) is recalling certain model year 2014 autumn ridge, ar-one, and travel star exp trailers manufactured february 13, 2014, through february 24, 2014. the affected trailers may have been built with frame spring hangers that may be brittle and susceptible to fracturing.

Risk: A spring hanger that fractures may result in a loss of control of the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Starcraft will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the frame spring hangers, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on july 7, 2014. owners may contact starcraft customer service at 1-800-945-4787.

Equipment #10V502000 · 2010 · 98 units

Problem: Starcraft is recalling certain model year 2011 travel trailers and fifth wheel trailers manufactured from august 16, 2010, through october 1, 2010, equipped with atwood 35 series range ovens. a potential exists for a small fracture within the line delivering gas to the oven cavity burner. such a fracture may cause propane gas to leak from the line.

Risk: A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire and/or explosion causing property damage and/or personal injury.

Fix: Starcraft is working with atwood and will replace or repair the stoves free of charge. the safety recall began on november 8, 2010. owners may contact atwood at 1-574-266-4749 or starcraft at 1-800-945-4787.

Structure #09V222000 · 2009 · 108 units

Problem: Starcraft is recalling 108 my 2009 travel star exp trailers. the screws used to attach the bunk door cables to the bunk doors may be of insufficient length, which could result in the cable becoming detached from the door while the travel trailer is parked and set up with the bunk doors open.

Risk: If this condition is not addressed, it could possibly result in an injury. there is no potential for this situation to occur while the vehicle is being towed.

Fix: Dealers will replace the screws attaching the cables to the bunk door with longer fasteners. the recall is expected to begin during july 2009. owners may contact starcraft at 1-800-945-4787.

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