Carefree Carefree: Equipment recall
NHTSA campaign 22E094000 · 8,000 units potentially affected · filed Nov 7, 2022
What's wrong
Carefree of Colorado (Carefree) is recalling certain Freestyle Gearbox Housing part number: 015933-002. The gearbox may develop cracks, causing the awning to extend unintentionally.
Why it matters
An awning extending unintentionally during transit may become a distraction or road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Carefree will provide additional support for the internal components of the Gearbox Housing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2023. Owners may contact Carefree customer service at 1-800-621-2617.
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22E094000
- Manufacturer no.
- —
- Manufacturer
- Carefree OF Colorado
- Component
- EQUIPMENT
- Units affected
- 8,000
- Report received
- Nov 7, 2022
- Owner letters
- Jan 6, 2023
- Type
- Equipment
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Carefree Carefree 9999