2025 Escape Escape 17, Escape Escape 19, Escape Escape 21 +more: Equipment recall
NHTSA campaign 26V132000 · 324 units potentially affected · filed Mar 5, 2026
What's wrong
Escape Trailer Industries LTD. (Escape Trailer) is recalling certain 2025 E17, E19, E21, E5.0 recreational trailers. The spare tire carrier may have incorrect welding, causing the carrier to detach from the trailer during transit.
Why it matters
A detached carrier can become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the spare tire carriers, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 2026. Owners may contact Escape Trailer customer service at 1-604-703-1650. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 9, 2026.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V132000
- Manufacturer no.
- —
- Manufacturer
- Escape Trailer Industries Ltd.
- Component
- EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:SPARE TIRE MOUNT/RACK
- Units affected
- 324
- Report received
- Mar 5, 2026
- Owner letters
- Mar 20, 2026
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Escape Escape 17 2025
- Escape Escape 19 2025
- Escape Escape 21 2025
- Escape Escape 5.0 2025