Safety Recall NHTSA · 13V280000 Reported June 28, 2013

Unexpected unfurling of the awning

Q: What is recall 13V280000?

NHTSA recall 13V280000 was issued by Ldv, Inc. on June 28, 2013. It addresses: Unexpected unfurling of the awning. The recall affects approximately 11 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Ldv, Inc. · N/A · 11 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

13V280000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Ldv, Inc.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

June 28, 2013

Defect Summary

Ldv, inc. Is recalling certain 2012-2013 mobile specialty vehicles. due to a design change in the power awning motor assembly, the motor assembly screws may unknowingly shear.

Safety Consequence

If the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action

Ldv, inc. Will notify owners and dometic staff will replace the affected motors with motors of a different design. the recall began during july 2013. owners may contact dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Ldv, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 13V280000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 13V280000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 13V280000?

NHTSA recall 13V280000 was issued by Ldv, Inc. on June 28, 2013. It addresses: Unexpected unfurling of the awning. The recall affects approximately 11 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ldv, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V280000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.