Safety Recall NHTSA · 13V285000 Reported July 1, 2013

Unexpected unfurling of the awning

Augusta Rv, Llc · N/A · 36 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
13V285000
Manufacturer Campaign
13E-019
Manufacturer
Augusta Rv, Llc
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
36
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 1, 2013

Defect Summary

Augusta rv, llc is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 flex recreational trailers manufactured february 13, 2013, through april 9, 2013. 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

Augusta rv will notify owners during august 2013 and dometic staff will replace the affected motors with motors of a different design. owners may contact augusta rv at 1-574-848-0200 or 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

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Augusta Rv, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 13V285000 or campaign 13E-019.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 13V285000

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

What is recall 13V285000?

NHTSA recall 13V285000 was issued by Augusta Rv, Llc on July 1, 2013. It addresses: Unexpected unfurling of the awning. The recall affects approximately 36 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Augusta Rv, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V285000 or the manufacturer campaign number 13E-019. 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.