Safety Recall NHTSA · 16E077000 Reported October 11, 2016

Aluminum ladder hinge may separate

Christianson Industries Inc · N/A · 14,536 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
16E077000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Christianson Industries Inc
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
14,536
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
October 11, 2016
Completion Rate
21.90

Defect Summary

Christianson industries, inc. (christianson) is recalling certain aluminum black ladders manufactured july 8, 2014 to august 31, 2015, sold for installation on toy hauler recreational vehicles. the affected ladders have retractable hinges, each with a welded 'top hat' that can separate from the hinge.

Safety Consequence

If the hinges separate from the ladder while in use, the ladder may fall from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action

Christianson will notify the purchasers of the ladders and provide a repair kit for the ladders for dealers to install, free of charge. the recall began on november 20, 2016. Owners may contact christianson's customer service number at 1-269-663-8502.

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 Christianson Industries Inc dealer and reference recall ID 16E077000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 16E077000

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

What is recall 16E077000?

NHTSA recall 16E077000 was issued by Christianson Industries Inc on October 11, 2016. It addresses: Aluminum ladder hinge may separate. The recall affects approximately 14,536 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Christianson Industries Inc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16E077000 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.