Equipment:camper:slide-in (9/82)
Defect Summary
Statements required by federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 126, "truck camper loading", were omitted. The center of gravity has been incorrectly calculated and is actually 55 inches from the rear of the camper, rather than 48 inches as reported. The picture showing the proper match of the truck and slide in camper required by the standard was also omitted.
Corrective Action
Owners will be sent a document which will contain all information omitted from previous documentation. Also, center of gravity information has been corrected and is shown on new document.
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FAQ: Recall 83E016000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 83E016000?
NHTSA recall 83E016000 was issued by Sun Lite, Inc. on October 19, 1983. It addresses: Equipment:camper:slide-in (9/82). The recall affects approximately 382 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Sun Lite, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 83E016000 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.