The retractable hinges can separate from the the vehicle's ladders
By James Limbach ![]()
of ConsumerAffairs
November 21, 2016
of ConsumerAffairs
Highland Ridge RV is recalling 61 model year 2016 Highlander travel trailers, model 31RGR, manufactured May 26, 2015, to September 24, 2015, equipped with certain aluminum black ladders manufactured by Christianson Industries.
The affected ladders have retractable hinges, each with a welded 'top hat' that can separate from the hinge.
If the hinges separate from the ladder while in use, the ladder may fall from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
What to do
Highland will notify owners, and dealers will install 6 repair brackets, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.
Owners may contact Highland customer service at 1-260-768-7771. Highland's number for this recall is 9904333.