24E019 – Incorrect Capacity on Label – Lippert MTP 20K Surge Brake Couplers

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 24E-019
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Lippert
FEB 27, 2024 NHTSA Recall No. : 24E-019 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR
Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Lippert
Address : Attn: Pamela VanderMel
PO Box 2888 Elkhart IN 46515 Company phone : 5743126040
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 150 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 %
Equipment Information : Brand / Trade 1 :
Model : Lippert MTP Part No. : 2023050981 Size : NR Function : NR
Descriptive Information : 20K surge brake coupler Production Dates : MAY 20, 2023 – JAN 05, 2024
Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : It has been decided that the components in the recall population have an incorrect label listing the component as a 20,000 pound capacity and it is actually 19,000 pound capacity
FMVSS 1 : 105 – Hydraulic and electric brake systems FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : Product testing for the component was not completed to ensure proper load capacity.
Description of the Cause : Product testing for the component was not completed to ensure proper load capacity. Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : None
Involved Components : Part 573 Safety Recall Report 24E-019 Page 2 Component Name : 20K Surge Brake Coupler Component Description : 20K Surge Brake Coupler
Component Part Number : : 210-16-100 equivalent to Lippert # 2023050981 – ACT- A19 ACTUATOR ASSY – 2 5/16 – BLT – DISC TAND Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : Lippert
Address : 2020 Blakesley Pkwy
Bristol 46507 Country : NR Chronology :
1/9/2024 – Lippert Engineering performed testing on the label rating.
1/25/2024 Lippert sent surge brake actuator to testing company for analysis. Results from independent testing company determined that the max rating should 19K.
2/9/2024 – Investigation of component completed. Set date to meet with the Safety Committee. 2/21/2024 – Safety Committee reviewed the information and concluded that the data reviewed indicated a unanimous vote for a voluntary recall. Investigation continued for to determine affected unit range.
2/26/2024 – Investigation concluded, range completed. Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : The remedy is to replace the existing 20,000 pound label with a correct
19,000 pound label. Any vehicles with 20,000 pound GVWR will need to replace the under capacity surge brake couplers with appropriate capacity couplers. Reimbursement will be done at no cost. New vehicles are covered under warranty. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The new label outlines the correct capacity. Any vehicles with 20,000 pound GVWR will have a component replacement that meets or exceeds the 20,000 pound GVWR
Units were quarantined, inspected then repaired as indicated by inspection. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 24E-019
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : NR
Planned Dealer Notification Date : NR – NR Planned Owner Notification Date : NR – NR
Purchaser Information :
The following manufacturers purchased this defective/noncompliant equipment for possible use or installation in new motor vehicles or new items of motor vehicle equipment:
Name : NR Address : NR
NR Country : NR Company Phone : NR
* NR – Not Reported

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 24E-019
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Lippert
MAR 05, 2024 NHTSA Recall No. : 24E-019 Manufacturer Recall No. : 241-2024-001
Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Lippert
Address : Attn: Pamela VanderMel
PO Box 2888 Elkhart IN 46515 Company phone : 5743126040
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 150 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 %
Equipment Information : Brand / Trade 1 :
Model : Lippert MTP Part No. : 2023050981 Size : NR Function : NR
Descriptive Information : 20K surge brake coupler Production Dates : MAY 20, 2023 – JAN 05, 2024
Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : It has been decided that the components in the recall population have an incorrect label listing the component as a 20,000 pound capacity and it is actually 19,000 pound capacity
FMVSS 1 : 105 – Hydraulic and electric brake systems FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : For any trailer listed at 20,000 pound GVWR under certain conditions during travel, the trailer coupler could fail leading to an increased risk of personal injury, or vehicle crash.
Description of the Cause : Product testing for the component was not completed to ensure proper load capacity. Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : None
Involved Components : Part 573 Safety Recall Report 24E-019 Page 2 Component Name : 20K Surge Brake Coupler Component Description : 20K Surge Brake Coupler
Component Part Number : : 210-16-100 equivalent to Lippert # 2023050981 – ACT- A19 ACTUATOR ASSY – 2 5/16 – BLT – DISC TAND Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : Lippert
Address : 2020 Blakesley Pkwy
Bristol 46507 Country : NR Chronology :
1/9/2024 – Lippert Engineering performed testing on the label rating.
1/25/2024 Lippert sent surge brake actuator to testing company for analysis. Results from independent testing company determined that the max rating should 19K.
2/9/2024 – Investigation of component completed. Set date to meet with the Safety Committee. 2/21/2024 – Safety Committee reviewed the information and concluded that the data reviewed indicated a unanimous vote for a voluntary recall. Investigation continued for to determine affected unit range.
2/26/2024 – Investigation concluded, range completed. Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : The remedy is to replace the existing 20,000 pound label with a correct
19,000 pound label. Any vehicles with 20,000 pound GVWR will need to replace the under capacity surge brake couplers with appropriate capacity couplers. Reimbursement will be done at no cost. New vehicles are covered under warranty. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The new label outlines the correct capacity. Any vehicles with 20,000 pound GVWR will have a component replacement that meets or exceeds the 20,000 pound GVWR
Units were quarantined, inspected then repaired as indicated by inspection. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 24E-019
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : Lippert will notify our customers, RV Mfr’s (OEM’s) by 04/19/2024.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : APR 19, 2024 – APR 19, 2024
Planned Owner Notification Date : APR 19, 2024 – APR 19, 2024 Purchaser Information :
The following manufacturers purchased this defective/noncompliant equipment for possible use or installation in new motor vehicles or new items of motor vehicle equipment:
Name : McClain Address : 7203 Cowart Street
Houston TX 77020 Country : US
Company Phone : 7136752761 Name : Tuff Trailers USA, Inc Address : 6742 Portal Way
Ferndale WA 98248 Country : US
Company Phone : 3603980300
Name : Hydrastar Trailer Braking Systems Address : 890 Rudolph Way
Greendale IN 47025 Country : US
Company Phone : 8137630478
* NR – Not Reported

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