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May 30, 2022 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 22V387000
Cracked LP Gas Quick Disconnect Fitting
A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V387
Manufacturer Escape Trailer
Components EQUIPMENT
Potential Number of Units Affected 486
Summary
Escape Trailer is recalling certain 2021-2022 Escape 17, 19, 21, and 5.0TA travel trailers. The quick disconnect fittings in the LP gas system may be cracked, causing a gas leak.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the quick disconnects, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2022. Owners may contact Escape Trailer’s customer service at 1-604-703-1650.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Escape Trailer Industries has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain 2021-2022 Escape 17, 19, 21, and 5.0TA travel trailers equipped with an Enerco ¼” Quick Connect Propane Fitting.
We apologize for this situation and want to assure you that, with your assistance, we will correct this condition. Our commitment is to provide you with the highest level of service and support.
What is the issue?
Enerco’s affiliate, Flex-Tech, has been advised that certain propane female brass quick-disconnects may have a defect in the brass causing the female component to crack, which may result in a low pressure leak on the outside of the RV. The defect is due to porosity, contamination and carbon in the brass. These were installed on all Escape RV travel trailers from approximately July 2021-March 2022. The low pressure leak can increase the risk of a fire.
What will Escape do?
Escape Trailer Industries is contacting all affected customers to make them aware of this defect and providing customers with contact details for Enerco for them to request a replacement unit at no cost. This replacement will take approximately 0.3 hours.
What should you do?
You or your dealer must contact Flextech’s Customer Service department at 512-878-3731 or via email at Escaperecall@flextechhose.com. Flextech will coordinate with you to send a replacement Quick Disconnect. Flextech will then send the replacement component to you directly. From there, you can take the replacement component to a local repair shop for installation.
Chronology :
25 May 2022 – Escape recovers email notification from NHTSA from quarantine email
30 May 2022 – Escape logs vehicle report
02 June 2022 – Escape receives formal letter notification from Enerco
22E034 – Cracked LP Gas Quick Disconnect Fitting – Mr. Heater 1/4 Quick Connector Set
22E034 – Cracked LP Gas Quick Disconnect Fitting – Mr. Heater 1/4 Quick Connector Set
8 Affected Products
Vehicles
MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
ESCAPE RV | ESCAPE 17 | 2021-2022 |
ESCAPE RV | ESCAPE 19 | 2021-2022 |
ESCAPE RV | ESCAPE 21 | 2021-2022 |
ESCAPE RV | ESCAPE 5.0TA | 2021-2022 |
9 Associated Documents
Defect Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-22V387-4531.PDF 213.934KB
Recall Acknowledgement
RCAK-22V387-9293.pdf 646.937KB
Recall 573 Report – 6/2/2022
RCLRPT-22V387-3469.PDF 214.01KB
Recall 573 Report – 6/2/2022
RCLRPT-22V387-7659.PDF 214.041KB
Recall 573 Report – 7/20/2022
RCLRPT-22V387-6618.PDF 214.234KB
Recall 573 Report – 7/28/2022
RCLRPT-22V387-2672.PDF 214.369KB
Recall 573 Report – 7/25/2022
RCLRPT-22V387-9629.PDF 214.236KB
ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
RCONL-22V387-9913.pdf 121.266KB
Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2022-3
RCLQRT-22V387-9759.PDF 211.123KB
Latest Recalls Documents
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[Customer Name] [Customer Address] [Customer Address] [Customer Address] Escape Trailer Industries LP 43851 Industrial Way, Chilliwack, BC Canada V2R 4L2 [Date] IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL NHTSA Recall No. 22V-387 Subject: Safety Recall Notice 22E-034 for Enerco 1/4 Quick Connector Set with Shutoff Valve and Excess Flow Plug-Quick Disconnect This notice applies to your vehicle: [Trailer Model] Your Vehicle Identification Number: [VIN] This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Escape Trailer Industries has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain 2021-2022 Escape 17, 19, 21, and 5.0TA travel trailers equipped with an Enerco ¼” Quick Connect Propane Fitting. We apologize for this situation and want to assure you that, with your assistance, we will correct this condition. Our commitment is to provide you with the highest level of service and support. What is the issue? Enerco’s affiliate, Flex-Tech, has been advised that certain propane female brass quick-disconnects may have a defect in the brass causing the female component to crack, which may result in a low pressure leak on the outside of the RV. The defect is due to porosity, contamination and carbon in the brass. These were installed on all Escape RV travel trailers from approximately July 2021-March 2022. The low pressure leak can increase the risk of a fire. What will Escape do? Escape Trailer Industries is contacting all affected customers to make them aware of this defect and providing customers with contact details for Enerco for them to request a replacement unit at no cost. This replacement will take approximately 0.3 hours. What should you do? You or your dealer must contact Flextech’s Customer Service department at 512-878-3731 or via email at Escaperecall@flextechhose.com. Flextech will coordinate with you to send a replacement Quick Disconnect. Flextech will then send the replacement component to you directly. From there, you can take the replacement component to a local repair shop for installation. How long will this take? Escape Trailer and Flextech estimate that the removal of the recalled unit and the installation of the replacement unit should take no more than 0.3 hours. What if you no longer own this vehicle? If you no longer own this vehicle, and have an address for the current owner, please forward this letter to the new owner. Can we assist you further? If you require further assistance in getting your vehicle repaired, please contact recall@escapetrailer.com. If you are still having difficulty getting your vehicle repaired in a reasonable time, you may write to the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. 20590 or call the toll-free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327- 4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153) or go to www.safercar.gov. What if you are a Lessor? Federal law requires that you forward a copy for this safety recall notice to the lessee within 10 days. Thank you for your attention to this important matter. Escape Trailer Industries Customer Service
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-387 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : Escape Trailer Submission Date : JUL 25, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22V-387 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : Escape Trailer Address : 43851 Industrial Way Chilliwack, BC 00 V2R4L2 Company phone : 6047031650 Population : Number of potentially involved : 123 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2021-2022 Escape Trailer Escape 17, Escape 19, Escape 21, Escape 5.0TA Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Escape Trailer received invoices from Enerco/Flextech in relation to the recalled component. From there Escape Trailer matched up the invoice dates with customer production dates to ascertain the number of customers potentially affected. In total, we estimate 123 total Escape trailers produced for US Customers during the production dates with the recalled component. This was a standard feature on all Escape Trailers in this time period. The key distinction between a defective and non-defective component is the production date located on the Brass Hex fitting (includes production dates of 21-XX to 22-10). Production Dates : JUL 01, 2021 – MAR 31, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : Enerco’s affiliate, Flex-Tech, has been advised that certain propane female brass quick-disconnects produced by its vendor Deking may have a defect in the brass causing the female component to crack, which may result in a low pressure leak on the outside of the RV. The defect is due to porosity, contamination and carbon in the brass. This defect began to manifest in components sold starting in July 2021. RV OEM manufacturers reported a rise in warranty claims in Q3 2021, Q4 2021 and Q1 2022. Neither Enerco or FlexTech is aware of any thermal events or injuries arising out of this defect and does not believe that it presents a substantial risk of injury. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-387 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Description of the Safety Risk : : The threat of propane leaking from a crack that may develop in the female quick disconnect. A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source could cause a fire outside the vehicle; however, the low pressure in the hose makes the actual risk of fire from this issue very low. Description of the Cause : Enerco has conducted testing and examination of the brass material and has found that some of the brass components may have porosity, contamination and carbon. Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : The crack in the brass fitting is visible Involved Components : Component Name 1 : Propane female brass quick-disconnects Component Description : 1/4 Quick Connector Set with Shutoff Valve and Excess Flow Plug-Quick Disconnect Component Part Number : 76290W Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : Enerco Group, Inc. Address : 4560 W. 160th St Cleveland Ohio 44135 Country : United States Chronology : 25 May 2022 – Escape recovers email notification from NHTSA from quarantine email 30 May 2022 – Escape logs vehicle report 02 June 2022 – Escape receives formal letter notification from Enerco Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-387 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : Enerco will replace aftermarket quick-disconnects with the newly designed model when it becomes available. Enerco and Flex-Tech will cooperate with any recall decided to be conducted by any of its RV OEM. In the case of Escape Trailer, the customer will contact Flextech to request a replacement unit at no cost. Moving forward Enerco and Flex-Tech will begin shipment of the newly designed model as soon as it becomes available How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : Over-torquing a quick disconnect that also has brass with contamination, carbon and porosity introduces the risk of cracking. The new quick-disconnect model will feature a more robust design using thicker brass hex stock. Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The schedule for starting production of the new quick-disconnect model is still being developed. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : Escape will notify all customers by mail within 60days Planned Dealer Notification Date : JUL 25, 2022 – JUL 30, 2022 Planned Owner Notification Date : JUL 25, 2022 – JUL 30, 2022 * NR – Not Reported
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-387 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : Escape Trailer Submission Date : JUN 02, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22V-387 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : Escape Trailer Address : 43851 Industrial Way Chilliwack, BC 00 V2R4L2 Company phone : 6047031650 Population : Number of potentially involved : 486 Estimated percentage with defect : 90 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2021-2022 Escape Trailer Escape 17, Escape 19, Escape 21, Escape 5.0TA Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : 486 total Escape trailers produced during the production dates. No differentiation in productions. The component in question was a customer option for part of 2021. Escape intends to contact all customers. Production Dates : JUL 01, 2021 – MAY 19, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : Enerco’s affiliate, Flex-Tech, has been advised that certain propane female brass quick-disconnects produced by its vendor Deking may have a defect in the brass causing the female component to crack, which may result in a low pressure leak on the outside of the RV. The defect is due to porosity, contamination and carbon in the brass. This defect began to manifest in components sold starting in July 2021. RV OEM manufacturers reported a rise in warranty claims in Q3 2021, Q4 2021 and Q1 2022. Neither Enerco or FlexTech is aware of any thermal events or injuries arising out of this defect and does not believe that it presents a substantial risk of injury. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR Description of the Safety Risk : : The threat of propane leaking from a crack that may develop in the female quick disconnect. A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source could cause a fire outside the vehicle; however, the low pressure in the hose makes the actual risk of fire from this issue very low. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-387 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Description of the Cause : Enerco has conducted testing and examination of the brass material and has found that some of the brass components may have porosity, contamination and carbon. Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : The crack in the brass fitting is visible Involved Components : Component Name 1 : Propane female brass quick-disconnects Component Description : 1/4 Quick Connector Set with Shutoff Valve and Excess Flow Plug-Quick Disconnect Component Part Number : F276181 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : Deking Corporation Co., Ltd. Address : Guang Dong Zhao Qing Hi-Tech Industrial Development Zone P.R.C. Forei Foreign States Country : China Chronology : 25 May 2022 – Escape recovers email notification from NHTSA from quarantine email 30 May 2022 – Escape logs vehicle report 02 June 2022 – Escape receives formal letter notification from Enerco Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : Enerco will replace aftermarket quick-disconnects with the newly designed model when it becomes available. Enerco and Flex-Tech will cooperate with any recall decided to be conducted by any of its RV OEM customers. Moving forward Enerco and Flex-Tech will begin shipment of the newly designed model as soon as it becomes available How Remedy Component Differs Over-torqueing a quick disconnect that also has brass with contamination, carbon and porosity introduces the risk of cracking. The new Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-387 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 from Recalled Component : quick-disconnect model will feature a more robust design using thicker brass hex stock. Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The schedule for starting production of the new quick-disconnect model is still being developed. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : Escape will notify all customers by mail within 60days Planned Dealer Notification Date : NR – NR Planned Owner Notification Date : JUN 15, 2022 – JUL 30, 2022 * NR – Not Reported
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-387 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : Escape Trailer Submission Date : JUL 20, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22V-387 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : Escape Trailer Address : 43851 Industrial Way Chilliwack, BC 00 V2R4L2 Company phone : 6047031650 Population : Number of potentially involved : 123 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2021-2021 Escape Trailer Escape 17, Escape 19, Escape 21, Escape 5.0TA Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Escape Trailer received invoices from Enerco/Flextech in relation to the recalled component. From there Escape Trailer matched up the invoice dates with customer production dates to ascertain the number of customers potentially affected. In total, we estimate 123 total Escape trailers produced for US Customers during the production dates with the recalled component. This was a standard feature on all Escape Trailers in this time period. The key distinction between a defective and non-defective component is the production date located on the Brass Hex fitting (includes production dates of 21-XX to 22-10). Production Dates : JUL 01, 2021 – NOV 30, 2021 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : Enerco’s affiliate, Flex-Tech, has been advised that certain propane female brass quick-disconnects produced by its vendor Deking may have a defect in the brass causing the female component to crack, which may result in a low pressure leak on the outside of the RV. The defect is due to porosity, contamination and carbon in the brass. This defect began to manifest in components sold starting in July 2021. RV OEM manufacturers reported a rise in warranty claims in Q3 2021, Q4 2021 and Q1 2022. Neither Enerco or FlexTech is aware of any thermal events or injuries arising out of this defect and does not believe that it presents a substantial risk of injury. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-387 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Description of the Safety Risk : : The threat of propane leaking from a crack that may develop in the female quick disconnect. A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source could cause a fire outside the vehicle; however, the low pressure in the hose makes the actual risk of fire from this issue very low. Description of the Cause : Enerco has conducted testing and examination of the brass material and has found that some of the brass components may have porosity, contamination and carbon. Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : The crack in the brass fitting is visible Involved Components : Component Name 1 : Propane female brass quick-disconnects Component Description : 1/4 Quick Connector Set with Shutoff Valve and Excess Flow Plug-Quick Disconnect Component Part Number : 76290W Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : Enerco Group, Inc. Address : 4560 W. 160th St Cleveland Ohio 44135 Country : United States Chronology : 25 May 2022 – Escape recovers email notification from NHTSA from quarantine email 30 May 2022 – Escape logs vehicle report 02 June 2022 – Escape receives formal letter notification from Enerco Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-387 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : Enerco will replace aftermarket quick-disconnects with the newly designed model when it becomes available. Enerco and Flex-Tech will cooperate with any recall decided to be conducted by any of its RV OEM. In the case of Escape Trailer, the customer will contact Flextech to request a replacement unit at no cost. Moving forward Enerco and Flex-Tech will begin shipment of the newly designed model as soon as it becomes available How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : Over-torquing a quick disconnect that also has brass with contamination, carbon and porosity introduces the risk of cracking. The new quick-disconnect model will feature a more robust design using thicker brass hex stock. Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The schedule for starting production of the new quick-disconnect model is still being developed. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : Escape will notify all customers by mail within 60days Planned Dealer Notification Date : JUL 25, 2022 – JUL 30, 2022 Planned Owner Notification Date : JUL 25, 2022 – JUL 30, 2022 * NR – Not Reported
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-387 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : Escape Trailer Submission Date : MAY 30, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22V-387 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : Escape Trailer Address : 43851 Industrial Way Chilliwack, BC 00 V2R4L2 Company phone : 6047031650 Population : Number of potentially involved : 486 Estimated percentage with defect : 90 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2021-2022 Escape Trailer Escape 17, Escape 19, Escape 21, Escape 5.0TA Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : 486 total Escape trailers produced during the production dates. No differentiation in productions. The component in question was a customer option for part of 2021. Escape intends to contact all customers. Production Dates : JUL 01, 2021 – MAY 19, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : Enerco’s affiliate, Flex-Tech, has been advised that certain propane female brass quick-disconnects produced by its vendor Deking may have a defect in the brass causing the female component to crack, which may result in a low pressure leak on the outside of the RV. The defect is due to porosity, contamination and carbon in the brass. This defect began to manifest in components sold starting in July 2021. RV OEM manufacturers reported a rise in warranty claims in Q3 2021, Q4 2021 and Q1 2022. Neither Enerco or FlexTech is aware of any thermal events or injuries arising out of this defect and does not believe that it presents a substantial risk of injury. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR Description of the Safety Risk : : The threat of propane leaking from a crack that may develop in the female quick disconnect. A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source could cause a fire outside the vehicle; however, the low pressure in the hose makes the actual risk of fire from this issue very low. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-387 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Description of the Cause : Enerco has conducted testing and examination of the brass material and has found that some of the brass components may have porosity, contamination and carbon. Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : The crack in the brass fitting is visible Involved Components : Component Name 1 : Propane female brass quick-disconnects Component Description : 1/4 Quick Connector Set with Shutoff Valve and Excess Flow Plug-Quick Disconnect Component Part Number : F276181 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : Deking Corporation Co., Ltd. Address : Guang Dong Zhao Qing Hi-Tech Industrial Development Zone P.R.C. Forei Foreign States Country : China Chronology : NR Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : Enerco will replace aftermarket quick-disconnects with the newly designed model when it becomes available. Enerco and Flex-Tech will cooperate with any recall decided to be conducted by any of its RV OEM customers. Moving forward Enerco and Flex-Tech will begin shipment of the newly designed model as soon as it becomes available How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : Over-torqueing a quick disconnect that also has brass with contamination, carbon and porosity introduces the risk of cracking. The new quick-disconnect model will feature a more robust design using thicker brass hex Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-387 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 stock. Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The schedule for starting production of the new quick-disconnect model is still being developed. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : Escape will notify all customers by mail within 60days Planned Dealer Notification Date : NR – NR Planned Owner Notification Date : JUN 15, 2022 – JUL 30, 2022 * NR – Not Reported
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-387 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : Escape Trailer Submission Date : JUN 02, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22V-387 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : Escape Trailer Address : 43851 Industrial Way Chilliwack, BC 00 V2R4L2 Company phone : 6047031650 Population : Number of potentially involved : 486 Estimated percentage with defect : 90 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2021-2022 Escape Trailer Escape 17, Escape 19, Escape 21, Escape 5.0TA Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : 486 total Escape trailers produced during the production dates. No differentiation in productions. The component in question was a customer option for part of 2021. Escape intends to contact all customers. Production Dates : JUL 01, 2021 – MAY 19, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : Enerco’s affiliate, Flex-Tech, has been advised that certain propane female brass quick-disconnects produced by its vendor Deking may have a defect in the brass causing the female component to crack, which may result in a low pressure leak on the outside of the RV. The defect is due to porosity, contamination and carbon in the brass. This defect began to manifest in components sold starting in July 2021. RV OEM manufacturers reported a rise in warranty claims in Q3 2021, Q4 2021 and Q1 2022. Neither Enerco or FlexTech is aware of any thermal events or injuries arising out of this defect and does not believe that it presents a substantial risk of injury. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR Description of the Safety Risk : : The threat of propane leaking from a crack that may develop in the female quick disconnect. A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source could cause a fire outside the vehicle; however, the low pressure in the hose makes the actual risk of fire from this issue very low. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-387 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Description of the Cause : Enerco has conducted testing and examination of the brass material and has found that some of the brass components may have porosity, contamination and carbon. Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : The crack in the brass fitting is visible Involved Components : Component Name 1 : Propane female brass quick-disconnects Component Description : 1/4 Quick Connector Set with Shutoff Valve and Excess Flow Plug-Quick Disconnect Component Part Number : F276181 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : Enerco Group, Inc. Address : 4560 W. 160th St Cleveland Ohio 44135 Country : United States Chronology : 25 May 2022 – Escape recovers email notification from NHTSA from quarantine email 30 May 2022 – Escape logs vehicle report 02 June 2022 – Escape receives formal letter notification from Enerco Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : Enerco will replace aftermarket quick-disconnects with the newly designed model when it becomes available. Enerco and Flex-Tech will cooperate with any recall decided to be conducted by any of its RV OEM customers. Moving forward Enerco and Flex-Tech will begin shipment of the newly designed model as soon as it becomes available How Remedy Component Differs Over-torqueing a quick disconnect that also has brass with contamination, carbon and porosity introduces the risk of cracking. The new Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-387 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 from Recalled Component : quick-disconnect model will feature a more robust design using thicker brass hex stock. Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The schedule for starting production of the new quick-disconnect model is still being developed. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : Escape will notify all customers by mail within 60days Planned Dealer Notification Date : NR – NR Planned Owner Notification Date : JUN 15, 2022 – JUL 30, 2022 * NR – Not Reported
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-387 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : Escape Trailer Submission Date : JUL 28, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22V-387 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : Escape Trailer Address : 43851 Industrial Way Chilliwack, BC 00 V2R4L2 Company phone : 6047031650 Population : Number of potentially involved : 123 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2021-2022 Escape Trailer Escape 17, Escape 19, Escape 21, Escape 5.0TA Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Escape Trailer received invoices from Enerco/Flextech in relation to the recalled component. From there Escape Trailer matched up the invoice dates with customer production dates to ascertain the number of customers potentially affected. In total, we estimate 123 total Escape trailers produced for US Customers during the production dates with the recalled component. This was a standard feature on all Escape Trailers in this time period. The key distinction between a defective and non-defective component is the production date located on the Brass Hex fitting (includes production dates of 21-XX to 22-10). Production Dates : JUL 01, 2021 – MAR 31, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : Enerco’s affiliate, Flex-Tech, has been advised that certain propane female brass quick-disconnects produced by its vendor Deking may have a defect in the brass causing the female component to crack, which may result in a low pressure leak on the outside of the RV. The defect is due to porosity, contamination and carbon in the brass. This defect began to manifest in components sold starting in July 2021. RV OEM manufacturers reported a rise in warranty claims in Q3 2021, Q4 2021 and Q1 2022. Neither Enerco or FlexTech is aware of any thermal events or injuries arising out of this defect and does not believe that it presents a substantial risk of injury. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-387 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Description of the Safety Risk : : The threat of propane leaking from a crack that may develop in the female quick disconnect. A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source could cause a fire outside the vehicle; however, the low pressure in the hose makes the actual risk of fire from this issue very low. Description of the Cause : Enerco has conducted testing and examination of the brass material and has found that some of the brass components may have porosity, contamination and carbon. Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : The crack in the brass fitting is visible Involved Components : Component Name 1 : Propane female brass quick-disconnects Component Description : 1/4 Quick Connector Set with Shutoff Valve and Excess Flow Plug-Quick Disconnect Component Part Number : 76290W Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : Enerco Group, Inc. Address : 4560 W. 160th St Cleveland Ohio 44135 Country : United States Chronology : 25 May 2022 – Escape recovers email notification from NHTSA from quarantine email 30 May 2022 – Escape logs vehicle report 02 June 2022 – Escape receives formal letter notification from Enerco 25 July 2022 – Escape conducts spot checks (emailed several customers) and found customer units with as late as March 2022 completion dates with recalled parts. Decision made to change affected model year end from “2021” to “2022”. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-387 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : Enerco will replace aftermarket quick-disconnects with the newly designed model when it becomes available. Enerco and Flex-Tech will cooperate with any recall decided to be conducted by any of its RV OEM. In the case of Escape Trailer, the customer will contact Flextech to request a replacement unit at no cost. Moving forward Enerco and Flex-Tech will begin shipment of the newly designed model as soon as it becomes available How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : Over-torquing a quick disconnect that also has brass with contamination, carbon and porosity introduces the risk of cracking. The new quick-disconnect model will feature a more robust design using thicker brass hex stock. Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The schedule for starting production of the new quick-disconnect model is still being developed. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : Escape will notify all customers by mail within 60days Planned Dealer Notification Date : JUL 25, 2022 – JUL 30, 2022 Planned Owner Notification Date : JUL 25, 2022 – JUL 30, 2022 * NR – Not Reported
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