Brinkley RV recalls 2027 Model I trailers over exterior ladder that may come loose
The exterior ladder on these trailers may not be properly secured to its support backer, so it could detach while someone is using it and raise the risk of injury.
What to do
Dealers will inspect the ladder and reinstall it if needed, free of charge. Owners can call Brinkley customer service at 1-574-501-4280 and mention recall number REC-2603.
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Recall details
- Product
- Brinkley RV Model I 2027
- Company
- Brinkley RV
- Hazard
- The ladder may detach during use, increasing the risk of injury.
- Units
- 28 vehicles
- Owner notification
- August 7, 2026
- Reported to NHTSA
- July 30, 2026
- Identifiers
- NHTSA campaign number: 26V499000
- Manufacturer campaign number: REC-2603
- Model years: 2027
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Official notice
The notice's own wording from NHTSA.
- Component
- STRUCTURE:BODY:STEP/LADDER
- Defect
- Brinkley RV (Brinkley) is recalling certain 2027 Model I trailers. The exterior ladder may not be properly secured to the support backer.
- Consequence
- The ladder may detach during use, increasing the risk of injury.
- Corrective action
- Dealers will inspect and reinstall the ladder as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2026. Owners may contact Brinkley's customer service at 1-574-501-4280. Brinkley's number for this recall is REC-2603.
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