Highland Ridge RV: Safety Recalls in 2016

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 3 safety recalls made by Highland Ridge RV in 2016. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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November 14, 2016

(Campaign #: 9904333)

Aluminum Ladder Hinge may Separate

Highland Ridge RV (Highland) is recalling certain 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.

NHTSA ID: 16V818000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 61

Consequence Summary:

If the hinges separate from the ladder while in use, the ladder may fall from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action:

Highland will notify owners, and dealers will install hinge braces over the existing hinges, free of charge. The recall began on November 29, 2016. Owners may contact Highland customer service at 1-260-768-7771. Highland's number for this recall is 9904333.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 42.62

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February 18, 2016

(Campaign #: 9904283)

Vehicle Weight Calculation Incorrect

Highland Ridge RV (Highland) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Highland Toy Hauler, Light, Mesa Ridge, and Roamer travel and fifth wheel trailers manufactured May 6, 2014, to August 31, 2015. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating calculation on the label may be incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded.

NHTSA ID: 16V092000

Component: EQUIPMENT

# of Units Affected: 1,912

Consequence Summary:

If the vehicle is overloaded due to incorrect Weight Rating information on the label, tire failure may result, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Highland will notify owners and will provide a corrected label, free of charge. One model, the HT31RGR Highland Toy Hauler will require two heavier axles installed and five larger tires as well. These repairs will provided free of charge. The recall began on March 22, 2016. Owners may contact Highland customer service at 1-260-768-7771. Highland's number for this recall is 9904283.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 100

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February 2, 2016

(Campaign #: 9904277)

Trailer Safety Chains not Equal to GVWR

Highland Ridge RV (Highland) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Highlander, Mesa Ridge, Roamer, and Journeyer travel trailers manufactured April 7, 2014, to January 11, 2016. The affected vehicles are equipped with safety chains on the A-frame that are rated for 11,700lb instead of being rated equal to or greater than the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the travel trailer.

NHTSA ID: 16V058000

Component: EQUIPMENT

# of Units Affected: 239

Consequence Summary:

In the event the main trailer connection fails, the weight of the trailer can break the safety chains if the chains are not strong enough, allowing the trailer to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Highland will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing safety chains with chains that have a 16,200lb rating, free of charge. The recall began on February 25, 2016. Owners may contact Highland customer service at 1-260-768-7771. Highland's number for this recall is 9904277.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 63.6

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