La Boit Specialty Vehicles Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2013

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There was 1 safety recall made by La Boit Specialty Vehicles Inc. in 2013. See the detail of the recall below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

June 27, 2013

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Unexpected Unfurling of the Awning

La Boit Specialty Vehicles Inc. (La Boit) is recalling certain model year 2013 Mobile Services vehicles. Due to a design change in the power awning motor assembly, the motor assembly screws may unknowingly shear.

NHTSA ID: 13V281000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 4

Consequence Summary:

If the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action:

La Boit will notify owners and Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with motors of a different design. A notification schedule has not yet been provided. Owners may contact La Boit at 1-800-776-9984 or Dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. Owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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