Lippert: Safety Recalls in 2016

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 2 safety recalls made by Lippert in 2016. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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December 1, 2016

(Campaign #: LCI-45A1-2016)

Brake Flange Nut may be Improperly Tightened

Lippert Components, Inc. (LCI) is recalling certain 7000lb and 8000lb Brake Axles, part numbers V000394887 and V00034684, manufactured October 12, 2016, to October 13, 2016. The flange nuts may be loose on the backing plate for the roadside brake.

NHTSA ID: 16E088000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 206

Consequence Summary:

Loose brake flange nuts may cause the brakes to lock up or not engage, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

LCI has notified the affected purchasers, and dealers will inspect and repair or replace the brake axles, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact LCI customer service at 1-574-537-8900. LCI's number for this recall is LCI-45A1-2016.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 100

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October 18, 2016

(Campaign #: LCI-68-092016)

Loss of Trailer Braking from Brake Control Module

Lippert Components, Inc. (LCI) is recalling certain Sway Command anti-sway tow controllers, part number 0271841, manufactured January 5, 2016, to July 19, 2016 and sold for use with model year 2014-2016 GM trucks. The use of LCI's Sway Command with these trucks that are equipped with the Integrated Trailer Brake Control Module (ITBCM) could cause reduced braking effectiveness or a loss of brake control when towing a trailer.

NHTSA ID: 16E078000

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

# of Units Affected: 304

Consequence Summary:

Reduced or complete loss of braking control can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

LCI will notify owners and will replace the current controller with an updated controller with correct programming, free of charge. The recall began on December 5, 2016. Owners may contact 1-574-537-8900. LCI's number for this recall is LCI-68-092016.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 93.09

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