NHTSA vehicle safety data
2011 Cruiser RV Shadow Cruiser Recalls & Complaints
The 2011 Cruiser RV Shadow Cruiser has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Cruiser RV dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2011 Cruiser RV Shadow Cruiser. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2011 Cruiser RV Shadow Cruiser owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2011 Cruiser RV Shadow Cruiser, describing incidents dated June 13, 2013.
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- Suspension 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #10556073 · Filed
WITH ABOUT 3000 MILES ON THE UNIT I HAD TIRE FAILURE AT LOW SPEED. PROBLEM WAS EXCESS NEGATIVE CAMBER ON WHEELS RESULTING IN EXCESSIVE TIRE WEAR IN INSIDE 1 1/2 INCHES OF TIRE. IF, TIRE FAILURE HAD OCCURRED AT HIGHWAY SPEED, COULD HAVE BEEN SEVERE EVENT. CRUISER RV WOULD NOT ACCEPT ANY…
Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable
NHTSA #17V751000 · Equipment · NHTSA notice
Reported November 22, 2017 · Cruiser RV
Potentially affected: 36,037 vehicles
Repair completion: 5.84% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Owners notified January 15, 2018 · Vehicles built April 30, 2009 – July 16, 2015 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Cruiser RV (Cruiser) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Boss, Full House and Fun Finder Signature, 2018 Embrace and Striker FW, 2013-2016 Enterra and View Finder Signature, 2006-2016 Fun Finder, 2007-2015 Fun Finder Xtra, 2015-2017 Fun Finder Xtreme Lite and Shadow Cruiser Ultra Lite, 2016-2018 MPG, 2013-2017 Radiance, 2017-2018 Radiance Ultra Lite, 2010-2016 Shadow Cruiser, 2015-2016 Shadow Cruiser LE, 2017 South Fork, 2014-2018 Striker, 2009-2016 View Finder Lite, 2006-2007 Liberty, 2007 Land Roamer, 2009-2012 View Finder Toy Hauler, and 2006-2013 Fun Finder X recreational vehicles, equipped with certain Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Safety consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Cruiser will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2018. Owners may contact Cruiser customer service at 1-866-277-5630, or Kidde customer service toll free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.
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.safercar.gov.
Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable
NHTSA #13V649000 · Latches/Locks/Linkages · NHTSA notice
Reported November 19, 2013 · Cruiser RV
Potentially affected: 41 vehicles
Owners notified January 20, 2014 · Vehicles built January 1, 2006 – April 25, 2013 (per NHTSA) · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation
Defect description
Cruiser RV is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 Fun Finder, Shadow Cruiser, Fun Finder Xtra, Viewfinder, Signature, Radiance, Enterra recreational trailers manufactured January 1, 2006, through April 25, 2013 and equipped with Fastec-brand door locks. It may be possible to remove the key from the lock in a way that potentially jams the deadbolt.
Safety consequence
If the deadbolt jams, the interior side of the door lock may also jam. A person inside the travel trailer at the time will then be locked in and be unable to exit the vehicle without using the emergency exit, increasing the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Cruiser RV will notify owners, and Fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. The recall began January 20, 2014. Owners may contact Cruiser RV at 1-260-562-3500 or Fastec at 1-800-837-2505.
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.safercar.gov.
WEIGHT LOAD RATINGS
NHTSA #11V497000 · Equipment — Other — Labels · NHTSA notice
Reported October 5, 2011 · CRUISER RV
Potentially affected: 1,362 vehicles
Owners notified November 30, 2011 · Vehicles built April 21, 2011 – September 6, 2011 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
CRUISER RV IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 SHADOW CRUISER AND VIEWFINDER RECREATIONAL VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 21, 2011, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 6, 2011. THESE VEHICLES HAVE THE INCORRECT FEDERAL ID TAG, GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING (GVWR) INFORMATION LABELS WHICH FAILS TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF PART 567, "CERTIFICATION."
Safety consequence
FAILURE TO FOLLOW PROPER VEHICLE LOADING SPECIFICATIONS BECAUSE OF A MISPRINTED LABEL COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Manufacturer remedy
CRUISER RV WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 30, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CRUISER RV AT 1-574-457-6472.
Notes
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
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