NHTSA vehicle safety data
2013 Starcraft Comet
The 2013 Starcraft Comet has 3 NHTSA recalls and 1 owner complaint on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Starcraft dealer.
Complete safety data for the 2013 Starcraft Comet. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
NHTSA #18V294000Reported May 3, 2018 · Starcraft RV
Defect description
Starcraft RV (Starcraft) is recalling certain 2011 Starcraft BC and BD and 2013 Comet BA, BB and BC camping trailers equipped with a Lippert Power Roof Lift Mechanism. The manual over-ride feature on these power lifts may be misused, potentially resulting in torque from the drive motor damaging the lift mechanism.
Safety consequence
Damage to the lift mechanism may cause the roof to fall unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury.
Free manufacturer remedy
Starcraft will notify owners and will provide a warning label to instruct owners of the proper use of the manual over-ride feature, free of charge. The recall began on June 26, 2018. Owners may contact Starcraft customer service at 1-800-945-4787. Starcraft's number for this recall is 9902379.
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.
EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #17V747000Reported November 21, 2017 · Starcraft RV
Defect description
Starcraft RV (Starcraft) is recalling certain 2009-2010 StarCraft, Centennial, Homestead, Travel Star, Travel Star EXP, Travel Star Sport, Autumn Ridge and Autumn Ridge SE recreational trailers, 2010 Rock Star, Lexion, Emblem and Homestead recreational trailers, 2013-2016 Comet recreational trailers, 2013-2015 AR-One and Launch recreational trailers, 2014-2016 Starflyer recreational trailers and 2016 Comet Hard Side recreational trailers. These trailers are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that 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.
Free manufacturer remedy
Starcraft will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2018. Owners may contact Starcraft customer service at 1-800-945-4787, or contact 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.
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
NHTSA #13V559000Reported November 7, 2013 · Starcraft RV, Inc.
Defect description
Starcraft RV is recalling certain model year 2013 Starcraft RT and Comet pop-up camping trailers manufactured August 2, 2010, through August 9, 2012. In these vehicles, if a component failure occurs in the roof lifter system, the failure may cause the roof to abruptly collapse to the closed position.
Safety consequence
If the roof abruptly closes, there is an increased risk of personal injury.
Free manufacturer remedy
Starcraft RV will notify owners, and dealers will add a metal stop that prevents to sudden collapse of the roof, free of charge. The recall beganon December 19, 2013. Owners may contact Starcraft at 1-800-945-4787 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.