NHTSA vehicle safety data
2013 Starcraft Comet Recalls & Complaints
The 2013 Starcraft Comet has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Starcraft dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2013 Starcraft Comet. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2013 Starcraft Comet owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2013 Starcraft Comet, describing incidents dated July 11, 2013.
Most-cited components
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Newest complaints
ODI #10537940 · Filed
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 STARCRAFT COMET TRAILER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TENT POLE IN THE KITCHEN AND DINING AREAS WAS DEFECTIVE. THE POLE WOULD NOT STAY IN PLACE AND FAILED TO SUSTAIN THE KITCHEN AND DINING AREA. THE POLE ALSO EXHIBITED A SHARP EDGE THAT STRUCK THE PASSENGERS IN THE…
Roof Collapse from Power Lift Roof Override Misuse
NHTSA #18V294000 · Structure — Body — Roof and Pillars · NHTSA notice
Reported May 3, 2018 · Starcraft RV
Potentially affected: 508 vehicles
Repair completion: 19.29% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Starcraft campaign 9902379 · Owners notified June 26, 2018 · Vehicles built August 2, 2010 – August 9, 2012 (per NHTSA)
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.
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.
Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable
NHTSA #17V747000 · Equipment · NHTSA notice
Reported November 21, 2017 · Starcraft RV
Potentially affected: 2,879 vehicles
Repair completion: 11.22% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Owners notified January 15, 2018
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.
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.
Roof Support may giveway allowing Collapse
NHTSA #13V559000 · Structure — Body — Roof and Pillars · NHTSA notice
Reported November 7, 2013 · Starcraft RV, Inc.
Potentially affected: 57 vehicles
Repair completion: 29.82% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Owners notified December 19, 2013 · Vehicles built August 2, 2010 – August 9, 2012 (per NHTSA)
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.
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.
Other Starcraft Comet model years
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