Vehicle recall 18V294000 · May 3, 2018
Starcraft Comet and Starcraft
The manual over-ride feature on these power lifts may be misused, potentially resulting in torque from the drive motor damaging the lift mechanism.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- Damage to the lift mechanism may cause the roof to fall unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury.
- 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V294000
- Reported to NHTSA
- May 3, 2018
- Filed by
- Starcraft RV
- Manufacturer campaign
- 9902379
- Owner notification
- June 26, 2018
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 508
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Structure › Body › Roof and pillars
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Starcraft Comet (2013): 2013
- Starcraft Starcraft (2011): 2011
Has your Starcraft been repaired?
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