Awning framing LAG bolts not installed correctly during manufacturing, according to Lippert installation instructions. All LAG bolts were overtorqued, spinning in place & not biting in the side of the RV body, creating a transportation critical safety issue. Removed awning, framing & all hardware to transport RV safely to an RV repair shop. They replaced all LAGS with rivets to ensure safety.
- NHTSA ID
- 11486637
- Incident
- Jun 5, 2021