2018 Cruiser RV Shadow Cruiser Ultra Lite Recall: Axles on these vehicles were installed backwards, possibly reducing the…
NHTSA campaign 17V563000 · Suspension · filed Sep 13, 2017 · verified Sep 13, 2026
The defect
Cruiser RV (Cruiser) is recalling certain 2018 Shadow Cruiser Ultra Lite recreational trailers, models ID225RBS, ID240BHS, ID263RLS, ID279DBS, ID280QBS and ID289RBS. The axles on these vehicles were installed backwards, possibly reducing the braking ability or causing the brakes to temporarily lock up.
The risk
Improper brake function can increase the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Cruiser has notified owners, and dealers will correct the axle installation, free of charge. The recall began on September 20, 2017. Owners may contact Cruiser customer service at 1-866-277-5630. Cruiser's number for this recall is 99.03.13.
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Cruiser RV | Shadow Cruiser Ultra Lite | 2018 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 17V563000 (manufacturer number 99.03.13). Data last verified Sep 13, 2026.