Lippert equipment recall: Ramp Door May Break During Use
Report received by NHTSA: Jan. 13, 2026.
Built by the Tribune's code from NHTSA's official records. No AI wrote this page. Updated Nov. 4, 2026.
- What's recalled
Lippert is recalling certain 3000 Series Hidden Hinge Ramp Doors. Please see the 573 Recall Report for a complete list of affected part numbers. The ramp door may break away from the door frame while loading or unloading vehicles.
- The risk
A ramp door that breaks during use increases the risk of injury.
- Who's affected
2,154 items potentially affected, according to NHTSA.
- Compared with
Lippert has 5 NHTSA recalls in 2026 so far, compared with 3 in all of 2025.
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- Before this
20 earlier NHTSA recalls by Lippert since Nov. 1, 2016; the 5 most recent:
- Dec. 11, 2025 Lippert equipment recall: Wheelchair Restraint Retractor May Not Lock (agency record)
- Nov. 21, 2025 Lippert equipment recall: Hydraulic Pump Bracket May Fracture (agency record)
- Sept. 24, 2025 Lippert equipment recall: Paddle Latch May Unintentionally Lock Liquid Propane Compartment (agency record)
- Nov. 20, 2024 Lippert equipment recall: Towed Vehicle May Detach From Pin Box (agency record)
- March 5, 2024 Lippert equipment recall: Improperly Installed Hub Oil Seal May Leak Oil (agency record)
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- What to do and when
Dealers will install additional support brackets, free of charge. Vehicle manufacturers are expected to be notified by January 21, 2026. Owners may contact Lippert customer service at 1-574-538-4514.
NHTSA's record, word for word
- Check it yourself
NHTSA's VIN lookup shows whether a specific vehicle has an open recall.
The record as NHTSA published it
| NHTSA recall number | 26E002000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Lippert |
| Recall type | Equipment |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received by NHTSA | Jan. 13, 2026 |
| Potentially affected | 2,154 items |
| “Do not drive” warning | No |
| Fire risk when parked (“park outside”) | No |
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall records (public domain). NHTSA's record