On June 5, 2025, while driving eastbound on Interstate 20 in Louisiana between Ruston and Monroe, the awning unexpectedly deployed while the RV was in motion. This sudden deployment posed a significant threat to myself, my passengers, and other motorists. Fortunately, no collision occurred, but the awning was destroyed, and the …
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On June 5, 2025, while driving eastbound on Interstate 20 in Louisiana between Ruston and Monroe, the awning unexpectedly deployed while the RV was in motion. This sudden deployment posed a significant threat to myself, my passengers, and other motorists. Fortunately, no collision occurred, but the awning was destroyed, and the RV exterior sustained visible damage including multiple scratches. I verified that the awning was fully retracted and properly latched before departure. This incident appears to be the result of a possible equipment failure or manufacturing defect. I respectfully request that the NHTSA investigate this matter as a potential safety defect that could affect other RVs with similar equipment. Awnings should not deploy during transit under any conditions, and the risk to public safety is substantial if this failure were to occur at higher speeds or in traffic.
Grech Motors Inc. (Grech) is recalling certain 2022-2023, 2025 Terreno, 2021-2025 Turismo, and 2020-2025 Strada motorhomes. The retractable awning may extend unintentionally during transit.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: An awning extending unintentionally during transit may become a distraction or road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will install a lock plate, and replace the winch assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2025. Owners may contact Grech customer service at 1-951-688-8347.
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