22E055 – Awning Fabric May Detach Causing Awning to Drop – Lippert Electric Retractable Awning

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Rev: 09.07.22 Page 1 CCD-0006496
AWNING INSPECTION AND
WELD/SEAM REPAIR
Recall Number: 22E-055
Product: Awnings
Date: Original: July 15, 2022
Current: Sept. 1, 2022 Labor Rate: .30 hours inspection only .30 hours repair only
1.5 hours fabric replacement only
Purpose
The purpose of this document is to provide guidance, as well as visual aides, to dealers performing inspection
on units that may have insufficient awning weld(s). The inspection point is at the awning fabric seam at the
awning rail at the wall of the unit (Fig. 1). This only affects awnings manufactured January 17, 2022 – June 14,
2022. The date of manufacture can be located on the variant code label (Fig. 2) located on the awning.
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Date
Instructions
Push Test
1. Extend the awning.
2. From underneath the awning, about 1″ to 1.5″ from the fabric edge, push up on the fabric with one
finger (Fig. 3) until the awning fabric is flush with the top of the awning rail. Look for any separation or
visible daylight at the seam. Perform push test at both ends of the awning.
Resources Required
• Stepladder of adequate height to perform push test and inspect weld near awning rail
NOTE: This document supersedes the previously-released version dated July 15, 2022. All sections
highlighted in yellow have been updated from the original version.
Rev: 09.07.22 Page 2 CCD-0006496
Recall Number: 22E-055
Product: Awnings
Date: Original: July 15, 2022
Current: Sept. 1, 2022 Labor Rate: .30 hours inspection only .30 hours repair only
1.5 hours fabric replacement only
As a supplier of a broad array of highly-engineered components in the recreation and transportation product markets, safety, education and customer satisfaction are
our primary concerns. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at 432-LIPPERT (432-547-7378) or by email at [email protected].
Self-help tips, technical documents, product videos and a training class schedule are available at lippert.com or by downloading the LippertNOW app.
AWNING INSPECTION AND
WELD/SEAM REPAIR
Top Inspection
1. Position stepladder next to the unit to view the topside of the awning at the unit wall from either end
(drive/idler side).
2. Inspect the weld near the awning rail (Fig. 4A).
A. Fig. 4 shows no separation at the seam. It does not require repair or replacement.
B. Fig. 5 shows separation at the seam (Fig. 5A).
I. If the separation is less than 6 inches, repair can be accomplished using the procedure described
in TI-434.
II. If the separation is over 6 inches it will require awning fabric replacement using the procedure
described in TI-166.
All inspections and repairs must be documented with the following information:
• Full unit information, including 17-digit VIN, Make/Model/Floorplan and Date of Manufacture
• Clear photo of the awning tag
• Photos documenting any weld separation concerns
Fig. 4 Fig. 5
A
Light strip
location
A
Awning rail
location

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-055
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Lippert
JUL 14, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22E-055 Manufacturer Recall No. : 058-001-2022
Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Lippert
Address : Attn: Pamela VanderMel
PO Box 2888 Elkhart IN 46515 Company phone : 5743126040
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 82,315 Estimated percentage with defect : 5 %
Equipment Information : Brand / Trade 1 :
Model : Lippert / RV
Certain Electric Retractable awnings up to 18′ in length Part No. : See Spreadsheet Size : 18′ and Smaller Function : Provide Shade
Descriptive Information : Recall population is all awnings 18′ and smaller built on a specific production line. Recalled products were built on a specific line and products which were not recalled were built on different production lines which do not show similar potential for defects. This specific production line made adjustments to the speed of the machine on January 17, 2022. As an equipment supplier our products are not specific to certain make/model year combinations. It is our expectation the awnings produced and shipped between 1/17/2022 and 6/14/2022 would be used on current year RV production by our customers, the OEM’s.
Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUN 14, 2022
Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : Separation of welded seam at the fabric to coach interface FMVSS 1 : NR
FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : In extreme cases the fabric could detach from the coach rail and remain
attached to the awning frame. This could allow the awning to drop and extend beyond normal operation.
Description of the Cause : Insufficient weld penetration in some areas between the fabric and the
adjoining PVC extruded track. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-055 Page 2 Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : A visible warning would include seeing a partial weld separation at the ends of the awning roll along the coach/ Involved Components : Component Name : NR Component Description : NR Component Part Number : NR Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : NR Address : NR
NR
Country : United States Chronology :
06.14.2022: Reported issue occurring involving our awning on an RV at a dealership 06.14./2022: Affected Lippert Awning Production Line shut down
6.14.2022 – 06.16.2022: Internal testing conducted, awaiting field product return for further analysis 06.16.2022 – 06.17.2022: Inspection of internal stock and product shipped to local customers Reviewed other awning production lines for any potential risk, none found.
06.20.2022 – 06.28.2022: Continued review of internal stock, OEM product and returned product as well as photos of field occurrence.
06.29.2022: Safety Committee Review of all information 06.29.2022: Decision made to launch formal field action and recall.
07.13.2022: Further review and discussions involved the date of January 17th as a change was made to the machine speed on this date. Decision to expand scope to include product built from January 17 – Feb 2, 2022 in the pre-determined scope
07.14.2022: filing Amendment to expand scope. New scope dates will be 01/17/2022 – 06/14/2022. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-055
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : Remedy program will include providing instructions for inspection and
repair or replacement as needed of awnings which do not pass the inspection or have an occurrence. If repair or replacement is needed we will supply the necessary items to complete the repair or replace the faulty product. We will reimburse all OEM’s, dealers, mobile repair companies and/or consumers for all costs associated with inspection, repair and/or replacement of the affected awnings. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : Replacement material has been produced after 06.20.2022 and has been certified through validated improved processes. .
The recall condition was corrected in production on 6/16/2022 by implementing and utilizing new processes. The new processes were determined after also reviewing machine parameters and identifying and removing potential areas for weld inconsistencies. Quality checks have been increased in frequency and periodic destructive tests implemented. Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : As an equipment supplier we will notify the OEM’s we have sold the
involved product to. We will assist the OEM’s as needed in their notification to dealers and/or consumers. The dates I am entering will be for our OEM notification.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : JUL 22, 2022 – AUG 19, 2022
Planned Owner Notification Date : AUG 25, 2022 – SEP 01, 2022 Purchaser Information :
The following manufacturers purchased this defective/noncompliant equipment for possible use or installation in new motor vehicles or new items of motor vehicle equipment:
Name : NR Address : NR
NR Country : NR Company Phone : NR
* NR – Not Reported

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-055
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Lippert
JUL 05, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22E-055 Manufacturer Recall No. : 058-001-2022
Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Lippert
Address : Attn: Pamela VanderMel
PO Box 2888 Elkhart IN 46515 Company phone : 5743126040
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 73,230 Estimated percentage with defect : 3 %
Equipment Information : Brand / Trade 1 :
Model : Lippert / RV
Certain Electric Retractable awnings up to 18′ in length Part No. : See Spreadsheet Size : 18′ and Smaller Function : Provide Shade
Descriptive Information : Recall population is all awnings 18′ and smaller built on a specific production line. Recalled products were built on a specific line and products which were not recalled were built on different production lines which do not show similar potential for defects. As an equipment supplier our products are not specific to certain make/model year combinations. It is our expectation the awnings produced and shipped between 2/3/2022 and 6/14/2022 would be used on current year RV production by our customers, the OEM’s.
Production Dates : FEB 03, 2022 – JUN 14, 2022
Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : Separation of welded seam at the fabric to coach interface FMVSS 1 : NR
FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : In extreme cases the fabric could detach from the coach rail and remain
attached to the awning frame. This could allow the awning to drop and extend beyond normal operation.
Description of the Cause : Insufficient weld penetration in some areas between the fabric and the adjoining PVC extruded track. Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : A visible warning would include seeing a partial weld separation at the ends of he coach/ Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-055 Page 2 Involved Components : Component Name : NR Component Description : NR Component Part Number : NR Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : NR Address : NR
NR
Country : United States Chronology :
06.14.2022: Reported issue occurring involving our awning on an RV at a dealership 06.14./2022: Affected Lippert Awning Production Line shut down
6.14.2022 – 06.16.2022: Internal testing conducted, awaiting field product return for further analysis 06.16.2022 – 06.17.2022: Inspection of internal stock and product shipped to local customers Reviewed other awning production lines for any potential risk, none found.
06.20.2022 – 06.28.2022: Continued review of internal stock, OEM product and returned product as well as photos of field occurrence.
06.29.2022: Safety Committee Review of all information 06.29.2022: Decision made to launch formal field action and recall. Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : Remedy program will include providing instructions for inspection and
repair or replacement as needed of awnings which do not pass the inspection or have an occurrence. If repair or replacement is needed we will supply the necessary items to complete the repair or replace the faulty product. We will reimburse all OEM’s, dealers, mobile repair companies and/or consumers for all costs associated with inspection, repair and/or replacement of the affected awnings. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : Replacement material has been produced after 06.20.2022 and has been certified through validated improved processes. . The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-055
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production :
The recall condition was corrected in production on 6/16/2022 by implementing and utilizing new processes. The new processes were determined after also reviewing machine parameters and identifying and removing potential areas for weld inconsistencies. Quality checks have been increased in frequency and periodic destructive tests implemented. Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : As an equipment supplier we will notify the OEM’s we have sold the
involved product to. We will assist the OEM’s as needed in their notification to dealers and/or consumers. The dates I am entering will be for our OEM notification.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : JUL 15, 2022 – AUG 19, 2022 Planned Owner Notification Date : NR – NR Purchaser Information :
The following manufacturers purchased this defective/noncompliant equipment for possible use or installation in new motor vehicles or new items of motor vehicle equipment:
Name : NR Address : NR
NR Country : NR Company Phone : NR
* NR – Not Reported

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Rev: 08.29.2022
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CCD-0006469
AWNING FABRIC SEAM REPAIR AWNINGS Purpose
This document outlines the repair of awning fabric that has separated at the seam using Awning Seam Repair Adhesive PN 2022107896 (Fig. 1).
The “WARNING” symbol above is a sign that a procedure has a safety risk involved and may cause death, serious personal injury or product and/or property damage if not performed safely and within the parameters set forth in this manual. Repair compounds can be highly flammable. Do not use around open flame or other heat sources. Repair compounds may cause eye and skin irritation. May also cause drowsiness and dizziness. Use in a well-ventilated area as prolonged exposure to fumes can cause irritation to nose, mouth, throat and respiratory system. FOLLOW THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ON THE LABEL BEFORE USING THE REPAIR COMPOUNDS. The “CAUTION” symbol above is a sign that a procedure has a safety risk involved and may cause personal injury, product and/or property damage if not performed safely and within the parameters set forth in this manual. Always use personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves and eye protection when working with chemical compounds.
Safety Fig. 1 PN 2022107896 Rev: 08.29.2022
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As a supplier of components to many industries, safety, education and customer satisfaction are our primary concerns. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at 432-LIPPERT (432-547-7378) or by email at [email protected]. Self-help tips, technical documents, product videos and a training class schedule are available at lippert.com or by downloading the LippertNOW app. AWNINGS AWNING FABRIC SEAM REPAIR
Resources Required • Awning Seam Repair Adhesive PN 2022107896 (Fig. 1)
• Mild soap and water
• Ladder, if needed, to reach the awning rail or roll tube
Seam Separation Repair Procedure
NOTE: The repair procedure is optimal for 6 to 8″ seam separations or less (Fig. 2).
1. Extend the awning:
A. For a seam fix at the awning rail, extend the awning a few feet.
B. For a seam fix at the roll tube, extend the awning completely.
2. Tie both awning arms slightly back to gain some slack in the fabric.
3. Clean the area to be repaired with mild soap and water. Allow to dry completely.
4. Spread open the seam area needed repair and apply a continuous bead of Awning Seam Repair Adhesive PN 2022107896 along the entire separation (Fig. 3).
5. Press down firmly and hold for several minutes.
6. Allow to dry for at least four hours. Fig. 3 Polycords Fabric Seam needing repair Fig. 2 NOTE: Photo shows fabric removed from the awning for clarity and upside down. The repair can be
completed with the awning fabric installed.

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Rev: 06.01.2023
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CCD-0002066
AWNING FABRIC REPLACEMENT AWNINGS Purpose
This document outlines the removal and replacement of awning fabric.
Resources Required
Manual Awning Fabric Replacement
Removal
1. Remove the drip cap (if equipped) from the end of the awning rail from which the fabric will be removed.
2. Extend the awning out approximately 12″ and insert cotter pins through both end caps into the shafts on the head assemblies (Fig. 2).
Note: If the awning is 6′ in length it will only need one cotter pin for the drive side end cap.
3. Secure both support arm assemblies by running a zip tie around the outer arm and around the pin on the top of the mount arm where the mount arm and inner arm connect (Fig. 3).
Moving parts can pinch, crush or cut. Keep clear and use caution.
If not properly secured, the support arms can kick out due to pressure from the gas strut, which may result in serious injury or property damage.
• 1 to 3 People
• Cordless or Electric Drill or Screw Gun
• Appropriate Drive Bits
• Zip Ties
• Two Cotter Pins (manual awning only)
• Non-Permanent Marker
Safety
Fig. 1 Polycord
Note: Previous awning versions had two (2) polycords and fabric stitching along the hem. The current awning model has one (1) polycord (see Fig. 1) and no fabric stitching. This should not be
mistaken as defective. AWNING FABRIC REPLACEMENT AWNINGS Fig. 2 Cotter Pin Fig. 3 4. Remove the screws holding the polycord in place on the awning rail.
5. Remove the drive head assembly and idler head assembly retaining bolts from the outer arms to separate the components.
6. Working together, remove the roll tube assembly (which includes the drive/idler head assemblies) from the awning rail and support arms by sliding the assembly along the awning rail until clear. Failure to support the roll tube, fabric and drive/idler head assemblies during removal may result in serious injury or property damage.
7. Secure the idler head and the roll tube to a work bench.
8. Have someone hold both the roll tube and drive head assembly prior to removing the cotter pin.
9. While one person holds the roll tube, have another person slowly rotate the drive head assembly clockwise to release tension. Failure to maintain control of the roll tube, fabric and drive/idler head may result in serious injury or property damage.
10. Mark the cam lock position on the roll tube with a non-permanent marker.
11. Remove the three screws holding the drive head assembly end cap on the roll tube and set the drive head assembly aside.
Note: Awnings longer than 6′ will also have tension that needs to be released in the idler head assembly prior to continuing the procedure. To release tension, remove the idler head cotter pin and slowly rotate the idler head in a counterclockwise motion to release tension in the idler head assembly’s spring.
12. Place the roll tube and fabric on a clean, level surface that is free of any debris able to scratch or damage the roll tube and/or fabric.
13. With one person holding the awning rail end of the fabric, another can rotate the roll tube to unroll the fabric until only the polycord is left on the roll tube.
14. Remove the screws holding the polycord in place on the roll tube.
15. Mark the roll tube groove containing the polycord with a non-permanent marker prior to removing the fabric from the roll tube.
16. To remove the fabric, gently pull the roll tube from the idler end, while another person holds the fabric in place.
Rev: 06.01.2023 Page 2 CCD-0002066 AWNING FABRIC REPLACEMENT AWNINGS Installation
1. Unroll the new fabric onto the old fabric to help keep fabric from getting damaged.
2. On a clean, level surface free of any debris able to scratch or damage the roll tube, gently slide the roll tube onto the polycord of the fabric, making sure that the non-printed side is touching the roll tube (Fig. 4).
3. Center the fabric on the roll tube.
4. Apply the screws that were holding the polycord in place on the roll tube. Install the screws no more than 1/4″ from the edge of the fabric.
5. Roll the fabric onto the roll tube (Fig. 5). Make sure the fabric stays snug and flat to the roll tube with the printed side facing away. Fig. 4 Fig. 5 Roll tube Fabric Polycord in Roll tube Channel Fabric 6. Using the three screws previously removed from the drive head assembly end cap, attach the drive head to the roll tube, making sure the orientation is the same.
Note: Be sure the drive head assembly with the cam lock is on the right-hand side of the awning.
7. Secure the idler head and roll tube to the work bench.
8. Rotate the drive head assembly counterclockwise, proper turns according to the length of the awning (Fig. 6) and insert a cotter pin into the end cap into the shaft on the drive head assembly.
Note: If the awning is longer than 6′ and the idler head assembly tension had previously been released, rotate the idler head assembly clockwise according to the length of the awning (Fig. 6) and insert a cotter pin into the end cap into the shaft on the idler head assembly. Be sure that both head assemblies are parallel once tension has been added.
Fig. 6
Manual Awning Tensioning Awning Length
6’*
7′-16′
17′-21′
22′-28′ Proper Tensioning (# of turns)
15
9
10
11 Rev: 06.01.2023 Note: *6′ Awnings only have one spring to tension on the drive side.
Page 3 CCD-0002066 AWNING FABRIC REPLACEMENT AWNINGS Failure to support the roll tube, fabric and drive/idler head assembly during installation may result in serious injury or property damage.
9. Working together, install the roll tube assembly (which includes the drive/idler head assemblies) to the awning rail and support arms by sliding the assembly along the awning rail. Make sure the awning will unroll with the printed side of the fabric up.
10. Install the previously removed drive/idler head assembly retaining bolts into the outer arms to secure. Note: Make sure cam lock is in extend position, otherwise awning will slam shut causing damage when cotter pins are removed.
11. Remove the cotter pins from both end caps and cut the zip ties from the support arm assemblies.
12. Extend and retract the awning several times to ensure that the fabric is square on the roll tube.
13. Secure the fabric in the awning rail 1″ inside the edge of the fabric on both ends using a #6 x 1/2” hex head screw. Install the screw down through
the awning rail into the fabric and the polycord (Fig 7).
14. Reinstall the drip cap (if previously equipped). Awning Rail Fig. 7 1″ Fabric Power and Hybrid Awning Fabric Replacement
Resources Required
• 1 to 3 People (depending on task)
• Cordless or Electric Drill or Screw Gun
• Appropriate Drive Bits
• Zip Ties
Removal
1. Remove the drip cap (if equipped) from the end from which the fabric will be removed.
2. Fully extend the awning. Under power awning should only extend 8″-12″.
3. Disconnect any fabric LED lights in the support arm assembly.
4. Secure both support arm assemblies by running a zip tie around the outer arm and around the pin on the top of the mount arm where the mount arm and inner arm connect (Fig. 8).
5. Remove the screws holding the polycord in place on the awning rail.
6. Remove the wax screws holding the end caps onto the drive and idler head shafts (Fig. 9).
7. Working together, remove the roll tube and fabric from the awning rail and support arm assemblies.
8. Place the roll tube and fabric on a clean, level surface that is free of any debris able to scratch or damage the roll tube and/or fabric.
9. Remove the end cap from the end of the roll tube from which the fabric will be removed. Rev: 06.01.2023 Page 4 CCD-0002066 AWNING FABRIC REPLACEMENT AWNINGS Fig. 8 Fig. 9 Failure to support the roll tube, fabric and drive/idler head assembly during installation may result in serious injury or property damage.
10. With one person holding the end of the fabric that gets attached to the awning rail on the unit, another can rotate the roll tube to unroll the fabric until only the polycord is left on the roll tube.
Note: If single polycord, the end cap does not need to be removed.
11. Remove the screws holding the polycord in place on the roll tube.
12. To remove the fabric, gently pull the roll tube from one end, while another person holds the fabric in place.
Installation
1. Unroll the replacement fabric so that the cords are parallel with the roll tube.
2. On a clean, level surface free of any debris able to scratch or damage the roll tube, gently slide the roll tube onto the polycord of the fabric, making sure that the non-printed side is touching the roll tube (Fig. 10).
3. Center the fabric on the roll tube.
4. Install the screws that were holding the polycord in place on the roll tube. Install the screws no more than 1/4″ from the edge of the fabric.
5. Put new fabric on top of the old fabric. Roll the fabric onto the roll tube (Fig. 11). Make sure the fabric stays snug and flat to the roll tube with the printed side facing away.
Fig. 10 Fig. 11
Roll tube Rev: 06.01.2023 Fabric Polycord in Roll tube Channel Page 5 Fabric CCD-0002066 Rev: 06.01.2023
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As a supplier of a broad array of highly-engineered components in the recreation and transportation product markets, safety, education and customer satisfaction are our primary concerns. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at 432-LIPPERT (432-547-7378) or by email at [email protected].
Self-help tips, technical documents, product videos and a training class schedule are available at lippert.com or by downloading the LippertNOW app.
Failure to support the roll tube, fabric and drive/idler head assembly during installation may result in serious injury or property damage.
8. Working together, slide the shaft on the head assembly into the end cap. Install the wax screws at each end to secure the roll tube end caps to the head assemblies.
Note: It is suggested to keep the head of the wax screw 1/8″ from fastened so as not to compromise the structural integrity of the wax screw.
9. Remove zip ties, extend and retract the awning several times to ensure that the fabric is square on the rail.
10. Secure the fabric in the awning rail no more than 1” inside the edge of the fabric on both ends using a #6 x 1/2” hex head screw. Install the screw down through the awning rail into the fabric and the polycord (Fig. 12). 1″ Awning Rail Fabric Fig. 12 11. Reinstall the drip cap (if previously equipped).
12. Reconnect any light wiring as needed.
Note: The fabric LED light strip will need to be installed on the polycord of the fabric prior to connecting any wiring previously removed.
6. Reinstall the end cap previously removed.
7. Working together, install the roll tube and fabric on the awning rail and support arms, making sure the awning will unroll with the printed side of the fabric up.

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