Cruiser 2018 Shadow Cruiser Ultra Lite: Brake Risk Recall
Cruiser recalls 2018 Shadow Cruiser Ultra Lite trailers with backward axle installation that may reduce braking ability or cause temporary brake lockup. Owners should contact customer service for free correction.
Use caution until it’s fixed
Improper brake function can increase the risk of a crash.
What happened, in plain English
Cruiser is recalling certain 2018 Shadow Cruiser Ultra Lite recreational trailers because their axles were installed backwards, which could reduce braking ability or cause brakes to lock up temporarily. This could increase crash risk during normal use. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1224703-cruiser-2018-shadow-cruiser-ultra-lite-brake-risk-recall.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1224703-cruiser-2018-shadow-cruiser-ultra-lite-brake-risk-recall · Updated October 7, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #17V563000
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“Cruiser 2018 Shadow Cruiser Ultra Lite: Brake Risk Recall.” GovInfoNow, updated October 7, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1224703-cruiser-2018-shadow-cruiser-ultra-lite-brake-risk-recall. Based on NHTSA recall #17V563000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V563000).
Why it’s dangerous
The axles were installed backwards during manufacturing, which may reduce braking ability or cause brakes to temporarily lock up. This could lead to reduced stopping power or unintended brake engagement during normal driving conditions.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2018 Shadow Cruiser Ultra Lite recreational trailers with model numbers ID225RBS, ID240BHS, ID263RLS, ID279DBS, ID280QBS, or ID289RBS are affected. Trailer owners who use these vehicles for travel or towing are most at risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check your 2018 Shadow Cruiser Ultra Lite trailer for model numbers ID225RBS, ID240BHS, ID263RLS, ID279DBS, ID280QBS, or ID289RBS. The recall began on September 20, 2017, and affects specific trailer models.
- Brand
Cruiser RV- Category
Vehicle
What to do — step by step
Contact Customer Service
Call Cruiser customer service at 1-866-277-5630 to schedule a free axle correction.
What NHTSA says 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.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
2 dated steps over 7 days.
- NHTSA received the defect report
- Recall began
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #17V563000 (September 13, 2017)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 7, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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