Use cautionVehicle recall · NHTSA · Published September 23, 2019
Pleasure Way 2018 Plateau Awning Recall: Risk of Unintended Extension
Pleasure Way is recalling 2018-2020 Plateau motorhomes with Fiamma awnings due to risk of unintended extension causing injury or crash. Owners must contact customer service for free fixes.
If the awning unexpectedly extends while the vehicle is parked, the awning may hit an occupant within its range, increasing the risk of an injury. If the awning unexpectedly extends while the vehicle is in motion, there is an increased risk of a crash.
✎ GovInfoNow plain-language explainer
Pleasure Way is recalling certain 2018-2020 Plateau motorhomes with Fiamma awnings because the awning might extend unexpectedly while parked or moving, potentially hitting occupants or causing crashes. This could lead to injuries or accidents if the awning extends without user input. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1225277-pleasure-way-2018-plateau-awning-recall-risk-of-unintended-extension.
“Pleasure Way 2018 Plateau Awning Recall: Risk of Unintended Extension.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1225277-pleasure-way-2018-plateau-awning-recall-risk-of-unintended-extension. Based on NHTSA recall #19V673000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V673000).
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced on September 23, 2019, that Pleasure Way is recalling certain 2018-2020 Plateau, Plateau XL, Ascent and Lexor motorhomes. The awning drive mechanism may fail, causing the awning to extend unexpectedly. Owners should contact Pleasure Way customer service at 1-800-364-0189.
How to tell if you have it
Pleasure Way Plateau, 2018-2020
Pleasure Way Plateau XL, 2018-2020
Pleasure Way Ascent, 2018-2020
Pleasure Way Lexor, 2018-2020
What to do
Dealers will install straps to keep the awning closed as a temporary solution, free of charge. Fiamma will provide a permanent solution. Owners may contact Pleasure Way customer service at 1-800-364-0189.
The hazard
If the awning unexpectedly extends while the vehicle is parked, it may hit an occupant within its range, increasing the risk of injury. If the awning extends while the vehicle is in motion, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show Pleasure Way Industries, Ltd. has issued three other recalls since April 8, 2022, including fire risks related to gas leaks and overheating wiring in On Tour, Ascent and Plateau motorhomes. Other recent recalls of similar products include Winnebago View roof cap detachment risk (February 17, 2026), Newmar Bay Star hood stop detachment crash risk (February 24, 2026) and Hyundai Palisade air bag improper deployment risk (January 23, 2026). NHTSA records show manufacturers sent 59 technical service bulletins for the 2018 Pleasure Way Lexor with a latest date of February 4, 2026.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2018-2020 Pleasure Way Plateau, Plateau XL, Ascent, or Lexor motorhome has a Fiamma F45 Eagle or F65 Eagle awning. The recall began March 5, 2020, and owners received interim notifications starting October 7, 2019.
Brand
Pleasure Way
Category
Vehicle
Based on the official NHTSA remedy
What to do — step by step
Contact Customer Service
Reach out to Pleasure Way at 1-800-364-0189 for free temporary fixes or permanent solutions.
Official remedy
What NHTSA says to do
Pleasure Way will notify owners, and dealers will install straps to keep the awning closed, as a temporary solution, free of charge. Fiamma will provide a permanent solution. Pleasure Way issued owners an interim notification on October 7, 2019. The recall began March 5, 2020. Owners may contact Pleasure Way customer service at 1-800-364-0189.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
2 dated steps over 5 months.
1NHTSA received the defect report
2Recall began
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
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