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2017 Starcraft Autumn Ridge problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2017 Starcraft Autumn Ridge — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

1

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2017 compare to other Autumn Ridge years?

Autumn Ridge NHTSA complaints by model year, 2017 highlighted4 complaints2009: 0 complaints2010: 1 complaints2011: 0 complaints2012: 4 complaints2013: 0 complaints2014: 0 complaints2015: 1 complaints2016: 0 complaints2017: 1 complaints2018: 1 complaints2019: 2 complaints2020: 3 complaints2023: 1 complaints2025: 0 complaints
Autumn Ridge NHTSA complaints by model year, 2017 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2017 Starcraft Autumn Ridge problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Suspension1100%

Does the 2017 Starcraft Autumn Ridge have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

21V431000OtherJune 4, 2021 · 11,853 units

Defect

StarCraft RV (StarCraft) is recalling certain 2017 Starcraft AR-One MAXX, Autumn Ridge SCS, Travel Star EXP, 2018-2021 Autumn Ridge Outfitter, 2017-2019 Autumn Ridge, Launch Ultra Lite, 2018-2019 Avalon, GPS, Launch Outfitter, 2019 Mossy Oak Lite, 2019-2020 Mossy Oak, Mossy Oak Ultra Lite, 2018 Solstice, 2017-2018 Solstice Super Lite, 2018-2020 Telluride, and 2019-2021 Super Lite travel trailers and fifth wheels equipped with a Winntec model 6020 two-stage propane regulator. The regulator may fail, causing an increase in propane pressure.

Consequence

Increased propane pressure can enlarge the flames in gas appliances, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the regulator and test the propane system for leaks, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 3, 2021. Owners may contact Starcraft RV customer service at 1-800-945-4787.

16V882000OtherDecember 8, 2016 · 125 units

Defect

Starcraft RV is recalling certain model year 2017 Comet, Satellite, Launch, and Autumn Ridge mini trailers manufactured June 21, 2016, to November 18, 2016 and equipped with the extreme package. The Federal labels on the affected vehicles may state incorrect tire and rim sizes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Consequence

If there is incorrect tire and rim information on the label, owners may replace the tires or rims with items not specified for the unit, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Starcraft has notified owners and mailed corrected labels to the affected owners, free of charge. The recall began on December 22, 2016. Owners may contact Starcraft customer service at 1-800-945-4787. Starcraft's number for this recall is 9902339.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 (NA) STARCRAFT AUTUMN RIDGE 14RB CAMPER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE CAMPER SWAYED MORE THAN USUAL. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, CHECKED UNDERNEATH THE TRAILER, AND NOTICED THE BOLTS THAT HELD THE SHACKLES TO THE LEAF SPRING…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · September 12, 2017

2017 Starcraft Autumn Ridge — common questions

Is the 2017 Starcraft Autumn Ridge reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2017 Starcraft Autumn Ridge have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2017 Starcraft Autumn Ridge. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.