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2018 Starcraft Autumn Ridge problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2018 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 2018 compare to other Autumn Ridge years?

Autumn Ridge NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 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, 2018 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

See all Autumn Ridge years to avoid →

What are the most common 2018 Starcraft Autumn Ridge problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System1100%

Does the 2018 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.

19V699000Electrical SystemOctober 3, 2019 · 10,247 units

Defect

Starcraft RV (Starcraft) is recalling certain 2018 Comet Mini, 2018-2019 GPS, Autumn Ridge Outfitter, Launch Ultra Lite, Launch Outfitter 7, Autumn Ridge, Launch Outfitter, Satellite and Avalon and 2019 Mossy Oak and Mossy Oak Lite travel trailers. The fuse/circuit breaker wiring between the battery and the converter may have bypassed the 30amp fuse, creating an unprotected circuit.

Consequence

In the event of an electrical short, an unprotected circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Starcraft will notify owners, and dealers will install a fuse harness assembly to protect the circuit, free of charge. The recall began October 28, 2019. Owners may contact Starcraft customer service at 1-800-945-4787. Starcraft's number for this recall is 9902439.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 STARCRAFT AUTUMN RIDGE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V699000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED BY PHONE TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT WITH THE LOCAL DEALER HOWEVER, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT DUE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · December 7, 2019

2018 Starcraft Autumn Ridge — common questions

Is the 2018 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 2018 Starcraft Autumn Ridge have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2018 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.