April 1, 2025 - Equipment Alert: - Manufacturer Notice – Strata FAB Refuge Alternative Alert-Towbars & Accessories- Added 3/31/2025

During a recent refurbishment of a Strata Refuge Alternative (RA), Strata found a customer-fabricated tow bar attached to the tent door end of the RA. When attempting to access the tent storage area, we found that the customer tow bar was built in such a way that it obstructed the door, preventing it from fully opening without mechanical assistance. Please see attached user notice.

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