NHTSA Recall 01V086000
NHTSA Campaign Id 01V086000; Date: Mar. 14, 2001
This will result in automatic application of the emergency brake causing a rapid deceleration and stopping of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1997 Airstream Cutter; 1998 Airstream Cutter; 1999 Airstream Cutter; 2000 Airstream Cutter; 1997 Airstream XC; 1998 Airstream XC; 1999 Airstream XC; 2000 Airstream XC
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock
Manufactured by: Airstream, Inc.
Affected Units:: 298
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: motor homes built on freightliner chassis. The anti-lock braking system (abs) rear brake valves can be damaged due to the fresh water tank sagging downward.
How to Fix:
Dealers will install a steel support bracket that runs fore and aft under the fresh water tank between two chassis cross members below the tank. Owner notification began March 19, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact airstream at 1-877-596-6505.
Recall Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 19, 2001
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