NHTSA Recall 01V115000
NHTSA Campaign Id 01V115000; Date: Apr. 13, 2001
A loss of throttle control could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1999 Coachmen Class A; 2000 Coachmen Class A; 1999 Freightliner VCL; 2000 Freightliner VCL; 1999 Freightliner XC; 2000 Freightliner XC; 1999 Freightliner XCS; 2000 Freightliner XCS
Component: Vehicle Speed Control
Manufactured by: Freightliner Corporation
Affected Units:: 6,003
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: recreational vehicle chassis. A loss of throttle control (engine will return to idle) could occur when the exhaust brake has been activated, the brakes are applied, and the vehicle is coming to a stop.
How to Fix:
Dealers will reprogram the engine control module. Owner notification began may 14, 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 freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
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: May 14, 2001
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