NHTSA Recall 01V298000
NHTSA Campaign Id 01V298000; Date: Sep. 15, 2001
If the cover rotates to the valve stem, a condition exists that could shear the valve stem off, leading to a rapid deflation of the tire. This rapid tire air loss could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, potentially resulting in a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2002 Rialta Rialta
Component: Wheels:cap/cover/hub
Manufactured by: Winnebago Industries, Inc.
Affected Units:: 396
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: motor homes (models 222fd, 222qd, and 222hd). The wheel cover can rotate while mounted on the wheel.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the rubber valve stems and wheel covers. Owner notification began October 18, 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 winnebago at 1-641-585-6939.
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: Oct 18, 2001
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