NHTSA Recall 04V043000
NHTSA Campaign Id 04V043000; Date: Feb. 2, 2004
This could cause premature tire tread wear or tire failure during normal driving. The premature tire tread wear or tire failure could lead to a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1996 Country Coach Magna; 1997 Country Coach Magna; 1998 Country Coach Magna; 1999 Country Coach Magna
Component: Tire
Manufactured by: Country Coach Inc
Affected Units:: 20
Recall Summary:
Certain motor homes fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars. " the front axle rating is incorrect.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace both front tires and the front axle will be re-rated to 12,000 lbs. All motor homes will be issued new federal tire labels. Owner notification is expected to begin February 10, 2004. 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 country coach at 1-800-547-8015.
Recall Notes:
Also, customers can 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: Feb 10, 2004
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