NHTSA Campaign Id 05V092000; Date: Mar. 17, 2005
If this were to occur, a complete separation of the hitch assembly from the chassis could occur, resulting in a crash due to a loss of control of the towed vehicle or trailer.
Recalled Vehicles:2005 Coachmen Aurora; 2005 Coachmen Epic; 2005 Coachmen Mirada; 2005 Coachmen Santara
Component: Trailer Hitche
Manufactured by: Coachmen Rv Company, Llc
Affected Units:: 251
Recall Summary:On certain class a motor homes, the rear hitch attachment brackets that connect the hitch assembly to the chassis frame may crack at the 90 degree bend.
How to Fix:Dealers will repair the hitch assembly attachment brackets free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2005. Owners may contact coachmen at 1-800-453-6064.
Recall Notes:Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 24, 2005
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