NHTSA Recall 07V483000
NHTSA Campaign Id 07V483000; Date: Oct. 16, 2007
As a result, the potential exists for the spare tire to become detached from the carrier assembly and fall to the road surface. Should the spare tire detach itself from the carrier while the vehicle is in motion, a crash may result.
Recalled Vehicles:
2006 Coachmen Aurora
Component: Tires:temporary/emergency Spare Tire
Manufactured by: Coachmen Rv Company, Llc
Affected Units:: 193
Recall Summary:
On certain motor homes, the spare tire carrier assembly mounted under the rear of the unit is the incorrect model to properly support the spare tire.
How to Fix:
Dealers will install the correct spare tire system and also a secondary mechanical back-up latch. The recall began on December 5, 2007. 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: Dec 5, 2007
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