NHTSA Recall 08V210000
NHTSA Campaign Id 08V210000; Date: May. 8, 2008
If the weld fails, vehicle stability while cornering could be affected resulting in loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in a crash. In addition, the transverse beam could drop to the ground causing sparks that could cause a fire hazard.
Recalled Vehicles:
2008 Country Coach Inspire; 2009 Country Coach Inspire; 2008 Country Coach Tribute
Component: Suspension
Manufactured by: Country Coach Inc
Affected Units:: 26
Recall Summary:
Country coach is recalling 26 my 2008-2009 inspire and my 2008 tribute motor homes equipped with saf-holland adl series rear suspensions. In some instances the transverse beam was not properly welded which could result in a failure of the weld.
How to Fix:
Country coach is working with saf-holland to have a visual inspection of the adl transverse beam performed. If a weld defect is identified, saf-holland will provide a service replacement kit that contains a new transverse beam, all necessary installation hardware, beam replacement, and instructions free of charge (please see 08e031). The recall began on may 20, 2008. Owners may contact saf-holland at 1-231-773-3271 or country coach at 1-800-547-8015.
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: May 20, 2008
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