The problem
Certain motor homes fail to comply with requirements of fmvss no. 120, "Tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." These vehicles have an inequitable weight distribution between the front left and right tires on the front axle. This weight inequity can cause the left front tire weight rating to be exceeded.
The risk
This could cause premature front 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.
The fix
Dealers will replace the height control valves and the height control valve configuration reversed to remedy this noncompliance. Owner notification began may 14, 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 country coach at 1-800-452-8015.
Contacts
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Country Coach dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 01V170000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.