The problem
Vehicle description: motor homes. Misalignment of the motor homes' front brake hoses during sharp turning movements can weaken the hoses through rubbing and/or chaffing on the steering tires or components of the frame. A sudden loss of braking on a steering wheel could occur if the hose ruptures, causing the motor home to pull sharply to one side.
The risk
A low air situation could develop and result in the application of the rear spring brakes resulting in a sudden stop increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace and re-route the front brake hoses. Owner notification began november 26, 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 01V354000.
- 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.