The problem
On certain recreational vehicles equipped with vansco vmm 2820 modules, the module could experience an incorrect fault indication on its bi-directional ouputs (19 and 20).
The risk
During this fault condition, there may be a loss of operation of the antilock braking system (abs) light, the cruise control may not engage, or the alternator may not charge the house batteries.
The fix
Dealers will replace these modules. The recall began on october 15, 2004. Owners should contact western rv at 1-866-567-4133.
Contacts
Western rv recall no. Csar 1053. Customers can 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 Western dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 04V372000.
- 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.