The problem
On certain fifth wheel trailers, the emergency/breakaway brake system wiring was changed.
The risk
If the event the trailer becomes disconnected from the towing vehicle, the emergency/breakaway brake system may not be activated which could result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will modify the current wiring for the brake actuator and add a relay free of charge. The recall began on june 17, 2005. Owners may contact alfa leisure at 1-800-373-3372.
Contacts
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.
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 Alfa dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 05V248000.
- 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.