The problem
Certain fifth wheel trailers may have been manufactured with axle springs that were rated for 4400 lbs. Per axle instead of 52oo lbs.
The risk
The axle springs may fail due to being overloaded if the vehicle is loaded beyond the capacity of the springs.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the axle spring with springs rated at 5200 lbs. Per axle free of charge. The recall began on july 10, 2006. Owners may contact keystone at 1-866-425-4369.
Contacts
Keystone recall no. 06-072. 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 Keystone dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 06V257000.
- 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.