The problem
On certain travel trailers, the self taping screws that are used to secure the liquid propane (lp) bottle support tray to the trailer frame may fail. The support tray is mounted to the a-frame of the trailer and holds the lp bottles securely in place.
The risk
Should these screws fail, the lp bottles could come loose, disengage from the trailer increasing the risk of a crash. If significant contact were to occur over a period of time, the lp tank or lines could be damaged and potentially leak lp gas, which could result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will repair the lp bottle tray free of charge. The recall began on march 19, 2007. Owners may contact coachmen at 1-800-453-6064.
Contacts
Customers may 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 Coachmen dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 07V084000.
- 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.