The problem
Certain travel and fifth wheel trailers were built with incorrectly sized wheels. The incorrect wider rim does not allow proper clearance between the shock absorber, shock brackets, and the tire.
The risk
This reduced clearance may cause the tire to rub on the chassis resulting in tire failure. This failure may result in loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Komfort will replace the wheels and tires of the affected vehicles. The recall began on october 3, 2007. Owners may contact komfort at 1-503 722-5199.
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 Komfort dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 07V271000.
- 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.