The problem
On certain fifth wheel travel trailers, the propane hose for the slide room is too long allowing the hose to droop too close to the tire. The propane line may become damaged as a result of contact with the tire.
The risk
A propane leak, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire and/or explosion causing property damage and/or personal injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the propane hose with one of shorter length and will also shorten the hose support to move the hose away from the tire. The recall began on february 1, 2008. Owners may contact keystone rv at 1-866-425-4369.
Contacts
Keystone rv recall no. 08-100. 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 08V037000.
- 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.