The problem
On certain vehicles a bending of the frame may develop near the points of attachment between the undercarriage and vehicle body. This bending may lead to additional damage to interior and exterior structures of the vehicle.
The fix
Dealer will install additional steel plates at the points of undercarriage attachment, reposition existing shock absorbers, and add two more without charge to owner.
Contacts
Vehicle description: trailers, fifth wheel travel (32, 34, 36, and 40 footmodels).System: structure; frame and undercarriage.Consequences of defect: the towing characteristics of the vehicle may beaffected due to reduced clearances between the structure of the vehicle and theground surface and undercarriage. This could result in loss of vehicle controland, possibly, an accident.Note: manufacturer advises that the vehicle should not be operated prior toinspection and correction of the defect.
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 Holiday Rambler dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 80V094000.
- 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.