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Safety recall · 85V126000

Suspension: rear Sunrader recall

SUNRADER,INC. reported this recall to NHTSA on October 11, 1985. It covers about 8 vehicles across 2 model years listed below. The repair is free.

Check my VIN at NHTSAAffected vehicles
Campaign
85V126000
Reported
Oct 11, 1985
Vehicles
8
Area
Suspension

The problem

Motorhomes exceed the load carrying capacity of the s10 chassis due to inadequate sized rear axles and axle bearings. Consequence of defect: failure of rear axle and bearing due to overload, also possible loss of rear wheels which could result in an accident.

The fix

Replace rear axle and bearing with proper size for rated load.

Contacts

System: rear suspension. Vehicle description: motorhomes built on chevrolet s10 truck chassis.

What to do

  1. 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.
  2. Call a dealer. Any authorized Sunrader dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 85V126000.
  3. Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
  4. Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicles covered

VehicleComplaintsRecallsGrade
1982 Sunrader Sunrader11D
1983 Sunrader Sunrader01C

Questions

Is the 85V126000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. SUNRADER,INC.'s dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 85V126000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 85V126000 announced?

SUNRADER,INC. reported it to NHTSA on October 11, 1985. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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