The problem
A low air pressure warning light located in the driver's instrument cluster fails to activate if the front brake air reservoir system falls below 60 psi. This does not comply with fmvss no.121, "Air brake systems."
The risk
Consequence of non-compliance: low air pressure in the front brake system could lead to decreased vehicle braking performance or cause the emergency brake system to engage without the driver given visual or audible warning.
The fix
Dealers will install a wiring harness which correctly connects the front brake reservoir system low pressure switch to the low air pressure warning light located in the driver's instrument cluster.
Contacts
System: brakes; low air pressure warning devices; fmvss no.121.Vehicle description: class a motorhome built on a spartan chassis. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact fleetwood at 1-909-351-3814. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
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 Fleetwood dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 95V137000.
- 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.