- The problem
- Roadtrek is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 roadtrek 17pc, 17vc, 19pc, 19vc, 21pc, and 21vc model class "b" motorhomes built on gm express van chassis from january 1, 2008 through january 1, 2010. On some motorhomes, the lumbar support wire harness which is between the switch and the lumbar motor may have insulation that is not rated against risk of fire as per specification.
- The risk
- If there was a short in the 12v wire harness, the insulation could then melt or burn creating a source of ignition which could result in a fire.
- The fix
- Roadtrek will notify owners and dealers will replace the wire harness in both the driver side and passenger side front seats as required free of charge. The safety recall began on august 3, 2010. Owners may contact roadtrek service department at 1-888-roadtrek (762-3873) or 1-519-745-1169.
Vehicle safety record
2009 Roadtrek 17PC Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2009 Roadtrek 17PC have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in July 2010 for the seats.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical 17PC year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2009 Roadtrek 17PC recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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No complaints about the 2009 Roadtrek 17PC yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Roadtrek 17PC: every year compared
All 17PC years2009 Roadtrek 17PC vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Roadtrek 17PC | 0 | 1 | C | |
| 2009 Roadtrek Ssaf | 1 | 1 | D | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2009 Roadtrek 17PC
Does the 2009 Roadtrek 17PC have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2009 Roadtrek 17PC: seats (July 2010). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2009 Roadtrek 17PC had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2009 Roadtrek 17PC a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Roadtrek 17PC year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 2009 Roadtrek 17PC has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data