- The problem
- Skyline is recalling 83 my 2007-2008 freestyle, rampage and trailrider model 281 recreational vehicles. These vehicles may have had the axle attaching bolts, that attach the axles to the chassis, improperly installed. The clearance between the tires and these attaching bolts on this model require that the head of the attaching bolt be installed on the tire side of the axle hangers and/or shackles.
- The risk
- Drivers may experience tire damage and can cause or contribute to premature tire failure that could result in a loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the axle attaching bolts for correct installation and the back side of the tires for damage from improperly installed axle bolts. Dealers will remove and reinstall the axle mounting bolts with the correct orientation and replace damaged tires free of charge. The recall began on september 11, 2008. Owners may contact skyline at 1-800-733-4250.
Vehicle safety record
2008 Skyline Freestyle Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2008 Skyline Freestyle have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in August 2008 for the axle assembly.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Freestyle year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2008 Skyline Freestyle 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 2008 Skyline Freestyle 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.
Skyline Freestyle: every year compared
All Freestyle years2008 Skyline Freestyle vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Skyline Freestyle | 0 | 1 | C | |
| 2008 Skyline Rampage | 1 | 1 | C | 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 2008 Skyline Freestyle
Does the 2008 Skyline Freestyle have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 Skyline Freestyle: axle assembly (August 2008). 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 2008 Skyline Freestyle had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2008 Skyline Freestyle a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Skyline Freestyle 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 2008 Skyline Freestyle 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