- The problem
- Viking rv is recalling 141 my 2008 epic (model 2108st) and sport (model 108st) camping trailers for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, 'Tire selection and rims for motor vehicles." The information provided on the certification and tire information labels denoting the tire size and pressure is incorrect.
- The risk
- This standard specifies requirements for tire selection to prevent tire overloading and for motor home/recreation vehicle trailer load carrying capacity information. A misprinted label would lead to improper vehicle loading specifications or tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the certification and tire information labels with the correct labels. The recall began on october 13, 2008. Owners may contact viking rv at 1-800-368-2829.
Vehicle safety record
2008 Viking Epic Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2008 Viking Epic with NHTSA, most often about the wheels & tires (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in September 2008 for the labels.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Epic year, for its age
#440 most complained-about 2008 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2008 Viking Epic problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2008 Viking Epic 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
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2008 Viking Epic
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ww horse trailer (n/a) equipped with carlisle radial tires, size: st225/75r/15. The contact stated that while the horse trailer was parked, the front and rear driver's side tires blew. The tires were not repaired or diagnosed. The manufacturer was notified of the incident and was informed that the warranty had expired. The approximate failure mileage was 1000 and the tire failure mileage was unknown.
Viking Epic: every year compared
All Epic yearsQuestions about the 2008 Viking Epic
Does the 2008 Viking Epic have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 Viking Epic: labels (September 2008). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Viking Epic?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the wheels & tires (1).
How many complaints has the 2008 Viking Epic had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on August 23, 2013 and the latest on August 23, 2013. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2008 Viking Epic a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Viking Epic 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.
Which Viking Epic years have the most complaints?
2005 (2), 2006 (1), 2008 (1). See every Viking Epic year compared.
What should I do if my 2008 Viking Epic 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