Defect Description For Recall
Certain Carefree Powerwinch, Model P55000, Folding CaMPIng Trailer (Fct) Winch Installed As Original Equipment For Use On Certain Recreational Vehicles. An Incorrect Material Was Used In The Manufacture Of Cable Shafts On Some Fct Units Produced Between February 1 And August 31, 2007. Under Certain CircuMSTances While The Top Is Being Lifted, If The Winch Is Placed Into A Stall Condition, The Cable Shaft May Break Prior To The Fuse Or Circuit Breaker Tripping.
Make Of Vehicle
CAREFREE POWERWINCH
Model Of Vehicle
P55000
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
07E077000
Component Description
Equipment:Mechanical:Winch
Effect Of Defect
Should The Cable Shaft Break, The Fct Top Could Then Free-Fall Into The Lower Position, Possibly Resulting In Injuries.
Fix Defect
Carefree Is Working With The RV Manufacturers To Notify Owners And The RVs Will Be Repaired Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On October 8, 2007. Owners Should Contact Their RV Manufacturer Or Carefree Of Colorado Customer Service At 1-800-621-2617.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Carefree Of Colorado
Start Of Manufacture
20070201
End Of Manufacture
20070831
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
3992
Date Owners Notified
20081008
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Carefree Of Colorado
Date Report Received
20070919