Defect Description For Recall
Coachmen Is Recalling 961 My 2005-2007 Cross Country, Sportscoach Elite, My 2005-2006 Cross Country Se, And My 2006 Sportscoach Encore Class A Motor Homes Built Using Inline Power Steering Filters, Part No. 14-16829-000. The Filter Can Plug Due To Failure Of The Screen Adhesion To The Filter Housing Causing A Rise In Return Line Pressure. This Can Lead To Hose Separation From The Filter Or Steering Gear Fitting Resulting In A Sudden Loss Of Steering Fluid And Power Assist.
Make Of Vehicle
Coachmen
Model Of Vehicle
CROSS COUNTRY
Year
2007
Recall Campaign Number
08V193000
Component Description
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System
Effect Of Defect
Sudden Loss Of Steering Assist Without Warning Involving A Motor Home Could Be A Problem For Certain Drivers Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Coachmen Is Working With Freightliner To Replace The Affected Filters With A Larger Filter (Please See 07V570). Owners May Contact Freightliner At 1-800-547-0712 Or Coachmen At 1-574-825-5821.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Coachmen RV Company, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20050401
End Of Manufacture
20070531
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
961
Date Owners Notified
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Coachmen RV Company, Llc
Date Report Received
20080428