Coachmen Freelander (2009) – 10V078000

Defect Description For Recall

Coachmen Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2009-2010 Prism And Freelander Recreational Vehicles Built On 2008 Sprinter Chassis. The Engine Control Module May Not Actuate The Egr Valve Sufficiently To Prevent Soot Accumulation, Resulting In Improper Valve Operation Or Sticking.

Make Of Vehicle

Coachmen

Model Of Vehicle

FREELANDER

Year

2009

Recall Campaign Number

10V078000

Component Description

Engine And Engine Cooling

Effect Of Defect

Improper Valve Operation May Cause Excessive Exhaust Emissions, Illumination Of The MalfunCTIon Indicator Lamp And A Vehicle Limp-In Condition Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.

Fix Defect

Coachmen Is Working With Chrysler To Remedy This Campaign And Will Reprogram The Vehicle’S Engine Control Module Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On January 8, 2010. Owners May Contact Coachmen At 800-453-6064 And Chrysler At 1-800-853-1403.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Coachmen RV Company, Llc

Start Of Manufacture

20081201

End Of Manufacture

20090830

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

11

Date Owners Notified

20100108

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Coachmen RV Company, Llc

Date Report Received

20100304

Make Campaign Number

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard