Defect Description For Recall
Vehicle Description: Motor Homes. Misalignment Of The Motor Homes’ Front Brake Hoses During Sharp Turning Movements Can Weaken The Hoses Through Rubbing And/Or Chaffing On The Steering Tires Or Components Of The Frame. A Sudden Loss Of Braking On A Steering Wheel Could Occur If The Hose Ruptures, Causing The Motor Home To Pull Sharply To One Side.
Make Of Vehicle
COUNTRY COACH
Model Of Vehicle
AFFINITY
Year
1999
Recall Campaign Number
01V354000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
A Low Air Situation Could Develop And Result In The Application Of The Rear Spring Brakes Resulting In A Sudden Stop Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace And Re-Route The Front Brake Hoses. Owner Notification Began November 26, 2001. Owners Who Take Their Vehicles To An Authorized Dealer On An Agreed Upon Service Date And Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Country Coach At 1-800-452-8015.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Country Coach Inc
Start Of Manufacture
19990201
End Of Manufacture
20010430
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
302
Date Owners Notified
20011126
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Country Coach Inc
Date Report Received
20011115
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
571
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
121