Defect Description For Recall
Vehicle Description: Travel And Folding Trailers Equipped With Dexter Axles. The Wheel Bearings Used In Some Of These Axles Have A Metallurgical Defect Causing Early Failure.
Make Of Vehicle
STARCRAFT
Model Of Vehicle
SHIMERA
Year
1998
Recall Campaign Number
97V190004
Component Description
Suspension:Rear
Effect Of Defect
A Wheel Bearing Failure Could Result In The Loss Of The Wheel End From The Axle Increasing The Risk Of A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Dexter Axle Is ConduCTIng The Notification And Remedy For This Recall. Dealers Will Inspect The Axles And Replace The Wheel Bearings If Necessary.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Starcraft RV, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
19970701
End Of Manufacture
19970731
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
8
Date Owners Notified
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Starcraft Company
Date Report Received
19971208