Carefree Of Colorado | NHTSA Recall #07E077000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 07E077000 by Carefree Of Colorado. Includes 3,992 affected units, FOLDING CAMPING TRAILER WINCH, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 07E077000

Manufacturer: Carefree Of Colorado

Report Received Date: 2007-09-19T00:00:00

Subject: Folding camping trailer winch

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 3,992

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: 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.

Consequence Summary: Should the cable shaft break, the fct top could then free-fall into the lower position, possibly resulting in injuries.

Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 07E077000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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