Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #08V628000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V628000 by Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc.. Includes 335 affected units, SPARE TIRE CARRIER/LEFT TAIL LIGHT VISIBILITY, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Roadtrek is recalling 335 my 2006-2008 ss agile and rs adventurous class "b" motor homes built on dodge and freightliner sprinter 2500 van chassis. these motor homes fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the rear hitch mounted spare tire carrier (continental spare tire kit), impedes the full visibility of the left tail light. the drivers of following vehicles may not have full visibility of the left tail lights.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install a supplementary tail light on the fiberglass cover of the spare tire free of charge. the recall began on december 22, 2008. owners may contact roadtrek at 1-888-762-3873.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V628000

Manufacturer: Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2008-12-02T00:00:00

Subject: Spare tire carrier/left tail light visibility

Component: Exterior Lighting

Potentially Affected Units: 335

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Roadtrek is recalling 335 my 2006-2008 ss agile and rs adventurous class "b" motor homes built on dodge and freightliner sprinter 2500 van chassis. these motor homes fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the rear hitch mounted spare tire carrier (continental spare tire kit), impedes the full visibility of the left tail light. the drivers of following vehicles may not have full visibility of the left tail lights.

Consequence Summary: This lack of visibility could result in a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will install a supplementary tail light on the fiberglass cover of the spare tire free of charge. the recall began on december 22, 2008. owners may contact roadtrek at 1-888-762-3873.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-fdce-tv6x-me9h

NHTSA ID: 08V628000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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