Recall 00V-327: 1998 Country Coach Max
COUNTRY COACH INC recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Oct 17, 2000, covering about 31 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: certain motor homes fail to comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." these vehicles were assigned an inadequate gross vehicle weight rating (Gvwr). Therefore, the tires and rims installed do not comply with the standard, causing premature front tire tread wear or tire failure during normal driving.
The risk
This could lead to a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will remove and replace the tires and rims on these vehicles. In addition, the front coil springs will be removed and replaced with larger coil springs and a taper rear leaf spring added to each side.
Notes
Owner notification began october 23, 2000.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. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | COUNTRY COACH INC |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Other › Labels |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 00V327000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Country Coach Max | 1998 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 00V-327?
Vehicle description: certain motor homes fail to comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." these vehicles were assigned an inadequate gross vehicle weight rating (Gvwr). Therefore, the tires and rims installed do not comply with the standard, causing premature front tire tread wear or tire failure during normal driving.
How is recall 00V-327 fixed?
Dealers will remove and replace the tires and rims on these vehicles. In addition, the front coil springs will be removed and replaced with larger coil springs and a taper rear leaf spring added to each side.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.