Recall 03V-059: 2001–2002 National RV Dolphin, 2002 National RV Dolphin LX and 6 more
NATIONAL RV INC. recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Feb 21, 2003, covering about 2,761 vehicles.
The problem
Certain motor home chassis fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems." the brake system warning indicator may not function as required by standard.
The risk
In some of the affected vehicles, the brake system warning indicator will not illuminate when the ignition is in the start position or for a low brake fluid condition, if the body builder relied solely upon ford's ivm compliance statement for the brake system warning indicator.
The fix
Dealers will reposition a light bult from one socket to another, and reattach a wire from one connector to another. Owner notification began september 2, 2003. Owners should contact national rv at 1-800-439-3653. The national highway traffic safety administration (Nhtsa), an agency of the united states department of transportation, has been notified that national rv, inc. And its holding company, national rv holdings, inc., have filed for bankruptcy. Nhtsa has been advised that owners who wish to pursue claims related to safety recall repair work on their national rv vehicles may file a proof of claim with the united states bankruptcy court for the central district of california, riverside division. The case number assigned to this matter is 07-17941. The proof of claim form and instructions are available online at the court's website <a href=http://www.cacb.uscourts.gov>http://www.cacb.uscourts.gov</a> . Additional information about the bankruptcy and its proceedings may also be found at <a href=http://www.omnimgt.com/nationalrv>http://www.omnimgt.com/nationalrv</a> . National rv's phone number is (951) 943-6007. Information about safety recalls on national rv's products may be found at www.safercar.gov. The NHTSA wishes to advise owners of recalled products that, in the interests of their safety and the safety of the motoring public, all safety recall work should be performed on motor vehicles and items of equipment.
Notes
Customers can 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 | NATIONAL RV INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Brake Fluid Low Warning › Lamp |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 03V059000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| National RV Dolphin | 2001, 2002 | All years |
| National RV Dolphin LX | 2002 | All years |
| National RV Seabreeze | 2001, 2003, 2004 | All years |
| National RV Seabreeze LX | 2001, 2002, 2003 | All years |
| National RV Seabreeze SB | 2001, 2002, 2003 | All years |
| National RV Seaview | 2001 | All years |
| National RV Surfside | 2001 | All years |
| National RV Tropi-CAL | 2000, 2001 | 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 03V-059?
Certain motor home chassis fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems." the brake system warning indicator may not function as required by standard.
How is recall 03V-059 fixed?
Dealers will reposition a light bult from one socket to another, and reattach a wire from one connector to another. Owner notification began september 2, 2003. Owners should contact national rv at 1-800-439-3653. The national highway traffic safety administration (Nhtsa), an agency of the united states department of transportation, has been notified that national rv, inc. And its holding company, national rv holdings, inc., have filed for bankruptcy. Nhtsa has been advised that owners who wish to pursue claims related to safety recall repair work on their national rv vehicles may file a proof of claim with the united states bankruptcy court for the central district of california, riverside division. The case number assigned to this matter is 07-17941. The proof of claim form and instructions are available online at the court's website http://www.cacb.uscourts.gov . Additional information about the bankruptcy and its proceedings may also be found at http://www.omnimgt.com/nationalrv . National rv's phone number is (951) 943-6007. Information about safety recalls on national rv's products may be found at www.safercar.gov. The NHTSA wishes to advise owners of recalled products that, in the interests of their safety and the safety of the motoring public, all safety recall work should be performed on motor vehicles and items of equipment.
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.