Recall 91V-059: 1984–1986 Coachmen Coachmen, 1984–1986 Coachmen MRV and 2 more
COACHMEN RV COMPANY recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Apr 12, 1991, covering about 967 vehicles.
The problem
Rear axle bearings may fail due to a bending moment created by the aftermarket dual rear wheels from a variety of factors and especially when overloaded. Failure of the bearings create stresses on the rear axle, resulting in the breakage of the axle.
The risk
A broken axle will cause separation of the dual rearwheel assembly from the motorhome, causing loss of control which could result an accident.
The fix
Replace rear axle assemblies with full-floating rear axle assemblies. Also, literature will be circulated cautioning vehicle owners not to overload the micro-mini motorhomes.
Notes
System: rear axle; single axle with dual rear wheels.vehicle description: micro-mini motorhomes built on toyota camper cab-chassisequipped with aftermarket dual rear wheels on rear axle designed for singlewheels.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | COACHMEN RV COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Component | Power Train › Axle Assembly |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 91V059000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Coachmen Coachmen | 1984, 1985, 1986 | All years |
| Coachmen MRV | 1984, 1985, 1986 | All years |
| Coachmen Shasta | 1984, 1985, 1986 | All years |
| Coachmen Travelmaster | 1984, 1985, 1986 | 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 91V-059?
Rear axle bearings may fail due to a bending moment created by the aftermarket dual rear wheels from a variety of factors and especially when overloaded. Failure of the bearings create stresses on the rear axle, resulting in the breakage of the axle.
How is recall 91V-059 fixed?
Replace rear axle assemblies with full-floating rear axle assemblies. Also, literature will be circulated cautioning vehicle owners not to overload the micro-mini motorhomes.
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.