Recall 93V-120: 1993 National Dolphin 32-D

NATIONAL RV, INC. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Jul 19, 1993, covering about 95 vehicles.

NHTSA number
93V-120
Report date
Jul 19, 1993
Vehicles affected
95
Owners notified
Jul 7, 1993

The problem

The hinges attaching the wheel carrier to the motorhome can fail, resulting in the wheel and carrier separating from the motorhome.

The risk

Separation of the wheel carrier and wheel can create ahazard to other vehicles in the roadway.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the welds and, if not welded correctly, will either reweld the hinges or bolt the hinges to the angle iron.

Notes

System: equipment; spare tire carrier.vehicle description: motorhomes.notes: until the repair is made, vehicle owners should inspect the wheel carrierunder the front of the chassis to see if the wheel can be rocked on its carrier.if movement is detected, temporary shims should be placed between the wheel andchassis rails to stop the rocking, or remove the spare wheel from the carrieruntil the correction is made.if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed service date,and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable amount of time and free ofcharge or the remedy does not correct the safety-related defect ornoncompliance, please contact the national rv service center at 1-800-995-2558.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safetyhotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

ManufacturerNATIONAL RV, INC.
ComponentEquipment › Mechanical › Carrier/Rack
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number93V120000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
National Dolphin 32-D1993All 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 93V-120?

The hinges attaching the wheel carrier to the motorhome can fail, resulting in the wheel and carrier separating from the motorhome.

How is recall 93V-120 fixed?

Dealers will inspect the welds and, if not welded correctly, will either reweld the hinges or bolt the hinges to the angle iron.

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.