Recall 98V-196: 1998–1999 Viking Legend
COACHMEN RV COMPANY recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Aug 25, 1998, covering about 2,000 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: travel trailers. The fan-light appliance can fail (Most commonly involving a failure of the fan motor) which can result in an overload in the coiled power supply wires, which could melt the wires.
The risk
This condition can cause an electrical short, and possibly a fire.
The fix
Owners will be sent a mailer for the return of this fan-light appliance and in turn will be sent two portable lights as replacements. If an owner does not want the two lights as replacements, coachmen is offering reimbursement for the fan/light appliances.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin in september 1998.owners who do not receive the mailer and new replacement lights within a reasonable time should contact coachmen at 1-219-825-5821.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 | COACHMEN RV COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Component | Exterior Lighting |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 98V196001 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Viking Legend | 1998, 1999 | 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 98V-196?
Vehicle description: travel trailers. The fan-light appliance can fail (Most commonly involving a failure of the fan motor) which can result in an overload in the coiled power supply wires, which could melt the wires.
How is recall 98V-196 fixed?
Owners will be sent a mailer for the return of this fan-light appliance and in turn will be sent two portable lights as replacements. If an owner does not want the two lights as replacements, coachmen is offering reimbursement for the fan/light appliances.
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.