Recall 99V-082: 1999 Country Coach Allure, 1999 Country Coach Intrigue

COUNTRY COACH INC recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Aug 21, 2000, covering about 131 vehicles.

NHTSA number
99V-082
Report date
Aug 21, 2000
Vehicles affected
131
Owners notified
Aug 15, 2000

The problem

Vehicle description: motor homes equipped with 15" (Widths: 4" and 5") air-actuated q-plus cam brake equipped with federal mogul friction products 3030-197 brake lining (Meritor r201) brake linings and actuated with type 20 air chambers x 5.5" slack adjusters. These assemblies do not fully satisfy the test performance requirements of FMVSS no. 121, "air brake systems."

The risk

This condition could cause decreased braking effort.

The fix

The brake lining will be replaced with upgraded brake linings.

Notes

Owner notification began august 15, 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 (Dynomax chassis service) or meritor at 1-248-435-3907. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerCOUNTRY COACH INC
ComponentService Brakes, Air › Slack Adjusters
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number99V082003

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Country Coach Allure1999All years
Country Coach Intrigue1999All 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 99V-082?

Vehicle description: motor homes equipped with 15" (Widths: 4" and 5") air-actuated q-plus cam brake equipped with federal mogul friction products 3030-197 brake lining (Meritor r201) brake linings and actuated with type 20 air chambers x 5.5" slack adjusters. These assemblies do not fully satisfy the test performance requirements of FMVSS no. 121, "air brake systems."

How is recall 99V-082 fixed?

The brake lining will be replaced with upgraded brake linings.

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.