2008 Roadtrek RS Adventurous recalls and problems

The 2008 Roadtrek RS Adventurous has 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Roadtrek dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2008 Roadtrek RS Adventurous vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2008 Roadtrek RS Adventurous recalls

Recall 08V-628: Exterior Lighting

Reported Dec 2, 2008 · 335 vehicles affected · ROADTREK MOTORHOMES INC.

Problem: Roadtrek is recalling 335 my 2006-2008 ss agile and rs adventurous class "b" motor homes built on dodge and freightliner sprinter 2500 van chassis. These motor homes fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the rear hitch mounted spare tire carrier (Continental spare tire kit), impedes the full visibility of the left tail light. The drivers of following vehicles may not have full visibility of the left tail lights.

Risk: This lack of visibility could result in a crash.

Fix: Dealers will install a supplementary tail light on the fiberglass cover of the spare tire free of charge. The recall began on december 22, 2008. Owners may contact roadtrek at 1-888-762-3873.

2008 Roadtrek RS Adventurous problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Tires1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 128 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2008 Roadtrek RS Adventurous complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Tires · at 128 miles · reported Jul 21, 2012
The pillar sticker placed by roadtrek incorrectly described the tires as lt225/75r16 and recommended tire pressures of 65/80, when in fact the factory tires supplied were lt245/7516 with lower recommended tire pressures (50/65) for the loaded vehicle. Roadtrek placed their sticker (At time of rv conversion) over what I assume to be the partially pealed off (Sprinter/mercedes) factory pillar sticker, which was readable through the roadtrek sticker and indicated a tire size of lt245/75r16. This was only discovered by me last month june 2012, when I had to replace the original factory tires at…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Roadtrek RS Adventurous have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 Roadtrek RS Adventurous: 08V-628 (exterior lighting). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2008 Roadtrek RS Adventurous?

Owners report tires problems most often (1 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 128 miles.

Are Roadtrek recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Roadtrek dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.