NHTSA recall 03V134000
Equipment · Coachmen RV Company, LLC
Details
What's wrong: On certain motor homes. The frame extrusion at the base of the kitchen slide room, that serves to maintain the locking mechanism for the slide room, may become loose from the body of the vehicle. When this occurs, the locking mechanism is rendered ineffective and the slide room can open unexpectedly.
Why it matters: Should this occur while the vehicle is in motion, the potential exists for a crash.
The fix: Dealers will install longer self-tapping screws to ensure the extrusion is secured to the steel framing. In addition, "travel locks" that, while in place, prevent the slide room from moving out under any circumstances will be supplied with all units. Owner notification began on April 28, 2003.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2004 Coachmen Mirada, 2003 Coachmen Rendezvous.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 03V134000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.