NHTSA recall 12V087000

Power Train · Coachmen RV Company, LLC

March 5, 2012report date

1,449units affected

Vehicle recalltype

Details

What's wrong: The gear shifterâs cable may break at the attachment to the transmission control selector arm assembly mounted on the steering column. If the cable breaks, the transmission gear indicator in the gear display in the instrument panel will remain in the first gear position regardless of the gear selected.

Why it matters: An incorrect gear indication in the instrument panel may prevent the driver from knowing if they are in park or reverse, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Coachmen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission selector arm assembly and the gear shifterâs cable assembly, free of charge. The safety recall began on March 2, 2012.

Affected vehicles on MotorDeets

All model years NHTSA lists

2012 Coachmen Encounter, 2012 Coachmen Mirada.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 12V087000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.