Recalls-Do I Have One & What’s Next
04-22-2016
With more people discovering the joys of owning recreational vehicles, the demand to build these vehicles grows quickly. When demand grows and production is rushed there can be a growing number of recalls. Recalls on RVs and trailers can be as dangerous and costly as any other vehicle, if not more. Being that RVs and trailers have all the parts of a vehicle and all the parts of a home, recalls can become major issues if not taken care of in a timely manner.
How Will I Know?
As soon as it is discovered that there is a recall it is the responsibility of the National Highway Safety Traffic Association to get the word out to the public. There are many other agencies that will also help to get the word out. It is also the responsibility of the coach manufacturer to send out written notifications to all vehicles that are affected by the recall. If the recall is on a certain item in your coach such as a propane tank or a refrigerator, then those would typically be covered by the manufacturer of that part. Once notification has been given, taking your coach in to have the recall preformed is ultimately up to the purchaser.
What Do I Do Now?
Once you know that you have a recall, I would recommend finding an authorized shop that you know is capable of performing the recall needed. Some shops are strictly house work only. This means that if you have a chassis recall you will need to take your coach to a chassis capable shop. If you have trouble finding a shop that you feel secure with, call your coach manufacturer and ask for their recommendation. There are many shops that say they are certified for certain things. It is a good idea to ask if the shop is certified to do your recall and when their certification was last updated.
How Much Will This Recall Cost?
The labor time to perform a coach recall and the parts for that recall will always be covered by the coach manufacturer. If your recall is a specific part that is covered by the manufacturer of that part, parts will be sent out free of charge and the labor will be taken care of by the part manufacturer too. Some service centers may charge the customer upfront and have the manufacturer refund the money to the customer directly. However, this very rarely happens. If you are not able to move your coach, most manufacturers will also cover any service call charges that you receive.
Recalls can be a little nerve-racking for the RV or trailer owner. There is of course the bad news that your coach has a safety issue, but the good news is that the repair is free and can typically be done at a shop of your choosing. Be sure to read a few RV Blogs (hint-hint MobileRVing.com) for the latest news on recalls and all things camping. It is always best to stay informed and do your own recall homework. A couple of the latest RV related recalls are:
• Tiffin Motorhomes: 2016- Suspension Recall
• Forest River Puma: 2016- Suspension and Tire Recall
• Winnebago Towable: 2016- VIN Misprint
• Prevost Cars Inc: 2016- Cooling Line Recall
• Tiffin Motorhomes: 2016- Entry Step Recall
Check out these blogs about RV Repair for more info:
Fixing the Drive
Repairs on the Road
With the Correct Info: Parts Come With Ease
Contact your local dealer, your coach manufacturer, or the N.H.S.T.A. for any information you may need on these or any other recall. Safety first my friends! Happy Trails!Comment
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Author: Tammy Daly
