NHTSA RECALLS August 3-12 2004

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Make : BRITAX Model : MARATHON Build Dates : AUG 02, 2002 - JUL 23, 2004 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04C002000 Recall Date : AUG 04, 2004 Component: CHILD SEAT:TETHER/HARNESS Potential Number Of Units Affected : 355516 Summary: BRITAX MARATHON, WIZARD, HUSKY, AND TRAVELLER PLUS CHILD RESTRAINTS. THE A-LOK ADJUSTER ASSEMBLY CAN ALLOW SLIPPAGE OF THE WEBBING RESULTING IN LOOSENING OF THE HARNESS STRAPS. Consequence: IF SLIPPAGE WERE TO OCCUR IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE CHILD COULD MOVE TOO FAR FORWARD, POSSIBLY INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY. Remedy: REGISTERED OWNERS WILL BE NOTIFIED OF THIS CONDITION ON OR ABOUT AUGUST 11, 2004, ALONG WITH INSTRUCTIONS TO CHECK FOR SLIPPAGE AFTER EVERY USE. IF SLIPPAGE IS OCCURRING BEFORE REPLACEMENT STRAPS CAN BE MAILED, THE USE OF THE RESTRAINT SHOULD BE STOPPED AND CUSTOMERS SHOULD CONTACT BRITAX AT 1-800-683-2045 FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE. REGISTERED OWNERS WILL RECEIVE A REPLACEMENT ADJUSTER STRAP BY SEPTEMBER 30, 2004. Notes: ALSO, CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : BRITAX Model : TRAVELLER PLUS Build Dates : DEC 02, 2003 - JUL 23, 2004 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04C002000 Recall Date : AUG 04, 2004 Component: CHILD SEAT:TETHER/HARNESS Potential Number Of Units Affected : 355516 Summary: BRITAX MARATHON, WIZARD, HUSKY, AND TRAVELLER PLUS CHILD RESTRAINTS. THE A-LOK ADJUSTER ASSEMBLY CAN ALLOW SLIPPAGE OF THE WEBBING RESULTING IN LOOSENING OF THE HARNESS STRAPS. Consequence: IF SLIPPAGE WERE TO OCCUR IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE CHILD COULD MOVE TOO FAR FORWARD, POSSIBLY INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY. Remedy: REGISTERED OWNERS WILL BE NOTIFIED OF THIS CONDITION ON OR ABOUT AUGUST 11, 2004, ALONG WITH INSTRUCTIONS TO CHECK FOR SLIPPAGE AFTER EVERY USE. IF SLIPPAGE IS OCCURRING BEFORE REPLACEMENT STRAPS CAN BE MAILED, THE USE OF THE RESTRAINT SHOULD BE STOPPED AND CUSTOMERS SHOULD CONTACT BRITAX AT 1-800-683-2045 FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE. REGISTERED OWNERS WILL RECEIVE A REPLACEMENT ADJUSTER STRAP BY SEPTEMBER 30, 2004. Notes: ALSO, CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : BRITAX Model : WIZARD Build Dates : JUL 16, 2003 - JUL 23, 2004 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04C002000 Recall Date : AUG 04, 2004 Component: CHILD SEAT:TETHER/HARNESS Potential Number Of Units Affected : 355516 Summary: BRITAX MARATHON, WIZARD, HUSKY, AND TRAVELLER PLUS CHILD RESTRAINTS. THE A-LOK ADJUSTER ASSEMBLY CAN ALLOW SLIPPAGE OF THE WEBBING RESULTING IN LOOSENING OF THE HARNESS STRAPS. Consequence: IF SLIPPAGE WERE TO OCCUR IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE CHILD COULD MOVE TOO FAR FORWARD, POSSIBLY INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY. Remedy: REGISTERED OWNERS WILL BE NOTIFIED OF THIS CONDITION ON OR ABOUT AUGUST 11, 2004, ALONG WITH INSTRUCTIONS TO CHECK FOR SLIPPAGE AFTER EVERY USE. IF SLIPPAGE IS OCCURRING BEFORE REPLACEMENT STRAPS CAN BE MAILED, THE USE OF THE RESTRAINT SHOULD BE STOPPED AND CUSTOMERS SHOULD CONTACT BRITAX AT 1-800-683-2045 FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE. REGISTERED OWNERS WILL RECEIVE A REPLACEMENT ADJUSTER STRAP BY SEPTEMBER 30, 2004. Notes: ALSO, CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : BRITAX Model : HUSKY Build Dates : OCT 11, 2002 - JUL 23, 2004 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04C002000 Recall Date : AUG 04, 2004 Component: CHILD SEAT:TETHER/HARNESS Potential Number Of Units Affected : 355516 Summary: BRITAX MARATHON, WIZARD, HUSKY, AND TRAVELLER PLUS CHILD RESTRAINTS. THE A-LOK ADJUSTER ASSEMBLY CAN ALLOW SLIPPAGE OF THE WEBBING RESULTING IN LOOSENING OF THE HARNESS STRAPS. Consequence: IF SLIPPAGE WERE TO OCCUR IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE CHILD COULD MOVE TOO FAR FORWARD, POSSIBLY INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY. Remedy: REGISTERED OWNERS WILL BE NOTIFIED OF THIS CONDITION ON OR ABOUT AUGUST 11, 2004, ALONG WITH INSTRUCTIONS TO CHECK FOR SLIPPAGE AFTER EVERY USE. IF SLIPPAGE IS OCCURRING BEFORE REPLACEMENT STRAPS CAN BE MAILED, THE USE OF THE RESTRAINT SHOULD BE STOPPED AND CUSTOMERS SHOULD CONTACT BRITAX AT 1-800-683-2045 FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE. REGISTERED OWNERS WILL RECEIVE A REPLACEMENT ADJUSTER STRAP BY SEPTEMBER 30, 2004. Notes: ALSO, CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : CATERPILLAR Model : 3126E Build Dates : Information not Available NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04E054000 Recall Date : AUG 05, 2004 Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM Potential Number Of Units Affected : 2309 Summary: CATERPILLAR 2003 MY 3126E ENGINES WITH CONVERTER MUFFLERS WITH WELDS ADDED TO THE STRAPS THAT SUPPORT THE CONVERTER MUFFLERS TO THE CHASSIS. THESE WELDS ARE CAUSING THE STRAPS TO FAIL. Consequence: WHEN THE STRAPS FAIL, THE MUFFLER CAN DROP TO THE GROUND, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN INJURY. Remedy: CATERPILLAR WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS TO TAKE THEIR VEHICLE TO A CATERPILLER ENGINE REPAIR FACILITY TO HAVE THE CONVERTER MUFFLER STRAPS REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING AUGUST 2004. 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 CATERPILLER AT 309-675-6496. Notes: ALSO, CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : HIDDEN HITCH Model : TRAILER HITCH Build Dates : FEB 01, 2002 - APR 16, 2004 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04E056000 Recall Date : AUG 03, 2004 Component: EQUIPMENT Potential Number Of Units Affected : 3193 Summary: CEQUENT AFTERMARKET HIDDEN HITCH BRAND TRAILER HITCHES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN FEBRUARY 1, 2002, AND MARCH 16, 2004, FOR USE EXCLUSIVELY ON NISSAN MY 2002-2004 FRONTIER PICK-UP TRUCKS. WITH CONTINUED USE, LOAD FORCES MAY CAUSE THE SIDE BRACKET OF THE HITCH TO FATIGUE AND EVENTUALLY BREAK, POSSIBLY ALLOWING THE TOWED UNIT TO SEPARATE FROM THE TOWING VEHICLE. Consequence: SHOULD THE TOWED VEHICLE SEPARATE FROM THE TOWING VEHICLE, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR POSSIBLY DEATH. Remedy: CEQEUNT WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE TRAILER HITCHES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING AUGUST 2004. OWNERS WHO TAKE DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CEQUENT AT 734-656-3041. Notes: THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET HIDDEN HITCH BRAND TRAILER HITCHES AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON 2002-2004 NISSAN FRONTIER PICK-UP TRUCKS BY NISSAN. ALSO, CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : MASTERLOCK Model : 2806 DAT Build Dates : Information not Available NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04E057000 Recall Date : AUG 05, 2004 Component: EQUIPMENT Potential Number Of Units Affected : 52170 Summary: MASTERLOCH INTERCHANGEABLE HITCH BALLS, P/NOS. 2806 DAT, 2807 DAT, AND 2867 DAT. Consequence: MASTERLOCK HAS NOT YET PROVIDED THE AGENCY WITH A DESCRIPTION OF THE CONSEQUENCE AS IT RELATES TO MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY. Remedy: MASTER LOCK WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE THE HITCH BALL FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING AUGUST 2004. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT MASTERLOCK AT 414-766-6224. Notes: ALSO, CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : MASTERLOCK Model : 2807 DAT Build Dates : Information not Available NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04E057000 Recall Date : AUG 05, 2004 Component: EQUIPMENT Potential Number Of Units Affected : 52170 Summary: MASTERLOCH INTERCHANGEABLE HITCH BALLS, P/NOS. 2806 DAT, 2807 DAT, AND 2867 DAT. Consequence: MASTERLOCK HAS NOT YET PROVIDED THE AGENCY WITH A DESCRIPTION OF THE CONSEQUENCE AS IT RELATES TO MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY. Remedy: MASTER LOCK WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE THE HITCH BALL FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING AUGUST 2004. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT MASTERLOCK AT 414-766-6224. Notes: ALSO, CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : MASTERLOCK Model : 2867 DAT Build Dates : Information not Available NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04E057000 Recall Date : AUG 05, 2004 Component: EQUIPMENT Potential Number Of Units Affected : 52170 Summary: MASTERLOCH INTERCHANGEABLE HITCH BALLS, P/NOS. 2806 DAT, 2807 DAT, AND 2867 DAT. Consequence: MASTERLOCK HAS NOT YET PROVIDED THE AGENCY WITH A DESCRIPTION OF THE CONSEQUENCE AS IT RELATES TO MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY. Remedy: MASTER LOCK WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE THE HITCH BALL FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING AUGUST 2004. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT MASTERLOCK AT 414-766-6224. Notes: ALSO, CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : MASTERLOCK Model : HITCH BALL Build Dates : Information not Available NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04E057000 Recall Date : AUG 05, 2004 Component: EQUIPMENT Potential Number Of Units Affected : 52170 Summary: MASTERLOCH INTERCHANGEABLE HITCH BALLS, P/NOS. 2806 DAT, 2807 DAT, AND 2867 DAT. Consequence: MASTERLOCK HAS NOT YET PROVIDED THE AGENCY WITH A DESCRIPTION OF THE CONSEQUENCE AS IT RELATES TO MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY. Remedy: MASTER LOCK WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE THE HITCH BALL FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING AUGUST 2004. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT MASTERLOCK AT 414-766-6224. Notes: ALSO, CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : BUICK Model : CENTURY Year : 1999 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V375000 Recall Date : AUG 06, 2004 Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS Potential Number Of Units Affected : 199793 Summary: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES DO NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." SOME OF THESE VEHICLES DO NOT MEET THE OVERHEAD SIGN ILLUMINATION REQUIREMENTS. Consequence: LESS ILLUMINATION MAY REDUCE THE ABILITY OF THE DRIVER TO READ OVERHEAD SIGNS WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT. Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW LOW BEAM HEADLAMP BULBS IN BOTH OF THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING SEPTEMBER 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080. NOTE: IF THE BULB NEEDS REPLACEMENT IN THE FUTURE, GM BULB NUMBER 89024715 IS AVAILABLE FROM A DEALER, OR THE EQUIVALENT SYLVANIA BULB IS 9006HP, WITH ORANGE LETTERING ON THE BULB. Notes: GM RECALL NO. 04052. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : BUICK Model : REGAL Year : 1999 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V375000 Recall Date : AUG 06, 2004 Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS Potential Number Of Units Affected : 199793 Summary: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES DO NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." SOME OF THESE VEHICLES DO NOT MEET THE OVERHEAD SIGN ILLUMINATION REQUIREMENTS. Consequence: LESS ILLUMINATION MAY REDUCE THE ABILITY OF THE DRIVER TO READ OVERHEAD SIGNS WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT. Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW LOW BEAM HEADLAMP BULBS IN BOTH OF THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING SEPTEMBER 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080. NOTE: IF THE BULB NEEDS REPLACEMENT IN THE FUTURE, GM BULB NUMBER 89024715 IS AVAILABLE FROM A DEALER, OR THE EQUIVALENT SYLVANIA BULB IS 9006HP, WITH ORANGE LETTERING ON THE BULB. Notes: GM RECALL NO. 04052. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : POLAR Model : TRAILER Year : 2002 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V382000 Recall Date : AUG 03, 2004 Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT Potential Number Of Units Affected : 1 Summary: ONE (1) TANK TRAILER, VIN NUMBER 1PM53432021025056, EQUIPPED WITH BENDIX EC-30T ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU), THE HIGH SIDE POWER SWITCH INSIDE THE ECU THAT CONTROLS THE ILLUMINATION OF THE TRAILER-MOUNTED ABS WARNING LAMP MAY EVENTUALLY BECOME THERMALLY STRESSED AND EXPERIENCE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT. Consequence: IF THE POWER SWITCH SHORTS IT CAN RESULT IN AN OVER-CURRENT CONDITION IN THE ECU AND LEAD TO EXCESSIVE HEAT, SMOKE, AND POSSIBLE FIRE. Remedy: BENDIX WILL REPLACE THE EC-30T ECU WITH ANOTHER UNIT. THE OWNER SHOULD CONTACT BENDIX AT 1-800-478-1793. Notes: CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : TIFFIN Model : ALLEGRO Year : 2004 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V383000 Recall Date : AUG 03, 2004 Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY Potential Number Of Units Affected : 1662 Summary: THE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE LOOP LOAD REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209. “SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES.” Consequence: THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE MAY UNLATCH IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PERSONAL INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT. Remedy: AMSAFE WILL REPLACE THE BUCKLES. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT AMSAFE AT 574-266-8330 OR TIFFIN AT 1-256-356-8661. Notes: CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : TIFFIN Model : ALLEGRO Year : 2005 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V383000 Recall Date : AUG 03, 2004 Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY Potential Number Of Units Affected : 1662 Summary: THE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE LOOP LOAD REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209. “SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES.” Consequence: THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE MAY UNLATCH IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PERSONAL INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT. Remedy: AMSAFE WILL REPLACE THE BUCKLES. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT AMSAFE AT 574-266-8330 OR TIFFIN AT 1-256-356-8661. Notes: CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : TIFFIN Model : BAY Year : 2004 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V383000 Recall Date : AUG 03, 2004 Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY Potential Number Of Units Affected : 1662 Summary: THE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE LOOP LOAD REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209. “SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES.” Consequence: THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE MAY UNLATCH IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PERSONAL INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT. Remedy: AMSAFE WILL REPLACE THE BUCKLES. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT AMSAFE AT 574-266-8330 OR TIFFIN AT 1-256-356-8661. Notes: CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : TIFFIN Model : BAY Year : 2005 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V383000 Recall Date : AUG 03, 2004 Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY Potential Number Of Units Affected : 1662 Summary: THE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE LOOP LOAD REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209. “SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES.” Consequence: THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE MAY UNLATCH IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PERSONAL INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT. Remedy: AMSAFE WILL REPLACE THE BUCKLES. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT AMSAFE AT 574-266-8330 OR TIFFIN AT 1-256-356-8661. Notes: CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : TIFFIN Model : BUS Year : 2004 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V383000 Recall Date : AUG 03, 2004 Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY Potential Number Of Units Affected : 1662 Summary: THE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE LOOP LOAD REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209. “SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES.” Consequence: THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE MAY UNLATCH IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PERSONAL INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT. Remedy: AMSAFE WILL REPLACE THE BUCKLES. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT AMSAFE AT 574-266-8330 OR TIFFIN AT 1-256-356-8661. Notes: CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : TIFFIN Model : BUS Year : 2005 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V383000 Recall Date : AUG 03, 2004 Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY Potential Number Of Units Affected : 1662 Summary: THE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE LOOP LOAD REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209. “SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES.” Consequence: THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE MAY UNLATCH IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PERSONAL INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT. Remedy: AMSAFE WILL REPLACE THE BUCKLES. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT AMSAFE AT 574-266-8330 OR TIFFIN AT 1-256-356-8661. Notes: CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : TIFFIN Model : PHAETON Year : 2004 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V383000 Recall Date : AUG 03, 2004 Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY Potential Number Of Units Affected : 1662 Summary: THE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE LOOP LOAD REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209. “SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES.” Consequence: THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE MAY UNLATCH IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PERSONAL INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT. Remedy: AMSAFE WILL REPLACE THE BUCKLES. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT AMSAFE AT 574-266-8330 OR TIFFIN AT 1-256-356-8661. Notes: CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : TIFFIN Model : PHAETON Year : 2005 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V383000 Recall Date : AUG 03, 2004 Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY Potential Number Of Units Affected : 1662 Summary: THE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE LOOP LOAD REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209. “SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES.” Consequence: THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE MAY UNLATCH IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PERSONAL INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT. Remedy: AMSAFE WILL REPLACE THE BUCKLES. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT AMSAFE AT 574-266-8330 OR TIFFIN AT 1-256-356-8661. Notes: CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : TIFFIN Model : ZEPHYR Year : 2005 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V383000 Recall Date : AUG 03, 2004 Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY Potential Number Of Units Affected : 1662 Summary: THE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE LOOP LOAD REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209. “SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES.” Consequence: THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE MAY UNLATCH IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PERSONAL INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT. Remedy: AMSAFE WILL REPLACE THE BUCKLES. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT AMSAFE AT 574-266-8330 OR TIFFIN AT 1-256-356-8661. Notes: CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : DODGE Model : RAM Year : 2004 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V385000 Recall Date : AUG 03, 2004 Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR Potential Number Of Units Affected : 2261 Summary: ON CERTAIN PICK-UP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 4.7L ENGINES, THE GENERATOR WIRING HARNESS MAY SHORT CIRCUIT DUE TO CONTACT WITH A VALVE COVER STUD. Consequence: A SHORT CIRCUIT IN THE GENERATOR HARNESS CAN CAUSE AN UNDER HOOD FIRE. Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE ALTERNATOR WIRING INSULATION FOR DAMAGE AND REPAIR AND ADD A TIE-STRAP CLIP TO THE VALVE COVER STUD TO RETAIN THE WIRING. THIS RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 13, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403. Notes: RECALL NO. D34. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : CHRYSLER Model : TOWN AND COUNTRY Year : 2002 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V386000 Recall Date : AUG 03, 2004 Component: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS Potential Number Of Units Affected : 681000 Summary: ON CERTAIN MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH 3.3 OR 3.8L V-6 ENGINE, THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE MAY SPLIT AND CAUSE A FLUID LEAK. Consequence: POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN AN UNDER HOOD FIRE. Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE. THIS RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN IN SEPTEMBER 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403. Notes: RECALL NO. D37. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : CHRYSLER Model : TOWN AND COUNTRY Year : 2003 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V386000 Recall Date : AUG 03, 2004 Component: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS Potential Number Of Units Affected : 681000 Summary: ON CERTAIN MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH 3.3 OR 3.8L V-6 ENGINE, THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE MAY SPLIT AND CAUSE A FLUID LEAK. Consequence: POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN AN UNDER HOOD FIRE. Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE. THIS RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN IN SEPTEMBER 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403. Notes: RECALL NO. D37. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : CHRYSLER Model : TOWN AND COUNTRY Year : 2004 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V386000 Recall Date : AUG 03, 2004 Component: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS Potential Number Of Units Affected : 681000 Summary: ON CERTAIN MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH 3.3 OR 3.8L V-6 ENGINE, THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE MAY SPLIT AND CAUSE A FLUID LEAK. Consequence: POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN AN UNDER HOOD FIRE. Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE. THIS RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN IN SEPTEMBER 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403. Notes: RECALL NO. D37. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : CHRYSLER Model : VOYAGER Year : 2002 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V386000 Recall Date : AUG 03, 2004 Component: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS Potential Number Of Units Affected : 681000 Summary: ON CERTAIN MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH 3.3 OR 3.8L V-6 ENGINE, THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE MAY SPLIT AND CAUSE A FLUID LEAK. Consequence: POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN AN UNDER HOOD FIRE. Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE. THIS RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN IN SEPTEMBER 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403. Notes: RECALL NO. D37. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : CHRYSLER Model : VOYAGER Year : 2003 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V386000 Recall Date : AUG 03, 2004 Component: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS Potential Number Of Units Affected : 681000 Summary: ON CERTAIN MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH 3.3 OR 3.8L V-6 ENGINE, THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE MAY SPLIT AND CAUSE A FLUID LEAK. Consequence: POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN AN UNDER HOOD FIRE. Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE. THIS RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN IN SEPTEMBER 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403. Notes: RECALL NO. D37. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : CHRYSLER Model : VOYAGER Year : 2004 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V386000 Recall Date : AUG 03, 2004 Component: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS Potential Number Of Units Affected : 681000 Summary: ON CERTAIN MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH 3.3 OR 3.8L V-6 ENGINE, THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE MAY SPLIT AND CAUSE A FLUID LEAK. Consequence: POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN AN UNDER HOOD FIRE. Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE. THIS RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN IN SEPTEMBER 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403. Notes: RECALL NO. D37. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : DODGE Model : CARAVAN Year : 2002 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V386000 Recall Date : AUG 03, 2004 Component: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS Potential Number Of Units Affected : 681000 Summary: ON CERTAIN MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH 3.3 OR 3.8L V-6 ENGINE, THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE MAY SPLIT AND CAUSE A FLUID LEAK. Consequence: POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN AN UNDER HOOD FIRE. Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE. THIS RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN IN SEPTEMBER 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403. Notes: RECALL NO. D37. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : DODGE Model : CARAVAN Year : 2003 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V386000 Recall Date : AUG 03, 2004 Component: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS Potential Number Of Units Affected : 681000 Summary: ON CERTAIN MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH 3.3 OR 3.8L V-6 ENGINE, THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE MAY SPLIT AND CAUSE A FLUID LEAK. Consequence: POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN AN UNDER HOOD FIRE. Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE. THIS RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN IN SEPTEMBER 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403. Notes: RECALL NO. D37. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : DODGE Model : CARAVAN Year : 2004 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V386000 Recall Date : AUG 03, 2004 Component: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS Potential Number Of Units Affected : 681000 Summary: ON CERTAIN MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH 3.3 OR 3.8L V-6 ENGINE, THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE MAY SPLIT AND CAUSE A FLUID LEAK. Consequence: POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN AN UNDER HOOD FIRE. Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE. THIS RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN IN SEPTEMBER 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403. Notes: RECALL NO. D37. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : DODGE Model : GRAND CARAVAN Year : 2002 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V386000 Recall Date : AUG 03, 2004 Component: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS Potential Number Of Units Affected : 681000 Summary: ON CERTAIN MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH 3.3 OR 3.8L V-6 ENGINE, THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE MAY SPLIT AND CAUSE A FLUID LEAK. Consequence: POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN AN UNDER HOOD FIRE. Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE. THIS RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN IN SEPTEMBER 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403. Notes: RECALL NO. D37. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : DODGE Model : GRAND CARAVAN Year : 2003 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V386000 Recall Date : AUG 03, 2004 Component: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS Potential Number Of Units Affected : 681000 Summary: ON CERTAIN MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH 3.3 OR 3.8L V-6 ENGINE, THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE MAY SPLIT AND CAUSE A FLUID LEAK. Consequence: POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN AN UNDER HOOD FIRE. Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE. THIS RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN IN SEPTEMBER 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403. Notes: RECALL NO. D37. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : DODGE Model : GRAND CARAVAN Year : 2004 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V386000 Recall Date : AUG 03, 2004 Component: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS Potential Number Of Units Affected : 681000 Summary: ON CERTAIN MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH 3.3 OR 3.8L V-6 ENGINE, THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE MAY SPLIT AND CAUSE A FLUID LEAK. Consequence: POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN AN UNDER HOOD FIRE. Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE. THIS RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN IN SEPTEMBER 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403. Notes: RECALL NO. D37. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : HONDA Model : CBR600RR Year : 2004 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V387000 Recall Date : AUG 03, 2004 Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES Potential Number Of Units Affected : 22000 Summary: ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, THE REAR BRAKE LINKAGE IS SUSCEPTIBLE TO CORROSION WHICH CAN CAUSE BINDING AND ROUGH BRAKE OPERATION. AS CORROSION INCREASES, IT CAN CAUSE A STICKING PEDAL OR REQUIRE HIGH BRAKE PEDAL EFFORT. Consequence: LINKAGE COULD BREAK RESULTING IN A LOSS OF REAR BRAKE FUNCTION WHICH COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH. Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SPHERICAL ROD END AND ASSOCIATED PARTS. THIS RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN IN SEPTEMBER 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009. Notes: RECALL NO. P40. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : HONDA Model : CBR600RR Year : 2003 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V387000 Recall Date : AUG 03, 2004 Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES Potential Number Of Units Affected : 22000 Summary: ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, THE REAR BRAKE LINKAGE IS SUSCEPTIBLE TO CORROSION WHICH CAN CAUSE BINDING AND ROUGH BRAKE OPERATION. AS CORROSION INCREASES, IT CAN CAUSE A STICKING PEDAL OR REQUIRE HIGH BRAKE PEDAL EFFORT. Consequence: LINKAGE COULD BREAK RESULTING IN A LOSS OF REAR BRAKE FUNCTION WHICH COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH. Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SPHERICAL ROD END AND ASSOCIATED PARTS. THIS RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN IN SEPTEMBER 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009. Notes: RECALL NO. P40. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : AUTOCAR Model : WX Year : 2003 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V390000 Recall Date : AUG 06, 2004 Component: WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS Potential Number Of Units Affected : 33 Summary: ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, SHORTER WHEEL STUDS MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED. THESE STUDS MAY NOT BE ABLE TO RETAIN THE WHEEL NUT TORQUE AND COULD LOOSEN ALLOWING THE LOSS OF A WHEEL. Consequence: IF A VEHICLE LOSES A WHEEL WHILE TRAVELING DOWN A ROADWAY, A CRASH COULD OCCUR, PROPERTY DAMAGE TO FOLLOWING VEHICLES OR PERSONAL INJURY TO PERSONS OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR AXLE WHEEL STUDS. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT AUTOCAR AT 1-765-489-5499. Notes: AUTOCAR RECALL NO. A-0401. CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : AUTOCAR Model : WX Year : 2004 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V390000 Recall Date : AUG 06, 2004 Component: WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS Potential Number Of Units Affected : 33 Summary: ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, SHORTER WHEEL STUDS MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED. THESE STUDS MAY NOT BE ABLE TO RETAIN THE WHEEL NUT TORQUE AND COULD LOOSEN ALLOWING THE LOSS OF A WHEEL. Consequence: IF A VEHICLE LOSES A WHEEL WHILE TRAVELING DOWN A ROADWAY, A CRASH COULD OCCUR, PROPERTY DAMAGE TO FOLLOWING VEHICLES OR PERSONAL INJURY TO PERSONS OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR AXLE WHEEL STUDS. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT AUTOCAR AT 1-765-489-5499. Notes: AUTOCAR RECALL NO. A-0401. CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : AUTOCAR Model : WXLL Year : 2003 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V390000 Recall Date : AUG 06, 2004 Component: WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS Potential Number Of Units Affected : 33 Summary: ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, SHORTER WHEEL STUDS MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED. THESE STUDS MAY NOT BE ABLE TO RETAIN THE WHEEL NUT TORQUE AND COULD LOOSEN ALLOWING THE LOSS OF A WHEEL. Consequence: IF A VEHICLE LOSES A WHEEL WHILE TRAVELING DOWN A ROADWAY, A CRASH COULD OCCUR, PROPERTY DAMAGE TO FOLLOWING VEHICLES OR PERSONAL INJURY TO PERSONS OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR AXLE WHEEL STUDS. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT AUTOCAR AT 1-765-489-5499. Notes: AUTOCAR RECALL NO. A-0401. CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : AUTOCAR Model : WXLL Year : 2004 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V390000 Recall Date : AUG 06, 2004 Component: WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS Potential Number Of Units Affected : 33 Summary: ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, SHORTER WHEEL STUDS MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED. THESE STUDS MAY NOT BE ABLE TO RETAIN THE WHEEL NUT TORQUE AND COULD LOOSEN ALLOWING THE LOSS OF A WHEEL. Consequence: IF A VEHICLE LOSES A WHEEL WHILE TRAVELING DOWN A ROADWAY, A CRASH COULD OCCUR, PROPERTY DAMAGE TO FOLLOWING VEHICLES OR PERSONAL INJURY TO PERSONS OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR AXLE WHEEL STUDS. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT AUTOCAR AT 1-765-489-5499. Notes: AUTOCAR RECALL NO. A-0401. CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : AUTOCAR Model : WXR Year : 2003 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V390000 Recall Date : AUG 06, 2004 Component: WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS Potential Number Of Units Affected : 33 Summary: ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, SHORTER WHEEL STUDS MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED. THESE STUDS MAY NOT BE ABLE TO RETAIN THE WHEEL NUT TORQUE AND COULD LOOSEN ALLOWING THE LOSS OF A WHEEL. Consequence: IF A VEHICLE LOSES A WHEEL WHILE TRAVELING DOWN A ROADWAY, A CRASH COULD OCCUR, PROPERTY DAMAGE TO FOLLOWING VEHICLES OR PERSONAL INJURY TO PERSONS OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR AXLE WHEEL STUDS. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT AUTOCAR AT 1-765-489-5499. Notes: AUTOCAR RECALL NO. A-0401. CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : AUTOCAR Model : WXR Year : 2004 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V390000 Recall Date : AUG 06, 2004 Component: WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS Potential Number Of Units Affected : 33 Summary: ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, SHORTER WHEEL STUDS MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED. THESE STUDS MAY NOT BE ABLE TO RETAIN THE WHEEL NUT TORQUE AND COULD LOOSEN ALLOWING THE LOSS OF A WHEEL. Consequence: IF A VEHICLE LOSES A WHEEL WHILE TRAVELING DOWN A ROADWAY, A CRASH COULD OCCUR, PROPERTY DAMAGE TO FOLLOWING VEHICLES OR PERSONAL INJURY TO PERSONS OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR AXLE WHEEL STUDS. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT AUTOCAR AT 1-765-489-5499. Notes: AUTOCAR RECALL NO. A-0401. CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Make : BEAVER Model : PATRIOT Year : 2004 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V391000 Recall Date : AUG 09, 2004 Component: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS Potential Number Of Units Affected : 95 Summary: CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, 'TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS.' THE FEDERAL IDENTIFICATION LABELS CONTAINS INCORRECT INFORMATION REGARDING THE RIM SIZE AND TIRE INFLATION RATING AS WELL AS AN INCORRECT RATING FOR THE GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING (GVWR) AND FRONT GROSS AXLE WEIGHT RATING (GAWR). Consequence: THIS MISPRINT COULD LEAD TO AN INCORRECT RIM BEING PLACED ON THE UNIT THAT WOULD NOT BE RATED FOR THE GAWR, IN ADDITION TO OVERLOADING THE UNIT AND OVER-INFLATING THE TIRES. DRIVING WITH OVER-INFLATED TIRES CAN CAUSE OR CONTRIBUTE TO PREMATURE TIRE FAILURE THAT COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH A CORRECTED FEDERAL IDENTIFICATION LABEL AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. IF AN OWNER WISHES, A DEALER CAN PLACE THE LABEL ON FOR THEM. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING SEPTEMBER 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MONACO AT 1-800-685-6545. Notes: MONACO RECALL NO. R03050. CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).