CarRecallWatch- Component
- EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
- Problem
- Universal Trailer Cargo Group, Inc. (Universal Trailer) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Haulmark Motorcoach vehicles manufactured April 1, 2007, to June 30, 2010. The bolt that attaches the fan gear assembly to the steps may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. As a result, the steps may not remain in the expected position and may become unstable.
- Risk
- Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Universal Trailer will notify owners, and dealers will install a retainer bracket on the double step assemblies and the Coachstep Linkage Assembly will be replaced and a retainer bracket will be installed on the trip step assemblies. The recall began on May 2, 2016. Owners may contact Universal Trailer customer service at 1-574-264-9661.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
The bolt that attaches the fan gear assembly to the steps can fracture, allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. When this happens, the steps may not stay in their expected position and can become unstable.
Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury. Owners should be careful when using the steps and check their vehicle for open recalls using their VIN. Universal Trailer will notify owners, and dealers will install a retainer bracket on the double step assemblies. The Coachstep Linkage Assembly will be replaced and a retainer bracket installed on the trip step assemblies. The repair is free at an authorized dealer.
Owners with questions can contact Universal Trailer customer service at 1-574-264-9661.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Haulmark Motor Coach | 2007200820092010 |
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