Recall 00V-173: 1999–2000 Beaver Contessa, 1999–2000 Beaver Monterey and 6 more

SAFARI MOTOR COACHES, INC. recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Jun 27, 2000, covering about 691 vehicles.

NHTSA number
00V-173
Report date
Jun 27, 2000
Vehicles affected
691
Owners notified
Jul 13, 2000

The problem

Vehicle description: 1999 and 2000 motor homes manufactured between april 2 and november 20, 1999, and equipped with ABS systems with brake wiring harness part #2505168. The electrical connector which connects to the modulator was mis-wired causing the anti-lock brake modulator to react improperly while regulating hydraulic pressure to the appropriate wheel.

The risk

Failure of the anti-lock braking system could cause a loss of control of the vehicle in certain braking situations.

The fix

Dealers will install a wiring harness update, which properly routes the electrical signal from the ECU to the modulator. 7owner notification is expected to begin july 13, 2000. 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 safari/beaver/harney at 1-800-344-6332.

Notes

Smc recall no. Sba00-104.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerSAFARI MOTOR COACHES, INC.
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number00V173000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Beaver Contessa1999, 2000All years
Beaver Monterey1999, 2000All years
Beaver Patriot1999, 2000All years
Harney Renegade1999, 2000All years
Safari Continental1999, 2000All years
Safari Serengetti1999, 2000All years
Safari Zanzibar1999, 2000All years
Safari Coach Sahara1999, 2000All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 00V-173?

Vehicle description: 1999 and 2000 motor homes manufactured between april 2 and november 20, 1999, and equipped with ABS systems with brake wiring harness part #2505168. The electrical connector which connects to the modulator was mis-wired causing the anti-lock brake modulator to react improperly while regulating hydraulic pressure to the appropriate wheel.

How is recall 00V-173 fixed?

Dealers will install a wiring harness update, which properly routes the electrical signal from the ECU to the modulator. 7owner notification is expected to begin july 13, 2000. 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 safari/beaver/harney at 1-800-344-6332.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.