Recall 00V-178: 2001 Coachmen Santara

COACHMEN INDUSTRIES, INC. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Jul 7, 2000, covering about 158 vehicles.

NHTSA number
00V-178
Report date
Jul 7, 2000
Vehicles affected
158
Owners notified
Jul 31, 2000

The problem

Vehicle description: class a motor homes, models 3602 and 3500. The 120-volt circuit ground wire that provides bonding from the power center and the generator transfer switch to the frame was incorrectly connected to the 12-volt ground bar.

The risk

This can lead to higher voltage within the 12-volt ground system and cause failures in the individual electronic equipment (Refrigerator control, furnace control, radios, etc.).

The fix

Dealers will re-wire these motor homes.

Notes

Owner notification began july 31, 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 coachmen at 1-219-825-5821. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerCOACHMEN INDUSTRIES, INC.
ComponentElectrical System › Wiring
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number00V178000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Coachmen Santara2001All 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-178?

Vehicle description: class a motor homes, models 3602 and 3500. The 120-volt circuit ground wire that provides bonding from the power center and the generator transfer switch to the frame was incorrectly connected to the 12-volt ground bar.

How is recall 00V-178 fixed?

Dealers will re-wire these motor homes.

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.