Recall 00V-273: 1999–2000 Coachmen Catalina, 1999–2000 Coachmen Leprechaun and 4 more
COACHMEN INDUSTRIES, INC. recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Sep 13, 2000, covering about 2,688 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: class a and c motor homes equipped with safety belt assemblies built by AM-safe. On some seat belts, the buckle and connector may unlatch during a collision.
The risk
Serious injury or death could occur if the vehicle occupant is not properly restrained.
The fix
Am-safe in notifying customers that they will inspect and replace the defective buckle assemblies free of charge.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin during september 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 AM-safe commercial products at 219-266-8330. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | COACHMEN INDUSTRIES, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Seat Belts › Front › Buckle Assembly |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 00V273001 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Coachmen Catalina | 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Coachmen Leprechaun | 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Coachmen Mirada | 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Coachmen Pathfinder | 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Coachmen Santara | 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Coachmen Sportscoach | 1999, 2000 | All 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-273?
Vehicle description: class a and c motor homes equipped with safety belt assemblies built by AM-safe. On some seat belts, the buckle and connector may unlatch during a collision.
How is recall 00V-273 fixed?
Am-safe in notifying customers that they will inspect and replace the defective buckle assemblies free of charge.
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.