Recall 02V-063: 2002 Aero Aero, 2002 Aero Aero CUB and 6 more
AERO COACH, INC. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Mar 19, 2002, covering about 878 vehicles.
The problem
On certain travel trailers, the electrical wiring installed in the rear of the refrigerator compartment could contact the top metal fins of the refrigerator condenser coil. The heating coil and fins could reach temperatures that approach the temperature rating of the wiring, and the metal fins have sharp edges that could cut or abrade the sheathing of the wiring.
The risk
The movement of the trailer, combined with the normal refrigerator movements and the effect of the heat, could cause the wiring to be abraded, wear through the wire insulation, and cause an electrical short. If such shorting occurred, a fire could result.
The fix
Dealers will remove the refrigerator, add a protective cover to the wiring, and anchor or re-route the wiring away from the refrigerator coil. Owner notification began march 24, 2002. 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 aero coach at 1-574-537-0700.
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).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | AERO COACH, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System › Wiring |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 02V063000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Aero Aero | 2002 | All years |
| Aero Aero CUB | 2002 | All years |
| Aero Aero Lite | 2002 | All years |
| Aero Aero Ultralite | 2002 | All years |
| Aero Dutchmen | 2002 | All years |
| Aero Four Winds Ultralite | 2002 | All years |
| Aero Kodiak | 2002 | All years |
| Aero Skamper Lite | 2002 | 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 02V-063?
On certain travel trailers, the electrical wiring installed in the rear of the refrigerator compartment could contact the top metal fins of the refrigerator condenser coil. The heating coil and fins could reach temperatures that approach the temperature rating of the wiring, and the metal fins have sharp edges that could cut or abrade the sheathing of the wiring.
How is recall 02V-063 fixed?
Dealers will remove the refrigerator, add a protective cover to the wiring, and anchor or re-route the wiring away from the refrigerator coil. Owner notification began march 24, 2002. 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 aero coach at 1-574-537-0700.
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.