Recall 06V-332: 2004–2006 Marathon H3-45, 2004–2007 Marathon Xlvii
MARATHON COACH, INC. recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Sep 6, 2006, covering about 155 vehicles.
The problem
On certain motor homes built on prevost chassis and equipped with webasto heaters, the burner tubes are made of material that does not meet specifications and could fail prematurely.
The risk
Should the burner tube fail, the coolant heater could overheat, possibly resulting in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the affected combustion chambers. The recall began on may 4, 2006. Owners should contact marathon coach at 541-343-9991.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | MARATHON COACH, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 06V332000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Marathon H3-45 | 2004, 2005, 2006 | All years |
| Marathon Xlvii | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 | 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 06V-332?
On certain motor homes built on prevost chassis and equipped with webasto heaters, the burner tubes are made of material that does not meet specifications and could fail prematurely.
How is recall 06V-332 fixed?
Dealers will replace the affected combustion chambers. The recall began on may 4, 2006. Owners should contact marathon coach at 541-343-9991.
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.