Recall 08V-127: 2009 Coachmen Prism

The problem

Coachmen is recalling 2 my 2009 prism class c motor homes built on chrysler my 2007 dodge or freightliner sprinter chassis equipped with 3.0l diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor may have been manufactured incorrectly. The engine could fail due to separation of bond wires from the lead frame in the sensor. This results in an interruption in the electrical connection in the chip housing of the sensor.

The risk

This could cause the vehicle's engine to stall or not start under certain conditions increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Coachmen is working with chrysler to replace the crankshaft sensors free of charge (Please see 07v594). The two vehicles involved are still in coachmen's possession and will be remedied prior to being shipped to dealers.

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

Vehicles in this recall

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 08V-127?

Coachmen is recalling 2 my 2009 prism class c motor homes built on chrysler my 2007 dodge or freightliner sprinter chassis equipped with 3.0l diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor may have been manufactured incorrectly. The engine could fail due to separation of bond wires from the lead frame in the sensor. This results in an interruption in the electrical connection in the chip housing of the sensor.

How is recall 08V-127 fixed?

Coachmen is working with chrysler to replace the crankshaft sensors free of charge (Please see 07v594). The two vehicles involved are still in coachmen's possession and will be remedied prior to being shipped to dealers.

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.