Recall 08V-628: 2006–2008 Roadtrek RS Adventurous, 2006–2008 Roadtrek SS Agile
ROADTREK MOTORHOMES INC. recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Dec 2, 2008, covering about 335 vehicles.
The problem
Roadtrek is recalling 335 my 2006-2008 ss agile and rs adventurous class "b" motor homes built on dodge and freightliner sprinter 2500 van chassis. These motor homes fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the rear hitch mounted spare tire carrier (Continental spare tire kit), impedes the full visibility of the left tail light. The drivers of following vehicles may not have full visibility of the left tail lights.
The risk
This lack of visibility could result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will install a supplementary tail light on the fiberglass cover of the spare tire free of charge. The recall began on december 22, 2008. Owners may contact roadtrek at 1-888-762-3873.
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 | ROADTREK MOTORHOMES INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Exterior Lighting › Tail Lights |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 08V628000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Roadtrek RS Adventurous | 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Roadtrek SS Agile | 2006, 2007, 2008 | 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 08V-628?
Roadtrek is recalling 335 my 2006-2008 ss agile and rs adventurous class "b" motor homes built on dodge and freightliner sprinter 2500 van chassis. These motor homes fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the rear hitch mounted spare tire carrier (Continental spare tire kit), impedes the full visibility of the left tail light. The drivers of following vehicles may not have full visibility of the left tail lights.
How is recall 08V-628 fixed?
Dealers will install a supplementary tail light on the fiberglass cover of the spare tire free of charge. The recall began on december 22, 2008. Owners may contact roadtrek at 1-888-762-3873.
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.