Recall 12V-087: 2012 Coachmen Encounter, 2012 Coachmen Mirada

COACHMEN RV COMPANY, LLC recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Mar 5, 2012, covering about 1,449 vehicles.

NHTSA number
12V-087
Report date
Mar 5, 2012
Vehicles affected
1,449
Owners notified
Mar 2, 2012

The problem

Coachmen rv is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 mirada and encounter recreational vehicles built on a ford f-53 chassis, manufactured from february 1, 2010, through february 17, 2012. The gear shifterâ’s cable may break at the attachment to the transmission control selector arm assembly mounted on the steering column. If the cable breaks, the transmission gear indicator in the gear display in the instrument panel will remain in the first gear position regardless of the gear selected.

The risk

An incorrect gear indication in the instrument panel may prevent the driver from knowing if they are in park or reverse, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Coachmen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission selector arm assembly and the gear shifterâ’s cable assembly, free of charge. The safety recall began on march 2, 2012. Owners may contact coachmen rv at 1-800-453-6064.

Notes

Customers may 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

ManufacturerCOACHMEN RV COMPANY, LLC
ComponentPower Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (Prndl)
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number12V087000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Coachmen Encounter2012All years
Coachmen Mirada2012All 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 12V-087?

Coachmen rv is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 mirada and encounter recreational vehicles built on a ford f-53 chassis, manufactured from february 1, 2010, through february 17, 2012. The gear shifterâ’s cable may break at the attachment to the transmission control selector arm assembly mounted on the steering column. If the cable breaks, the transmission gear indicator in the gear display in the instrument panel will remain in the first gear position regardless of the gear selected.

How is recall 12V-087 fixed?

Coachmen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission selector arm assembly and the gear shifterâ’s cable assembly, free of charge. The safety recall began on march 2, 2012. Owners may contact coachmen rv at 1-800-453-6064.

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.