Recalls for your 2005 Universal Specialty Eagle

Recalls for 2005 Universal Specialty Eagle

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3 recalls found.
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DEFECT #1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING


Posted on: 2006-10-03
Description
On certain motor homes built on workhorse chassis, improper hardening during the heat treatment process can cause the fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip to fracture, resulting in inadequate retention of the damper.  If the damper becomes loose, fuel could be pumped by the fuel pump into the under hood area.  

Consequence
In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could result.

Corrective Action
Workhorse is handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign (please see 06v225).  Dealers will replace the fuel rail pulse damper retainer clips on these engines free of charge.  Owners may contact workhorse at 877-294-6773 or universal at 951-943-7747.

Notes
Customers can 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.

DEFECT #2 - STEERING


Posted on: 2007-08-31
Description
Certain motor homes built on workhorse chassis may have been equipped with incorrect steering intermediate shafts.  The spline can strip while the steering wheel is being turned.

Consequence
This steering condition could result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Workhorse is conducting this recall (please see 06v148).  They will inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering intermediate shaft free of charge.  Owners may contact workhorse at 1-877-294-6773 or universal specialty vehicles at 951-943-7747.

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.

DEFECT #3 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC


Posted on: 2009-07-10
Description
Universal specialty is recalling 12 my 2002-2006 eagle class a motor homes equipped with axles that include bosch zops or zoht pin slide hydraulic disc brakes.  The calipers on these brakes may stick when the brakes are applied, which can result in abnormal heat generation at the wheel end causing brake drag.  

Consequence
If the brake drag is left undetected,the temperature increase at the wheel end can eventually lead to soft pedal conditions and extended stopping distances, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the necessary components free of charge.  Workhorse is handling the remedy and owner notification for this campaign please see 09v-110.  Owners may contact workhorse at 1-877-246-7731.

Notes
Owners 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 .