Recalls for 2008 Palomino Folding Camping Trailer

DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:WINCH

Posted on: 2007-11-02
Description
On certain folding camping trailers (fct) equipped with a power winch unit, model p55000, built by carefree of colorado, an incorrect material was used in the manufacture of the cable shafts on some of these power winch units.  Under certain circumstances while the folding camping trailer top is being lifted, if the winch is placed into a stall condition, the cable shaft may break prior to the fuse or circuit breaker tripping.

Consequence
Should the cable shaft break, the fct top could then free-fall into the lower position, possibly resulting in injuries.

Corrective Action
Dealers will install new cable shafts free of charge.  The recall began on december 4, 2007.  Owners may contact palomino rv at 1-269-432-3271.

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.