Recalls for 2001 Triple E Rv Commander

DEFECT #1 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

Posted on: 2004-04-21
Description
On certain motorhomes , the securing bolt for the driver and passenger side seat belt receiver buckle is stripped.  

Consequence
In the event of a crash the seat occupant may not be properly restrained increasing the risk of injury.  

Corrective Action
Customers will be mailed the replacement parts.  After receiving the parts customers should make an appointment with the dealer to have the parts installed.  The recall began on march 31, 2004.  Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact triple e at 204-325-4361.  

Notes
Triple e recall no.  Ca#5072-04.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236

DEFECT #2 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:SWITCHES:BRAKE WARNING

Posted on: 2003-03-05
Description
Certain motor home chassis fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  105, hydraulic and electric brake systems.  The brake system warning indicator may not function as required by standard.

Consequence
In some of the affected vehicles, the brake system warning indicator will not illuminate when the ignition is in the start position or for a low brake fluid condition, if the body builder relied solely upon ford's ivm compliance statement for the brake system warning indicator.

Corrective Action
Dealers will repair these vehicles.  Owner notification began march 17, 2003.  Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact triple e rv at 1-877-992-9906.

Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236.