Recalls for 2006 Nu Wa Hitchhiker Champagne Edit

DEFECT #1 - TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY

Posted on: 2006-11-30
Description
On certain fifth wheel trailers equipped with a demco glide ride pin box, the welds on the pin box can break.

Consequence
Broken welds can result in the pin box jamming.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the glide pin assembly with assemblies made with a longer pin and more robust welds.  The recall began on january 31, 2007.  Owners may contact nuwa at 1-800-835-0676 or e-mail at safety@nuwa.com.

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 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Posted on: 2006-08-22
Description
On certain fifth wheel trailers equipped with dexter axles, the disc brake caliper mounting bolts may strip.  Insufficient clamp load between caliper and yoke can cause the caliper to disassemble and adversely affect the trailer's braking system.

Consequence
Loss of braking can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dexter will repair these vehicles (please see 06e029).  A new larger caliper mounting nut will be installed.  For more information you may contact dexter axle at 1-800-400-2164 or nuwa at 620-431-2088.

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.