DEFECT #1 - WHEELS:RIM
Posted on: 2010-12-02DescriptionSkyline is recalling certain model year 2011 layton, aljo, nomad, weekender, and mountain view recreational vehicles and fifth wheel travel trailers manufactured from august 23, 2010, through september 28, 2010, equipped with tredit tire 15 painted wheels, models spoke or mod. Some of the wheels, which fasten to the axle of the vehicle body and serve as a mounting point for tires, could contain mis-aligned welds.
ConsequenceThe wheels may break while in use, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective ActionSkyline will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on december 2, 2010. Owners may contact skyline consumer relations at 1-800-733-4250.
NotesOwners 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 .