Recall 06V118000: Coachmen rv company, llc

Report received

Apr 13, 2006

Manufacturer

Coachmen rv company, llc

Potentially affected

29vehicles

Model years

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Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain motor homes, the battery cables that exit the rear of the battery storage compartment are not adequately secured. Should the cables become unsecured, they could come in direct contact with the engine exhaust system.

Possible consequence

In the event that the cables come in contact with the exhaust system, the cable protective covering could eventually melt causing a direct short in the 12-volt electrical system, which could result in a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will use a tube clamp to secure the excess length of wire to a steel truss member above and out of the way of the exhaust and will also add a heat shield. The recall began on april 10, 2006. Owners may contact coachmen at 1-800-453-6064.