Recall 09V263000: Universal specialty vehicles, inc.

Report received

Jul 10, 2009

Manufacturer

Universal specialty vehicles, inc.

Potentially affected

12vehicles

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

Universal specialty is recalling 12 my 2002-2006 eagle class a motor homes equipped with axles that include bosch zops or zoht pin slide hydraulic disc brakes. The calipers on these brakes may stick when the brakes are applied, which can result in abnormal heat generation at the wheel end causing brake drag.

Possible consequence

If the brake drag is left undetected,the temperature increase at the wheel end can eventually lead to soft pedal conditions and extended stopping distances, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the necessary components free of charge. Workhorse is handling the remedy and owner notification for this campaign please see 09v-110. Owners may contact workhorse at 1-877-246-7731.