Harley-Davidson
Motorcycle Company
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Harley
Davidson Shrine
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Years:
2001-2002
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Harley
Davidson FLHTCU-1 Shrine
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Years:
2001-2002
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Harley
Davidson FLHTP-1
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Years:
2001-2002
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Harley
Davidson FLHPE-1
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Years:
2001-2002
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Harley
Davidson FLHP-1
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2001-2002
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Harley
Davidson FLHTCU-1
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Years:
2001-2002
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Harley
Davidson FLHTC-1
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Years:
2001-2002
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Harley
Davidson FLHTC
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2001-2002
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Harley
Davidson FLHT
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2001-2002
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Harley
Davidson FLHR-1
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2001-2002
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Harley
Davidson FLHR
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Years:
2001-2002
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Number Involved: 26,949
Dates of Manufacture: October November 2001
Defect: On certain motorcycles, the clips that retain
the wiring for the front fender tip light can become detached from the
fender, causing the wires to fray and short. This could cause the
lighting system fuse to blow, leaving the vehicle without an operational
front fender tip light, headlight, taillight, running lights, and
passing lamps (if equipped).
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fender tip light wiring
harness retention clips, and inspect and replace, if necessary, any
damaged wiring harnesses. The manufacturer reported that owner
notification was expected to begin during February 2002. Owners
who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should
contact Harley-Davidson at 1-414-342-4680.
[NHTSA Recall No. 02V002/Harley-Davidson Recall No. 0105]
Land
Rover North America, Inc.
Models: Land Rover Discovery II
Years: 1999-2001
Number Involved: 55,505
Dates of Manufacture: April 1998 July 2001
Defect: On certain sport utility vehicles,
contamination of the anti-lock braking system (ABS) sensor can cause the
ABS Electronic Control Unit (ECU) to incorrectly interpret the sensor
signal, resulting in inappropriate ABS activation. This can
lead to an increase in braking distance that is unanticipated by the
driver.
Remedy: Dealers will install a new ECU. The
manufacturer reported that owner notification was expected to begin
during February or March 2002. Owners who do not receive the free
remedy within a reasonable time should contact Land Rover at
1-301-731-9040.
[NHTSA Recall No. 02V022/Land Rover Recall No. D263]
Land
Rover North America, Inc.
Models: Land Rover Discovery II
Years: 1999-2002
Number Involved: 64,925
Dates of Manufacture: April 1998 January 2002
Defect: On certain sport utility vehicles, the
accelerator cable could have become kinked during vehicle assembly,
resulting in chaffing of the cable. Continued chaffing can lead to
breakage of the interior cable strands. Breakage of the cable
strands can result in the throttle being stuck in the open position,
increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the damaged cables
where necessary. The manufacturer has reported that owner
notification was expected to begin during mid-February 2002.
Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time
should contact Land Rover at 1-301-731-9040.
[NHTSA Recall No. 02V028/Land Rover Recall No. D274]
Qvale
Automotive Group
Models: QAG Mangusta
Years:
2000-2001
Number Involved: 300
Defect: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with Visteon
air bag control modules, the modules were produced with an incorrect
deployment calibration setting. In the event of a crash, improper
air bag deployment could result, increasing the risk of injury or death.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the air bag electronic
control unit. The manufacturer has reported that owner
notification was expected to begin during February 2002. Owners
who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should
contact QAG at 1-800-390-9606.
[NHTSA Recall No. 02V023]
Saab
Cars USA, Inc.
Models: Saab 9-5
Year: 2002
Number Involved: 2,601
Dates of Manufacture: September November 2001
Defect: On certain passenger vehicles, the steering
knuckle castings may have been contaminated during the casting process.
These knuckles can break, resulting in possible loss of steering
control.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the steering knuckle for the
casting number. If the knuckle was in the defective batch, the
steering knuckle will be replaced. The manufacturer has reported
that owner notification began Jan. 18, 2002. Owners who do not
receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Saab at
1-800-955-9007.
[NHTSA Recall No. 02V006/Saab Recall No. 15007]
Toyota
Motor Company, Ltd.
Models: Toyota 4Runner
Years: 1996-1998
Number Involved: 273,743
Dates of Manufacture: November 1995 February 1998
Defect: A combination of heavy loading (simultaneous
loading to rear gross axle weight rating and gross vehicle weight
rating) and severe steering maneuvers could cause the 2WD 4Runner to
lose directional stability. Although the 4WD 4Runners do not
exhibit the handling condition, Toyota will recall these vehicles to
avoid any public confusion as to which vehicles should receive the
replacement parts.
Remedy: Dealers will replace rear suspension parts.
The manufacturer has reported that owner notification was to begin
during February 2002. Owners who do not receive the free remedy
within a reasonable time should contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
[NHTSA Recall No. 02V021]
Volkswagen
of America, Inc.
Models: Volkswagen Passat Years:
1998-2000
Volkswagen
Jetta
Years:
1997-1999
Number Involved: 311,047
Dates of Manufacture: August 1996 December 1999
Defect: On these passenger vehicles, the fuel tank
filler neck can suffer abrasion damage if the rear tire goes flat and
the vehicle is driven until the tire disintegrates. Fuel leakage
can occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will fit the Passat vehicles with a
new wheelhouse liner that will better protect the cars filler neck.
The Jetta vehicles will be fitted with a different metal shield designed
to enhance abrasion protection in the event of tire disintegration.
The manufacturer has reported that owner notification will begin
during May 2002. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within
a reasonable time should contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
[NHTSA Recall No. 02V026]
Volkswagen
of America, Inc.
Models: Volkswagen New Beetle
Years:
2001-2002
Volkswagen
Jetta
Years:
2001-2002
Volkswagen
Golf Years:
2001-2002
Number
Involved: 55,000
Dates of Manufacture: October 2000 September 2001
Defect: On these passenger vehicles, short circuits
within the Electronic Control Unit of the anti-lock braking system (ABS)
can result in a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the ABS control unit.
The manufacturer has reported that owner notification was to begin
during late-February 2002. Owners who do not receive the free
remedy within a reasonable time should contact Volkswagen at
1-800-822-8987.
[NHTSA Recall No. 02V031/VWoA Recall No. WJ]
MEDIUM/HEAVY
DUTY TRUCKS, SCHOOL BUSES AND MOTOR HOMES
Coachmen
RV Company
Models: Coachmen
Shasta Year:
2002
Coachmen Captiva Year:
2002
Number
Involved: 226
Dates of Manufacture: August December 2001
Defect: On certain travel trailers equipped with optional
underslung spare tire carriers, the locking pin for the carrier may not
have been installed. If the release bolt that secures the spare
tire carrier to the frame at the drop down end of the carrier were to
become loose and fall off, a portion of the carrier assembly itself
could detach and fall off if there is no locking pin. If the spare
tire carrier were to separate from the unit during travel, there is the
potential for a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install an improved carrier
release bolt and locking pin. The manufacturer has reported that
owner notification was expected to begin during February 2002.
Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time
should contact Coachmen at 1-800-453-6064.
[NHTSA Recall No. 02V009]
Mack
Trucks, Incorporated
Models: Mack CX
Years:
2000-2001
Mack CH Years:
2000-2001
Number
Involved: 869
Dates of Manufacture: September 2000 December 2001
Defect: On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with R. H.
Sheppard M90 steering gears, an incorrect hose was used for the
high-pressure line between the power steering pump and the steering
gear. The hose is rated at 2000 psi, while it should be rated at
3000 psi. This hose could develop a leak or burst while in
service. Should the line burst, steering control would still be
maintained, but a loss of power assist will be experienced.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering hose.
The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule.
Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time
should contact Mack at 1-610-709-3011.
[NHTSA Recall No. 02V019/Mack Recall No. SC0272]
Monaco
Coach Corporation
Models: Monaco
Diplomat LE
Year:
2001
Monaco Windsor
Year:
2001
Monaco Scepter
Year:
2001
Monaco Knight
Year: 2001
Monaco Diplomat
Year:
2001
Holiday Rambler Ambassador
Year:
2001
Holiday Rambler Endeavor Year:
2001
Holiday Rambler Imperial
Year:
2001
Safari Marquis
Years:
2001-2002
Safari Solitaire
Years:
2001-2002
Safari Patriot
Year: 2002
Number
Involved: 3,146
Dates of Manufacture: October 2000 March 2001
Defect: On certain Class A motor homes equipped with
Meritor Wabco brake valves, part number 9738980050, part number
9732980010, or part number 9732980130, the brake valve may stick open
when a high-pressure brake application is released. When the valve
sticks open, it can result in a total loss of air from either the
service or the park brake system. The driver may lose braking
ability under a service application, possibly resulting in a vehicle
crash.
Remedy: Meritor Wabco will contact the vehicle owners
to have the affected relay valves replaced or rebuilt free of charge.
The manufacturer has reported that owner notification was to begin
during February or March 2002. Owners who do not receive the free
remedy within a reasonable time should contact Meritor Wabco at
1-800-535-5560 or Monaco at 1-877-466-6226.
[NHTSA Recall No. 02V013001]
EQUIPMENT
Safeline
Kids, Inc.
Models:
Sit-N-Stroll 2240
Number Involved: 3,522
Dates of Manufacture: April October 2001
Noncompliance: Certain rear-facing and forward-facing
convertible child restraint seats fail to comply with the requirements
of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 213, "Child Restraint
Systems." The FAA certification statement, "This
restraint is Certified for use in Motor Vehicles and Aircraft," is
in yellow lettering instead of the required red lettering. This
noncompliance could lead flight attendants to refuse to allow a
parent/guardian to bring or use this product on an airplane, which could
create a safety risk to the child.
Remedy: Safeline Kids will send corrected labels to
the known owners to be placed over the existing labels free of charge.
The manufacturer has reported that owner notification was expected to
begin during February 2002. Owners should contact Safeline Kids at
1-800-829-1625.
[NHTSA Recall No. 02E002]