NHTSA recall 07V483000
Tires › Temporary/emergency spare tire
Coachmen Aurora
Reported Oct 16, 2007193 vehicles affectedCOACHMEN RV COMPANY, LLCBuilt Nov 9, 2005 – May 2, 2006
The defect
On certain motor homes, the spare tire carrier assembly mounted under the rear of the unit IS the incorrect model to properly support the spare tire.
The risk
As a result, the potential exists for the spare tire to become detached from the carrier assembly and fall to the road surface. should the spare tire detach itself from the carrier while the vehicle IS in motion, a crash may result.
The remedy
Dealers will install the correct spare tire system and also a secondary mechanical back-up latch. the recall began on december 5, 2007. owners may contact coachmen at 1-800-453-6064.