NHTSA recall 08V040000
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc
Double Tree Elite and 2 more
Reported Jan 28, 2008359 vehicles affectedDOUBLETREE RVBuilt Jul 19, 2006 – Mar 12, 2007
The defect
On certain fifth wheel travel trailers equipped with a disc brake system produced by active technology. actibrake actuators installed on these vehicles, over time, may overheat, damaging the braking system.
The risk
This could create a fire or loss of braking power increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Doubletree IS working with active technology to repair these vehicles (please see 08e007). the recall began on february 3, 2008. owners may contact doubletree at 1-260-562-1075.