1997 Sportsmen 3003P

Owner complaints

What owners report most

1. Tires2
2. Equipment1
3. Suspension1

Latest complaints

• Apr 22, 2003KS
  Tires
  I have 5 electra ironman trailer tires made by hercules tires on my 35FT rv. I have suffered 3 catastrophic blowouts - one on each of the long trips I have taken. each failure has occurred in the same manner - the sound of a cannon followed by instant flat. the result being a 8 inch hole blown…

  I have 5 electra ironman trailer tires made by hercules tires on my 35FT rv. I have suffered 3 catastrophic blowouts - one on each of the long trips I have taken. each failure has occurred in the same manner - the sound of a cannon followed by instant flat. the result being a 8 inch hole blown clean through the steel belts and tread of the tire. I called hercules tires today, and they referred me to their canadian division, the former make of their tires. they refused to cover any portion of the three failures I've had to date, and the two remaining tires, one of which looks like the tread IS beginning to separate. I also,still have the carcass from the third blowout for inspection. they comment was - the warranty period has expired, with no concern for safety, the potential of a defect in the tires or anything else. as I am sure I am not the only one still utilizing these tires, I cringe at the thought of a loaded rv, pulled by an underrated vehicle, having these types of uncontrolled blowouts. I have had three such occurrences - may of 2001, march of 2002, and december of 2002. *nlm

• Oct 2, 2001PA
  Equipment › Other › Labels · Suspension › Rear · Tires
  Front right corner where manufacturer's ID sticker sticker located showed gross weight 7000lbs on camper. while driving 30-35 mph heard a noise and stopped to see, sway bar had broken. Contacted dealer, and dealer stated wrong tires on trailer for that weight. Contacted manufacturer about…

  Front right corner where manufacturer's ID sticker sticker located showed gross weight 7000lbs on camper. while driving 30-35 mph heard a noise and stopped to see, sway bar had broken. Contacted dealer, and dealer stated wrong tires on trailer for that weight. Contacted manufacturer about sticker,and manufacturer stated that new sticker was wrong for gross weight. Also, stated that title indicated gross weight was 10000 lbs.*ak

Service bulletins

Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.

• 10181840This newsletter provides detailed instructions regarding winterization of Airstream travel trailers and motorhomes.
• 10179406This newsletter talks about the importance of cleaning and maintaining waste water tanks, and provides detailed instruction of how to do so. It provides suggestions as to which products to use to clean the tanks.
• 10174503The newsletter discusses the importants of cleaning and mainataining safety devices installed in Airstream products, i.e. checking batteries in smoke alarms, checking dates on fire extinguishers etc. The newsletter also provides a how-to on disinfecting an RV.
• 10173233This installment talks about preparing their RV for the upcoming camping season. It provide tips on inspecting sealant, as well as which type of wax we recommend, and how often the owner should wax their units.
• 10171981This newsletter discusses how to prepare your RV for the upcoming camping season. Points discussed are airing out the unit. Examining and lubricating window, door, and vent seals. Examining, removing and resealing any areas with gaps, or cracks in the old sealant. Other items recommended to inspect and maintain as needed are: Brakes, awnings, tires, batteries, LP systems, break away cable, and 7-way cord connections. Inspect and lubricate tongue, and stabilizer jacks etc...
• 10165722The communication explains the steps necessary to properly winterize and store your RV in colder climates.