Recalls Of The Day, August 17, 2012

The National Highway Traffic Safety Adminstration has issued three new recalls.  Trailer brakes could fail on a boat trailer.  The awning on a motor home could fall off.  The seat belt in a truck may fail.  All of these issues could cause injury or worse.

If your vehicle is affected, have it repaired A.S.A.P.  

Vehicle Make / Model: Model Year(s): BOATWHEELS / PB27-TH1200 2011 BOATWHEELS / PB36-RS2100 2011 Manufacturer: ALUMINA, INC Mfr's Report Date: JUL 31, 2012 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V381000 EQ12003 NHTSA Action Number: EQ12003

Component: EQUIPMENT

Potential Number of Units Affected: 2

Summary: Alumina, Inc., dba Boatwheels, is recalling a model year 2011 PB27-TH1200 and a 2011 PB36-RS2100 trailer each equipped with a Dexter Axle brand electric/hydraulic (E/H) brake actuator pump. These pumps may not have been properly heat treated. This condition can cause premature wear of some critical components in these pumps which can render the unit inoperable.

Consequence: The E/H brake actuator provides braking power to the trailer brakes. Failure of the actuator can result in the loss of braking effort by the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Alumina will notify owners, and Alumina dealers will replace the actuators, free of charge. The recall began in early August 2012. Owners may contact Alumina, Inc. at 1-419-433-2300.

Notes: Customers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicle Make / Model: Model Year(s): ROADTREK / 21PC 2011-2012 ROADTREK / 21VC 2010-2012 Manufacturer: ROADTREK MOTORHOMES INC. Mfr's Report Date: AUG 08, 2012 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V395000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A Component: EQUIPMENT Potential Number of Units Affected: 145 Summary: Roadtrek is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 Roadtrek 21PC Popular and 21VC Versatile model class "B" motorhomes built from October 1, 2010, through November 12, 2011. On some motorhomes, the rivets may fail that secure the awning brackets to the motorhome side wall, allowing the bracket and Thule awning to come off the motor home while operating the awning. Consequence: If the awning separates from the motor home, the user or people nearby may be injured. Remedy: Roadtrek will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional stainless steel rivet on each of the awning brackets, free of charge. Roadtrek has not provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Roadtrek Service Department at 1-888-ROADTREK (762-3873) or 1-519-745-1169. Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicle Make / Model: Model Year(s): AUTOCAR / XPEDITOR 2008-2012 Manufacturer: AUTOCAR, LLC Mfr's Report Date: AUG 10, 2012 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V394000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR Potential Number of Units Affected: 681 Summary: Autocar is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Xpeditor heavy-duty class 8 vehicles, manufactured from December 17, 2007, through July 10, 2012 and equipped with a right-hand (passenger-side) Bostrom air-ride seat. The seatbelt and tether intermediate connection point (ICP) located on the seat bracket may interfere with the seatbelt retractor mechanism as the seat is pneumatically adjusted for height. Over time, the interference may cause the retractor mechanism cover to crack, allowing the retractor spring to become loose and inoperable. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection." Consequence: In the event of a crash, if the seat belt retractor malfunctions, the passenger may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury or death. Remedy: Autocar will notify owners and provide instructions for scheduling the vehicle repair, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on September 5, 2012. Owners may contact Autocar at 1-765-489-5499. Notes: Autocar's recall number is A-1202. Customers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.