Recalls Of The Day, August 31, 2012

Four recalls were issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.  A motorcycle helmet does not meet standards, wheels could fall off a trailer, a fire could start in a motorhome and the boom could fail on an aerial device.  All of these issues could cause injury or worse.  

Equipment Brand Name / Part No. or Model No.: Production Dates: T-MOTORSPORTS / HY-803 Information not Available Manufacturer: Calhome, Inc. Mfr's Report Date: AUG 21, 2012 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12E031000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A

Component: EQUIPMENT:MOTORCYCLE:HELMETS

Potential Number of Units Affected:

Summary: Calhome Inc., dba T-Motorsports, is recalling certain motorcycle helmets, model HY-803 size XL,for failing to conform to the impact attenuation, retention, and labeling requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."

Consequence: By wearing a noncompliant helmet, the user may not be adequately protected in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of personal injury.

Remedy: The remedy for this recall is still under development. The safety recall is expected to begin on, or about, September 14, 2012. Owners may contact T-Motorsports at 1-626-388-9898.

Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration 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): MCCLAIN / AT 2011-2012 MCCLAIN / ATT 2011-2012 Manufacturer: MCCLAIN TRAILERS, INC. Mfr's Report Date: AUG 20, 2012 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V414000 EQ12007 NHTSA Action Number: EQ12007 Component: WHEELS Potential Number of Units Affected: 146 Summary: McClain Trailers (McClain) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 AT and ATT boat trailers equipped with Carlisle Tire and Wheel brand aluminum wheels installed as original equipment. These wheels were manufactured with machine dimensions for the application of a center cap and the application of steel lug inserts that were not controlled to the required specifications. As a result, the wheel may not be tightened to the proper torque during the mounting process. Consequence: If the wheels are not tightened to the proper torque, the wheels could loosen, leading to wheel separation, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. A detached wheel also becomes a road hazard. Remedy: McClain will notify owners, and Carlisle Tire and Wheel dealers will repair or replace the affected wheels free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during August 2012. Owners may contact McClain Trailers at 1-713-675-2761. 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): FLEETWOOD / EXCURSION 2013 Manufacturer: FLEETWOOD RV, INC. Mfr's Report Date: AUG 16, 2012 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V412000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A Component: EQUIPMENT Potential Number of Units Affected: 74 Summary: Fleetwood RV is recalling certain model year 2013 Excursion motor homes manufactured from March 27, 2012, through July 24, 2012. A threaded fastener installed on the turn shaft of the slide-out mechanism may come into contact with a portion of the diesel fuel fill hose while the turn shaft is rotating. If the fastener makes contact with the fuel fill hose, there is a possibility that it will abrade the fuel fill hose and cause a leak. Consequence: Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire. Remedy: Fleetwood RV will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, shorten the threaded fastener to achieve clearance of the fuel line free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during August 2012. Owners may contact Fleetwood RV owner relations at 1-800-509-3418. Notes: Fleetwood RV's safety recall number is 120813FRV. 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): ALTEC / AH100 2008-2009 ALTEC / AH85 2008-2009 Manufacturer: ALTEC INDUSTRIES INC. Mfr's Report Date: AUG 14, 2012 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V411000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A Component: EQUIPMENT Potential Number of Units Affected: 27 Summary: Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Aerial Device vehicles due to improper welding processes used to manufacture the boom pivot pins. Failure of the pin could cause separation of the boom from the turntable. Consequence: If the boom separates from the turntable, there is an increased risk of personal injury and/or property damage. Remedy: Altec will notify owners, and will replace the pivot pins, free of charge. Altec has not provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Altec Industries at 1-877-462-5832. Notes: Altec's recall campaign number is MAB 563. 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.