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on motor homes built on ford e-series chassis, the air filter element material process resulted in an air filter paper element that can smolder or burn. this change in filter paper composition combined with the configuration of the air induction system, may allow hot carbon particles to contact the air filter element during certain driving conditions that create hot particles.

Corrective Action

these hot particles may ignite the air filter element with the potential for air induction system damage or underhood fire.

Recall Notes

ford is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. dealers will inspect and replace the air filter element. owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673 or coachmen at 219-825-5821.

2003 Coachmen Leprechaun

Component

Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator

Consequence of Defect

on certain class c mini-motor homes, the generator exhaust pipe may have been assembled and installed incorrectly resulting in insufficient clearance to or contact with the chassis fuel fill tube.

Corrective Action

when operating, the generatorøs exhaust pipe may reach temperatures that could potentially melt and/or ignite the fuel fill tube. should this occur, the potential exists for a fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will disassemble a portion of the generator exhaust pipe assembly, turning one of the bent components around 180 degrees, reassembling the exhaust pipe and measuring to ensure a minimum of 3ø air gap with surrounding components. owner notification began march 24, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact coachmen at 1-800-453-6064.

2002 Coachmen Leprechaun

Component

Equipment:Recreational Vehicle

Consequence of Defect

on certain motor homes, travel trailers, and fifth wheel trailers equipped with samsung microwave ovens, these units were produced with a defective panel. an electrical short can occur between circuit patterns on the membrane panel, especially overlapped by a øjumperø or jump wire. this may cause the oven to activate without pressing any key pads.

Corrective Action

an electrical short can occur causing the oven to activate without pressing any key pads. this could result in excessive heat, smoke, or possibly a fire.

Recall Notes

samsung will notify customers and repair the panel free of charge. in the meantime, consumers should unplug their microwave, if possible. if the consumer is unable to unplug the microwave, they should leave the door ajar until the panel is replaced. consumers should never use the microwave oven for storage or leave any towels, paper, cloth or other products in the microwave after use. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact samsung at 800-932-3837 or coachmen at 1-219-825-5821.

2001 Coachmen Leprechaun

Component

Electrical System:Battery:Cables

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: mini-motor homes, model number 305. the battery cable that provides power from the coach battery to the generator was routed so it crosses over the top of the catalytic converter heat shield.

Corrective Action

under extreme temperature conditions, this could cause the cable's insulation to melt resulting in a high resistance short that could potentially lead to a fire.

Recall Notes

coachmen will inspect to determine if the wires are properly routed. if necessary, the wires will be re-routed.

2001 Coachmen Leprechaun

Component

Equipment:Recreational Vehicle

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

an electrical short can occur causing the oven to activate without pressing any key pads. this could result in excessive heat, smoke, or possibly a fire.

Recall Notes

2000 Coachmen Leprechaun

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: class a and c motor homes equipped with safety belt assemblies built by am-safe. on some seat belts, the buckle and connector may unlatch during a collision.

Corrective Action

serious injury or death could occur if the vehicle occupant is not properly restrained.

Recall Notes

am-safe in notifying customers that they will inspect and replace the defective buckle assemblies free of charge.

2000 Coachmen Leprechaun

Component

Equipment:Recreational Vehicle

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

an electrical short can occur causing the oven to activate without pressing any key pads. this could result in excessive heat, smoke, or possibly a fire.

Recall Notes

1999 Coachmen Leprechaun

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: class a and c motor homes equipped with safety belt assemblies built by am-safe. on some seat belts, the buckle and connector may unlatch during a collision.

Corrective Action

serious injury or death could occur if the vehicle occupant is not properly restrained.

Recall Notes

am-safe in notifying customers that they will inspect and replace the defective buckle assemblies free of charge.

1976 Coachmen Leprechaun

Component

Equipment:Recreational Vehicle:Lpg Tank Assembly

Consequence of Defect

on the involved vehicles, the threaded studs which secure the l.p. tank mounting system could fail. consequently, the l.p. tank may drop to ground.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer, from whom the vehicle was purchased, will install two metal straps under the l.p. tank, securing them with bolts through the vehicle floor. this will be done without charge.