2002 RIALTA RIALTA Recalls (3)

Campaign:
01V298000 on 09/30/2001
Component:
Wheels:cap/cover/hub
Manufactured:
01/31/2001 - 06/21/2001
Affected:
396
Defect:
Vehicle description: motor homes (models 222fd, 222qd, and 222hd). the wheel cover can rotate while mounted on the wheel.
Consequence:
If the cover rotates to the valve stem, a condition exists that could shear the valve stem off, leading to a rapid deflation of the tire. this rapid tire air loss could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, potentially resulting in a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the rubber valve stems and wheel covers. owner notification began october 18, 2001. 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 winnebago at 1-641-585-6939.
Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Campaign:
02V153000 on 06/12/2002
Component:
Trailer hitches
Manufactured:
01/15/2002 - 03/12/2002
Affected:
229
Defect:
On certain motor homes, an improperly mounted trailer hitch may have been installed on these motor homes. the trailer hitch may not have all the required fasteners attached to the motor home.
Consequence:
If the hitch is utilized, it could stress the existing fasteners. a condition could exist that would shear or loosen the remaining fastener causing the hitch to separate from the vehicle, resulting in bodily injury and/or property damage.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the trailer hitch, and if necessary, add or replace the mounting hardware. owner notification began june 21, 2002. 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 winnebago at 1-641-585-6939.
Notes:
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Campaign:
03V405000 on 10/21/2003
Component:
Equipment:recreational vehicle
Manufactured:
04/30/2000 - 10/30/2003
Affected:
15,337
Defect:
On certain motor homes 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 "jumper" or jump wire. this may cause the oven to activate without pressing any key pads.
Consequence:
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.
Correction:
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 winnebago at 641-585-3535.
Notes:
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

2002 RIALTA RIALTA TSBs (3)

Bulletin:
0401
Component:
062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:
Radiator fan damaged caused by improperly supporting the radiator assembly when repairs require the radiator to be tipped forward. *tt
Bulletin:
VJ
Component:
062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:
The radiator fans can be damaged if the proper tool is not used to hold the radiator assembly in the service position. service action to alert service personnel by affixing a radiator fan service position warning label in the engine compar
Bulletin:
0402
Component:
062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:
Radiator fan damaged caused by improperly supporting the radiator assembly when repairs require the radiator to be pivoted forward. *tt

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