NHTSA Recall 00V290000: Cables (electrical system)
COACHMEN INDUSTRIES, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 88 vehicles. It affects 2001 Coachmen Leprechaun.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V290000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY › CABLES |
| Report received | October 3, 2000 |
| Owner notification | October 16, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
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.
Safety risk
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.
Remedy
Coachmen will inspect to determine if the wires are properly routed. If necessary, the wires will be re-routed.
Notes
Owner notification began october 16, 2000.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. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V290000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Coachmen Leprechaun | 2001 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.