NHTSA Recall 03V008000: Labels (equipment)
WHEELED COACH INDUSTRIES reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 81 vehicles. It affects 2002 Wheeled Coach Ambulance.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V008000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS |
| Report received | January 3, 2003 |
| Owner notification | December 20, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain ambulances built on ford f-350 chassis were built with front coil springs sized to produce a front gross axle weight rating (gawr) of 4,500 lbs. The front gawr was misstated on the final state certification label as 4,850 lbs.
Safety risk
The chassis' gawr would be too small to support the finished product. A different set of front springs was used with the lighter front gawr.
Remedy
New certification labels will be provided to the owners with installation instructions. Owner notification began december 20, 2002. Owners should contact wheeled coach at 1-800-628-8178, if they do not receive a correct label or have trouble installing the label.
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).
Vehicles covered by recall 03V008000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Wheeled Coach Ambulance | 2002 |
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.