NHTSA Recall 07V483000: Temporary/emergency spare tire (tires)
COACHMEN RV COMPANY, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 193 vehicles. It affects 2006 Coachmen Aurora.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V483000 |
|---|---|
| Component | TIRES › TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE |
| Report received | October 16, 2007 |
| Owner notification | December 5, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motor homes, the spare tire carrier assembly mounted under the rear of the unit is the incorrect model to properly support the spare tire.
Safety risk
As a result, the potential exists for the spare tire to become detached from the carrier assembly and fall to the road surface. Should the spare tire detach itself from the carrier while the vehicle is in motion, a crash may result.
Remedy
Dealers will install the correct spare tire system and also a secondary mechanical back-up latch. The recall began on december 5, 2007. Owners may contact coachmen at 1-800-453-6064.
Notes
Customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 07V483000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Coachmen Aurora | 2006 |
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.