NHTSA Recall 08V399000: Axle assembly (power train)
SKYLINE CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 83 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Skyline Freestyle.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V399000 |
|---|---|
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | August 14, 2008 |
| Owner notification | September 11, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Skyline is recalling 83 my 2007-2008 freestyle, rampage and trailrider model 281 recreational vehicles. These vehicles may have had the axle attaching bolts, that attach the axles to the chassis, improperly installed. The clearance between the tires and these attaching bolts on this model require that the head of the attaching bolt be installed on the tire side of the axle hangers and/or shackles.
Safety risk
Drivers may experience tire damage and can cause or contribute to premature tire failure that could result in a loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the axle attaching bolts for correct installation and the back side of the tires for damage from improperly installed axle bolts. Dealers will remove and reinstall the axle mounting bolts with the correct orientation and replace damaged tires free of charge. The recall began on september 11, 2008. Owners may contact skyline at 1-800-733-4250.
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 08V399000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Skyline Freestyle | 2007, 2008 |
| Skyline Rampage | 2007, 2008 |
| Skyline Trailrider | 2007, 2008 |
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.