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NHTSA Recall 08V512000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)

KARAVAN TRAILERS INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 651 vehicles. It affects 2007–2008 Karavan Tandem Axle Trailer.

651
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2008
owners notified (October 23)
NHTSA campaign08V512000
Manufacturer campaign5KT
ComponentSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Report receivedOctober 3, 2008
Owner notificationOctober 23, 2008
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Karavan trailers is recalling 651 my 2007-2008 tandem axle trailers sold to bombardier recreational products. The 45" tandem jumper brake lines may experience excessive rubbing. This jumper line interferes with the wheel assembly and the excess rubbing may lead to a loss of brake fluid.

Safety risk

Loss of brake fluid may cause the brake to malfunction, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Additional zip ties will be added to the jumper line. Karavan is working with bombardier to repair these trailers. The recall began on october 23, 2008. Owners may contact karavan at 1-920-928-6200.

Notes

Karavan recall no. 5kt.customers may 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 08V512000

Make and modelModel years
Karavan Tandem Axle Trailer2007, 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.