NHTSA Recall 99V082003: Slack adjusters (service brakes)
COUNTRY COACH INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 131 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Country Coach Allure.
| NHTSA campaign | 99V082003 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR › SLACK ADJUSTERS |
| Report received | August 21, 2000 |
| Owner notification | August 15, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: motor homes equipped with 15" (widths: 4" and 5") air-actuated q-plus cam brake equipped with federal mogul friction products 3030-197 brake lining (meritor r201) brake linings and actuated with type 20 air chambers x 5.5" slack adjusters. These assemblies do not fully satisfy the test performance requirements of FMVSS no. 121, "air brake systems."
Safety risk
This condition could cause decreased braking effort.
Remedy
The brake lining will be replaced with upgraded brake linings.
Notes
Owner notification began august 15, 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 country coach at 1-800-452-8015 (dynomax chassis service) or meritor at 1-248-435-3907. 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 99V082003
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.