1998-2002 Hitchhiker Discovery recall: switch

Nu Wa Industries, Inc. reported this safety recall on October 9, 2001. It covers about 717 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 717
reported: Oct 9, 2001
owners notified: Oct 12, 2001

Exterior lighting: tail lights: switch

What is wrong: Vehicle description: certain fifth wheel recreational trailers fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 108 "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the tail lights are not mounted perpendicular to the vehicle centerline, as required by the standard.
Remedy: Dealers will install a molded modular piece between the body of the vehicle and the tail light assembly to bring the lens perpendicular to the vehicle centerline. Owner notification is expected to begin october 12, 2001. 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 nu wa at 1‑800‑835‑0676.

Recall number 01V308000

Affected vehicles

Hitchhiker Discovery 1998-2002 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002

Questions about recall 01V308000

Is there a recall on the 1998-2002 Hitchhiker Discovery switch?

Yes. Recall 01V308000, reported on October 9, 2001, covers about 717 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 01V308000?

Dealers will install a molded modular piece between the body of the vehicle and the tail light assembly to bring the lens perpendicular to the vehicle centerline. Owner notification is expected to begin october 12, 2001. 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 nu wa at 1‑800‑835‑0676.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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