Carriage Carri Lite 1999
Model Carri Lite made in 1999 by Carriage got 7 consumer complains there is 1 investigation as well as 2 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to power train, service brakes, hydraulic and steering. The car had one investigation (structure). There were some recalls concerningequipment, trailer hitches.
Model 1999
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EQUIPMENT - RECREATIONAL VEHICLE | ||||||||||||||||
| 01V091008 | CARRIAGE, INC | from 05/19/1999 to 01/19/2000 | V (Vehicle) | 531 | ODI | CARRIAGE, INC | 07/31/2001 | 10/17/2001 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Vehicle description: fifth wheel trailers equipped with norcold refrigerator cooling units model numbers n841, n821, n641, and n621. these refrigerators can experience a cooling system leak caused by operation in the ac electric mode. if a leak occurs, the cooling performance of the refrigerator will deteriorate, requiring immediate replacement of the cooling unit. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Extended operation of a leaking cooling unit in the ac electric mode can result in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Norcold will inspect and replace the refrigerator cooling units. norcold will conduct the owner notification. 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 norcold service center at 1-800-767-9101 or carriage at 1-219-642-3272. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
| TRAILER HITCHES - FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 02V312000 | CARRIAGE, INC. | V (Vehicle) | 1450 | 04/30/2003 | ODI | CARRIAGE, INC | 11/19/2002 | 11/26/2002 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain fifth wheel trailers may have an insufficient frame structure to support the pin box. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Over time stress cracks could begin to occur at the frame insertion points and front cross structure surrounding the pin box (hitch). this could result in the trailer becoming partially or fully detached from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash, personal injury or property damage. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will install a reinforcement kit to the frame structure surrounding the pin box. owner notification began april 30, 2003. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact carriage at 1-800-895-0108. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STRUCTURE | ||||||
| PE02059 | CARRIAGE, INC | 08/01/2002 | 11/22/2002 | FIFTH WHEEL KINGPIN BOX BROKEN WELDS | 02V312000 | |
| Allege that the fifth wheel pin box metal is cracking and the welds are failing. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY | |||
| 1 | 05/29/1999 | ||
| Fifth wheel contains a dexter axle assembly, a defect within the axle unit caused the shocks to chafe/cut the electric line to the brakes, parts fell out and loss of braking ability/lock up occurred, damage to consumers 1999 f350 as a result of failures. yh | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 03/01/1999 | 5 | 01/06/1999 | |
| Brakes lock up making tire slid. nlm | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 03/01/1999 | 1 | 01/06/1999 | |
| Placement of brake lines caused them to be cut by the shocks. nlm | |||
| STEERING - GEAR BOX - SHAFT SECTOR | |||
| 1 | |||
| The dealership refused to do the recall for the pin box 02v-312000 recall because to the length of time to complete the task. serial #13154. *nlm | |||
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||
| 02/02/2006 | 1 | 03/29/2001 | |
| Dt*: the contact stated while traveling 55 mph in rainy conditions; smoke was noticed coming from the right front and rear tires. the trailer was pulled over and upon inspection; the contact noticed the spring shackle on the right rear end had fractured out of place where it was welded into the frame. a chunk of frame fractured off. there were no warnings prior to the incident. the trailer was taken to a nursery company for repairs. the contact's son brought a portable welder and repaired the trailer by welding the chunk of frame back to the main frame and plated it with steel plates. the manufacturer was notified. the trailer was a year:1999, manufacturer:carriage, model:carrilite.*ak | |||
| 06/16/2000 | |||
| While backing out frame tore loose from strap hanger which ripped part of the frame. strap hanger was welded back to the frame. welder was not able to guarantee the integrity of the frame. please provide any furhter information.*ak | |||
| TIRES | |||
| 11/04/2003 | 1 | ||
| While driving at 50-mph rear right tire tread separated. firestone, steeltex, radial, r4s, size# lt235/8516 ,dot#vd0r65c488. dealer stated there was low pressure on the tire which caused tread separation. *ak | |||