Northwood Fox

Model Fox made by Northwood got 1 recall. There was one recall concerning wheels .

Model 2005

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
WHEELS - RIM
05V437000NORTHWOOD MFG OF VAfrom 04/08/2005 to 07/01/2005V (Vehicle)5310/05/2005ODINORTHWOOD MFG OF VA09/27/200509/29/2005
Defect SummaryOn certain travel trailers equipped with tredit wheels. the rims may have poor weld quality and insufficient press fit between the wheel rim and disc.
Consequence SummaryThe center of the wheel could separate from the rim. the wheel may wobble and cause a vibration or the mounted tire could lose air causing the tire to go flat, resulting in a loss of control of the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryNorthwood is working with tredit tire to notify owners and have the wheels replaced free of charge. the recall began on october 5, 2005. owners may contact northwood at 1-540-542-6140.
NotesCustomers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration