Sunnybrook 30fks
Model 30fks made by Sunnybrook got 3 consumer complains as well as 1 recall. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to structure and suspension. There was one recall concerning suspension .
Model 2001
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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION | ||||||||||||||||
| 00V358009 | SUNNYBROOK RV INC. | from 06/12/2000 to 09/28/2000 | V (Vehicle) | 850 | ODI | SUNNYBROOK RV INC. | 12/21/2000 | 06/06/2001 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Vehicle description: fifth wheel and travel trailers equipped with dexter axles that were manufactured with a bearing option known as nev-r-lube. the optional hub utilizes a sealed cartridge bearing which is held in place with a retaining ring that prevents the hub from shifting on the bearing. some of these axle assemblies were produced without the retaining ring. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The absence of the retaining ring can allow the hub to shift inward and may result in brake interference or tire contact to the vehicle structure. braking problems can result in a loss of control of the vehicle. tire contact to the vehicle structure can result in overheating and potentially lead to a fire or cause the tire to blowout. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dexter axle will inspect and repair the affected axles free of charge. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Dexter axle will notify owners. owner notification began october 26, 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 dexter axle at 800-400-2164 or sunnybrook rv at 1-219-825-5250.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||
| 05/16/2001 | 1 | 07/27/2001 | |
| Hole in frame. the weld did not break. the metal was riped from the frame. | |||
| SUSPENSION - REAR | |||
| 09/02/2002 | 1 | 10/01/2000 | |
| The rear leaf spring support bracket tore from the chassis leaving a hole in the chassis. the manufacturer sent my dealer a modified bracket to be welded into place. i told the dealer i wanted the remaining supports reinforced but the manufacturer representative refused this request. i am concerned about the safety of this trailer while towing. mr | |||
| SUSPENSION - REAR - SPRINGS | |||
| 04/05/2004 | 1 | 03/11/2004 | |
| While driving 20 mph the spring hanger which was attached to the frame broke without warning. *jb the right rear spring hanger broke away from the frame. the break tore the spring hanger from the frame tearing the frame metal away. the vehicle had been remedied at the service dealer. *sc *jb | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WA | MOUNT VERNON | 98273 | FOLEY RV |