Coachmen/electrical wiring
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: class c motor homes constructed on chevy chassis. the routing of the main battery feed wiring from the coach battery to the distribution panel of the motor home. the coach battery is not the engine battery. the coach battery provides service to the motor home's 12v appliances. the routing allows it to come in contact with the exhaust manifold of the vehicle, and over time, the heat of the manifold degrades the shielding of the wire exposing the wire to the metal manifold.
Safety Consequence
This condition could create an electrical short, and if the short does not cause the fuse to blow, could result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will re-route the wiring and an additional clamp will be added to permanently secure the wiring in this new position safely away from the exhaust manifold.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Coachmen Industries, Inc. or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 00V167000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00V167000?
NHTSA recall 00V167000 was issued by Coachmen Industries, Inc. on June 20, 2000. It addresses: Coachmen/electrical wiring. The recall affects approximately 117 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Coachmen Industries, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V167000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.