Coachmen/workhorse/rear axle u-bolts
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: motor home and commercial chassis. the rear axle u-bolts may not be tightened correctly due to random failure of production tooling in the specified time span.
Safety Consequence
Low u-bolt torque can result in u-bolts coming loose and not properly retaining the rear axle to the vehicle, resulting in a loss of vehicle control.
Corrective Action
Workhorse dealers will tighten the rear axle u-bolts. workhorse will notifiy owners. 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 workhorse at 1-877-946-7731 or coachmen at 1-219-825-5821.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Coachmen Industries, Inc. or involving Suspension.
FAQ: Recall 01V317001
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 01V317001?
NHTSA recall 01V317001 was issued by Coachmen Industries, Inc. on October 22, 2001. It addresses: Coachmen/workhorse/rear axle u-bolts. The recall affects approximately 14 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Coachmen Industries, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 01V317001 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.