Country coach/steering
Defect Summary
On certain motor homes built on prevost chassis, the steering gear box is mounted on a support located under the driver's seat floor. on motor home models, this support varies in height with the optional interior height. with 83 and 86 inch height options, the support may be overloaded in certain operation conditions.
Safety Consequence
A continuously fully loaded vehicle that has to maneuver in tight space frequently can develop stress cracks at the steering gear box support. a loss of control could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will add a reinforcement to the steering support. prevost is handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. owner notification began october 5, 2001. 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 prevost at 1-418-831-5432.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Country Coach Inc or involving Steering.
FAQ: Recall 02V005000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 02V005000?
NHTSA recall 02V005000 was issued by Country Coach Inc on January 2, 2002. It addresses: Country coach/steering. The recall affects approximately 172 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Country Coach Inc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V005000 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.