Country coach/prevost/inadvertent slide-out
Defect Summary
On certain motor homes built on prevost chassis and equipped with slide-out rooms, the microprocessor that controls the slide-out operation generates a false situation which tells the slide-out mechanism to operate. when this happens, a section of the motor home extends out by up to 30 inches.
Safety Consequence
This can occur while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will add an external protection controlled by a manual command. in addition, an instruction describing how to deactivate the slide-out motor will be included in the notice to customers. this will eliminate the risk before the remedy is performed. prevost is handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. 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 or country coach at 1-800-547-8015.
Similar Recalls
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FAQ: Recall 02V045001
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 02V045001?
NHTSA recall 02V045001 was issued by Country Coach Inc on March 13, 2002. It addresses: Country coach/prevost/inadvertent slide-out. The recall affects approximately 32 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Country Coach Inc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V045001 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.