Safety Recall NHTSA · 02V243000 Reported September 9, 2002

Western rv/bosch/brake assemblies

Western Recreational Vehicles, Inc. · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 254 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
02V243000
Manufacturer Campaign
CSAR 1055
Manufacturer
Western Recreational Vehicles, Inc.
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
254
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 9, 2002

Defect Summary

On certain motor homes (36', 38' and 40") built with bosch two-piston pin-slide brake assemblies, the brake calipers can hang-up on any or all wheels.

Safety Consequence

Damage to the brake components can occur resulting in the potential loss of braking capability.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the zops disc brake clipers. the recall began on november 16, 2004. 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 western rv at 1-509-457-4133.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Western Recreational Vehicles, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 02V243000 or campaign CSAR 1055.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 02V243000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 02V243000?

NHTSA recall 02V243000 was issued by Western Recreational Vehicles, Inc. on September 9, 2002. It addresses: Western rv/bosch/brake assemblies. The recall affects approximately 254 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Western Recreational Vehicles, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V243000 or the manufacturer campaign number CSAR 1055. 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.