Chance coach/heater flex hose
Defect Summary
On certain coaches, chaffing of the driver's left console heat duct flexhose between the 300 amp circuit breaker lug and the battery hold-down weldment occurs.
Safety Consequence
This increases the risk of fire in the battery box area when the 300 amp circuit breaker terminal lug is shorted to ground.
Corrective Action
A safety bulletin containing instructions and the parts required to insulate the terminal lug on the 300a circuit breaker will be provided to the owners. owner notification began october 7, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chance coach at 1-888-391-1777.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Chance Coach, Inc. or involving Visibility.
FAQ: Recall 02V258000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 02V258000?
NHTSA recall 02V258000 was issued by Chance Coach, Inc. on September 16, 2002. It addresses: Chance coach/heater flex hose. The recall affects approximately 126 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Chance Coach, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V258000 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.