Country coach/holland usa/steering gear plate
Defect Summary
On certain motor homes equipped with an independent front suspension (ifs) gen ii built by holland usa, the gear plate support gussets were removed. this can allow the plate to flex during a static steer condition.
Safety Consequence
The flexing may result in stress cracking which could potentially cause a loss of vehicle steering control which could result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Holland usa is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. a bolt-on strengthening of the steering gear plate with u-bolts connecting the cross member to each side of the gear plate at the rear plus a tube support in the front with j-bolts to the gear plate will be installed. owners should contact holland usa customer service at 1-888-396-6501 for information and instructions for where customers can take their vehicles to have the repairs done free of charge.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Country Coach Inc or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 04V259000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04V259000?
NHTSA recall 04V259000 was issued by Country Coach Inc on June 7, 2004. It addresses: Country coach/holland usa/steering gear plate. The recall affects approximately 527 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 04V259000 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.