Safety Recall NHTSA · 81V108000 Reported September 15, 1981

Suspension:single axle:rear:non-power axle

Coleman Co., Inc. · Suspension · 2,353 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
81V108000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Suspension
Vehicles Affected
2,353
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 15, 1981

Defect Summary

The hex nuts fastened to the spring u-bolts may not have been adequately tightened at the time of vehicle manufacture. This could lead to a failure or breakage of the spring which would allow the axle to slip from the proper position.

Corrective Action

Upon inspection, belleville lock washers and lock nuts will be installed and tightened to the correct specifications, without charge.

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 Coleman Co., Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 81V108000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 81V108000

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

What is recall 81V108000?

NHTSA recall 81V108000 was issued by Coleman Co., Inc. on September 15, 1981. It addresses: Suspension:single axle:rear:non-power axle. The recall affects approximately 2,353 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Coleman Co., Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 81V108000 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.