Safety Recall NHTSA · 85V100000 Reported August 6, 1985

Electrical system:wiring:other part

Q: What is recall 85V100000?

NHTSA recall 85V100000 was issued by Coleman Co., Inc. on August 6, 1985. It addresses: Electrical system:wiring:other part. The recall affects approximately 1,168 vehicles , with the defect involving the Electrical System component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Coleman Co., Inc. · Electrical System · 1,168 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

85V100000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Coleman Co., Inc.

Component

Electrical System

Vehicles Affected

1,168

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

August 6, 1985

Defect Summary

The defect involves the 115 vac romex wire routed inside the rear body panel and across the spare tire mounting bracket. This wire may slip and be pinched between the spare tire mounting bolt and the bulkhead. If the insulation is damaged and if the 120 volt ac line (cord) is plugged in, the trailer would be at a 120 volt ac potential (hot). consequence of defect: if the trailer is at 120 volt ac potential, a person may be shocked, burned or electrocuted.

Corrective Action

Inspecting and modifying wiring in such a fashion as to preclude any potential slippage of wiring into the path of the spare tire mounting bracket assembly.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Coleman Co., Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 85V100000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 85V100000

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

What is recall 85V100000?

NHTSA recall 85V100000 was issued by Coleman Co., Inc. on August 6, 1985. It addresses: Electrical system:wiring:other part. The recall affects approximately 1,168 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Coleman Co., Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 85V100000 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.