Safety Recall NHTSA · 85V126000 Reported October 11, 1985

Suspension:single axle:rear

Sunrader,inc. · Suspension · 8 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
85V126000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Suspension
Vehicles Affected
8
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 11, 1985

Defect Summary

Motorhomes exceed the load carrying capacity of the s10 chassis due to inadequate sized rear axles and axle bearings. consequence of defect: failure of rear axle and bearing due to overload, also possible loss of rear wheels which could result in an accident.

Corrective Action

Replace rear axle and bearing with proper size for rated load.

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 Sunrader,inc. dealer and reference recall ID 85V126000 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 85V126000

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

What is recall 85V126000?

NHTSA recall 85V126000 was issued by Sunrader,inc. on October 11, 1985. It addresses: Suspension:single axle:rear. The recall affects approximately 8 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Sunrader,inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 85V126000 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.