Coachmen/lp line
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: 5th wheel trailers equipped with kitchen slide-outs. the plumbing that supplies liquid propane (lp) gas to the refrigerator consists of a flexible lp hose connected to a copper fitting that connects to a copper tube that then runs to the refrigerator. the copper fitting is fastened to the slide-out room wall with clamps to prohibit movement of the copper line and insure that as the slide-out room is extended and retracted, the flexible gas line moves and not the copper line. the clamps intended to hole the copper line in place have not been installed causing the copper gas line to flex with slide-out room movement.
Safety Consequence
The copper line could crack allowing lp gas to leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the current fitting with a "drop ear" fitting for direct attachment to the slide-out sidewall, eliminating the need for the clamps.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Coachmen Industries, Inc. or involving Equipment.
FAQ: Recall 99V217000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 99V217000?
NHTSA recall 99V217000 was issued by Coachmen Industries, Inc. on August 12, 1999. It addresses: Coachmen/lp line. The recall affects approximately 51 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Coachmen Industries, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 99V217000 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.