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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 05V248📅 Jun 3, 2005

2005 Alfa Gold SEE YA recall: trailer hitch

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain fifth wheel trailers, the emergency/breakaway brake system wiring was changed.

💥 The risk

If the event the trailer becomes disconnected from the towing vehicle, the emergency/breakaway brake system may not be activated which could result in a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will modify the current wiring for the brake actuator and add a relay free of charge. The recall began on june 17, 2005. Owners may contact alfa leisure at 1-800-373-3372.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
05V248000
Manufacturer
ALFA LEISURE,INC.
Vehicles affected
18
Component
TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY
Owner phone
1-800-373-3372
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jun 17, 2005
Built
Nov 1, 2004 – May 17, 2005
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 05V248 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 05V248?

2005 Alfa Gold SEE YA. 18 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Alfa dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-373-3372.