Vehicle recall 08V512000 · October 3, 2008

2007-2008 Karavan Tandem Axle Trailer

The 45" tandem jumper brake lines may experience excessive rubbing.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Karavan trailers is recalling 651 my 2007-2008 tandem axle trailers sold to bombardier recreational products. The 45" tandem jumper brake lines may experience excessive rubbing. This jumper line interferes with the wheel assembly and the excess rubbing may lead to a loss of brake fluid.
Consequence: Loss of brake fluid may cause the brake to malfunction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Additional zip ties will be added to the jumper line. Karavan is working with bombardier to repair these trailers. The recall began on October 23, 2008. Owners may contact karavan at 1-920-928-6200.
Notes: Karavan recall no. 5KT.CUSTOMERS may 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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 08V512000
Reported to NHTSA: October 3, 2008
Filed by: KARAVAN TRAILERS INC
Manufacturer campaign: 5KT
Owner notification: October 23, 2008
Vehicles potentially affected: 651
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Recall 08V512000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

Karavan Tandem Axle Trailer (2007-2008): 2008, 2007

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