Service bulletin 511527
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| Type | Service bulletin |
|---|---|
| NHTSA id | 10214483 |
| Published by NHTSA | 2022-06-23 |
| Manufacturer's number | 511527 |
| Manufacturer's date | 2022-06-23 |
| NHTSA component | EQUIPMENT |
NHTSA's summary
According to the Lippert Components Document; This document is to address the concern of the increased frequency of Schwintek slide systems becoming inoperable in the identified time frame. The primary cause has been determined to be damage to the guide shoe located within the slide mechanism. This can lead to premature system wear and in some cases reaching the point of rendering the system inoperable. While there are multiple contributing factors that can cause this to happen, we have identified a period between October 2021 and January 2022 when inconsistent handling at the Lippert production facility may have caused damage to some shoes. In addition to implementing corrective actions during the assembly process, Lippert made a design improvement to the shoe to provide additional strength. Systems that were subject to damage during this time may be more prone to breakage under certain conditions. It is important to review the attached In-Wall Slide-Out Repair Kit Manual and conduct an inspection of the system to determine the exact cause of the concern. Any obstructions in the system, any damage to wiper seals, any system measurements as referenced that fall out of specification need to be addressed before proceeding with the TSB repair kit. If needed, contact Lippert Customer Care Center for further direction. Forest River is posting this document to DealerConnect for any dealer to use as needed.
The document
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Components
Equipment and accessories
| LIPPERT COMPONENTS |
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