Recalls for your 1980 Airstream Airstream

Recalls for 1980 Airstream Airstream

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DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM


Posted on: 1984-06-01
Description
The brakes are operated with vacuum assistance.  The vacuum reservoir tank may develop air leaks from rust deterioration.  The rust occurs because the position of the tank does not allow proper drainage.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Replace reservoir with a new tank if necessary.  In addition, a protective cover will be placed over the bottom of tank to prevent rust from occuring.

Notes
Vehicle description: travel trailers equipped with vacuum disc brakes.system: brakes; vacuum reservoir tank.consequences of defect: rust eventually results in pin holes in the tank.  Theresulting air leaks will cause the break-away feature and reservoir braking tofail.  If the towing vehicles engine should stop working, the trailer could notbe stopped.  An accident could result without prior warning.