Recalls for 1981 Coachmen Senator

DEFECT #1 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:AUXILLARY TANK

Posted on: 1984-08-03
Description
Auxiliary fuel tank retaining straps which keep tank in place may loosen.  The tank could move or become dislodged from motor home.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Fasteners will be inspected by dealer and replaced if necessary.

Notes
Vehicle description: motor homes.system: fuel; fuel tank retaining straps.consequences of defect: fuel leaks may develop and, in the presence of anignition source, a fire could result.  The fuel tank, if it becomes detached,could present a traffic hazard and cause an accident.

DEFECT #2 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Posted on: 1981-07-02
Description
A protective metal cover was omitted from the speed control unit.  Without this cover, a bead chain which connects the throttle linkage to the servo assembly could become entangled in the linkage or other engine components.  If the chain becomes caught, it could cause the engine throttle to lock open.  A throttle arm was also accidently omitted from the speed control unit.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Both the metal cover and the throttle arm will be installed at no charge to owner.

Notes
Vehicle description: motorhomes.system: equipment; speed control; metal cover and throttle arm.consequences of defect: an open throttle would make it difficult to reducevehicle speed.  This failure could occur without prior warning and could resultin a vehicle accident.note: the speed control should not be used prior to inspection and repair.