1981 Coleman Sun Valley Recall Information and Defects
The 1981 Coleman Sun Valley has 2 active safety recalls issued by the NHTSA and COLEMAN CO., INC.. These critical defects primarily concern lines and fittings, and non-powered axle assembly. Review the full details below, including NHTSA and Manufacturer Campaign numbers.
Quick Jump to Recalls (2 Defects)
Defect #1: Lines And Fittings Malfunction (MFR Campaign: )
NHTSA ID: 82V002000 | MFR Campaign Number:
Posted on: 1982-02-01
Description
On the involved vehicles, gas leakage between the rubber hose and the furrle nipple may occur due to installation of bad or undersized nipples.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will replace the existing propane gas hoses with new ones at no cost to owner
Notes
Vehicle description: trailers, camping. System: fuel; l. P. Gas hoses. Consequences of defect: if leakage occurs and an ignition source is present, afire or an explosion could result causing an accident and serious personalinjury. Note: the l. P. Gas supply should be turned off at the outside bulk throttlevalve and the trailer should be returned to the dealer for repairs prior touse
Defect #2: Non-powered Axle Assembly Malfunction (MFR Campaign: )
NHTSA ID: 81V108000 | MFR Campaign Number:
Posted on: 1981-09-22
Description
The hex nuts fastened to the spring u-bolts may not have been adequately tightened at the time of vehicle manufacture. This could lead to a failure or breakage of the spring which would allow the axle to slip from the proper position.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Upon inspection, belleville lock washers and lock nuts will be installed and tightened to the correct specifications, without charge
Notes
Vehicle description: camping trailers. System: suspension; hex nuts. Consequences of defect: shifting of the axle during vehicle operation couldresult in a loss of vehicle control and an accident. Note: dealer advises the owner to have the problem corrected prior to continuedvehicle operation
