4 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SEATS
Posted on: 1992-12-30
Description
The driver and passenger front outboard occupant seat have been designed with the safety belt anchorage on the seat structure. It is possible, in a vehicle crash, that the seat structure would fail to withstand the forces within the limits set forth in fmvss 207 and fmvss 210.
Consequence
The seating and safety belt systems fail to comply withthe safety standards of fmvss 207 and 210, and could increase the risk of injuryto occupants in the event of a crash or sudden stop.
Corrective Action
Relocate the seat belt anchorage assemblies from the seat pedestal assembly to the vehicle frame through the floor structure to reduce the load on the seat pedestal assembly in the event of a sudden stop or accident.
Notes
System: seating system, fmvss 207; and safety belt anchorages, fmvss 210.vehicle descriptions: mobile homes.
DEFECT #2 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 1989-04-25
Description
Close proximity of certain hoses to high heat emitted from the catalytic converter would cause the hose to deteriorate.
Consequence
This could result in a sudden loss of power, creatingthe possibility of a rear end crash.
Corrective Action
Install a heat shield over the catalytic converter to protect the hoses from heat deterioration.
Notes
System: vacuum and hydraulic hoses.vehicle description: class c motorhomes built on ford e350 econoline chassis.
DEFECT #3 - EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE:LPG LINES AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 1989-04-05
Description
Rubber gasoline hose used to accommodate relocation of the fuel tank is subject to deterioration over time.
Consequence
A leak in a deteriorated rubber line could spray gasolineunderneath the chassis and result in an undercarriage fire.
Corrective Action
Replace rubber gasoline line with nylon line.
Notes
System: gasoline line.vehicle description: class c motorhomes built on ford e350 econoline chassis.
DEFECT #4 - EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE:LPG LINES AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 1988-10-11
Description
Leak in lp gas service line caused by line contacting rear suspension system which results in line rupture.
Consequence
A ruptured line would release lp gas to the atmospherecreating the possibility of an explosion and/or fire and potential personalinjury to any occupant or person in close proximity of the motorhome.
Corrective Action
The lp gas service line will be relocated to preclude contact with the rear suspension system.
Notes
System: fuel/lp gas.vehicle description: motorhomes model aluma lite and monitor class a equippedwith mor/ryde suspension system.