Recalls for 1988 Utilimaster Aeromate

DEFECT #1 - SUSPENSION:FRONT

Posted on: 1993-07-27
Description
The two rearward front suspension frame mounting brackets can fracture.

Consequence
If the fractures of the mounting brackets grow in length,handling characteristics of the vehicle can change.  In the event of a completefracture and separation of both mounting brackets, loss of steering controland an accident can occur.

Corrective Action
Install a reinforcing bracket which gloves each of the two rearward brackets of the front suspension.

Notes
System: suspension.vehicle description: walk-in vans.

DEFECT #2 - SUSPENSION:REAR

Posted on: 1990-03-28
Description
Welded connection between the axle trailing arm and the inner transverse axle bar could fail.

Consequence
This could affect operator's ability to control the van and could result in an accident.

Corrective Action
Install a redesigned rear axle and realign rear wheels.

Notes
System: rear axle welds.vehicle description: mini walk-in vans.

DEFECT #3 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP

Posted on: 1988-12-30
Description
Seal between fuel fill tube and fuel tank may allow a slow gasoline leak.

Consequence
In the presence of an ignition source this could resultin a fire.

Corrective Action
Install a redesigned fill tube with a longer tube length, to be inserted farther into the tank, which will assure a positive seal between tube and fuel tank.

Notes
System: fuel tank.vehicle description: mini walk in vans.