3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING
Posted on: 1996-12-30
Description
Vehicle description: motor homes built on a chevrolet chassis. The frame rail extension will not support a full liquid propane (lp) gas tank. Vibration of the tank can cause the mounting hardware to become loose and eventualy could cause the tank to fall off.
Consequence
If the lp tank fell off, bodily injury and/or property damage could occur.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a rail support for the lp tank.
Notes
Owner notification:owner notification will begin january 10, 1997. Note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact winnebago at 1-515-582-6939.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
DEFECT #2 - EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:CARRIER/RACK
Posted on: 1997-02-06
Description
The spare tire carrier hoist components can become loose while traveling and allow the spare tire to move from its stored position to the road surface.
Consequence
The spare tire can contact the road surface increasing the risk of a vehicle crash or property damage to the following vehicles.
Corrective Action
Dealers will add a primary spare tire support bracket.
Notes
Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin february 14, 1997. Note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact winnebago at 1-515-582-6939.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
DEFECT #3 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Posted on: 1995-06-13
Description
The certification label on these vehicles has incorrect tire pressure data. A tire pressure rating of 110 psi was listed for both front and rear tires. The proper tire pressure values are 90 psi front and 80 psi rear.
Consequence
Consequence of non-compliance: incorrect inflation of tires causes excessive uneven tire wear that can result in tire failure and an accident.
Corrective Action
Correct certification labels will be mailed to owners with instructions for installing the label on their vehicles. If owners prefer, their dealer can install the label for them.
Notes
System: equipment; certification label; part 567.vehicle description: motorhomes.note: if you do not receive a corrected certification label within a reasonable time, please contact winnebago at 1-515-582-6939. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.