NHTSA Recall 77V050000
NHTSA Campaign Id 77V050000; Date: Apr. 8, 1977
Recalled Vehicles:
1977 Starcraft Travel Star
Component: Suspension:rear:springs:leaf Spring Assembly
Manufactured by: Starcraft Company
Affected Units:: 60
Recall Summary:
The involved vehicles may have been equipped with a three leaf spring assembly instead of a four leaf spring assembly. The present three leaf spring assembly is rated for 5000 lbs. Rather than 6000 lbs. As indicated by the gross axle weight rating stated on the certification label. If the axle system is subjected to overloading, poor trailer towing stability could result and the spring could break.
How to Fix:
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, install the correct four leaf spring assembly, without charge.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: travel trailers. System: suspension; axle 3-leaf spring assembly. Consequences of defect: if the spring should break during vehicle operation,loss of vehicle control and an accident could result.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 1, 1977
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