NHTSA Recall 77V209000
NHTSA Campaign Id 77V209000; Date: Nov. 23, 1977
Recalled Vehicles:
1977 Starcraft Starcraft
Component: Equipment:other:labels
Manufactured by: Starcraft Company
Affected Units:: 1,530
Recall Summary:
These vehicles may not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars". The existing certification labels show gross vehicle weight as 2680 lbs. Rather than 2630 lbs. If vehicle is loaded to the maximum weight stated on the label, overloading could lead to tire tread separations.
How to Fix:
Dealer will install a certification label showing the proper gross vehicle weight rating at no cost to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: camping trailers. System: equipment; certification labels. Consequences of defect: continued operation could lead to air loss, loss ofvehicle control, and an accident. Note: thumping noises from the tire or vehicle vibration may indicate treadseparation.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 4, 1977
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