NHTSA Recall 78V126000
NHTSA Campaign Id 78V126000; Date: Jun. 6, 1978
Recalled Vehicles:
1977 Fleetwood Santana; 1978 Fleetwood Santana
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly
Manufactured by: Fleetwood Ent. , Inc.
Affected Units:: 295
Recall Summary:
Due to screws penetrating the top surface of the fuel tank, fuel may leak out under rough or sloping road surface or strong braking when the tank is nearly full. This is due to the type of fasteners used during conversion of the vehicle interior.
How to Fix:
The dealer will replace all damaged tanks on all affected vehicles.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: motorhomes and light trucks equipped with optional 36gallon fuel tanks. System: fuel; fuel tank. Consequences of defect: should leakage occur and an ignition source be presenta fire could result and cause personal injury as well as property damage.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 10, 1978
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