NHTSA Recall 78V155000
NHTSA Campaign Id 78V155000; Date: Jul. 3, 1978
Recalled Vehicles:
1978 Winnebago Vw3lgrn; 1978 Winnebago Vw5lgrt
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly
Manufactured by: Winnebago Industries, Inc.
Affected Units:: 12
Recall Summary:
The lounge table pedestals on the involved vehicles contain mounting screws which may have punctured the fuel tank. If a puncture is present and the tank is almost filled, the fuel could "slosh" and soak the interior flooring of the vehicle in the area of the tank.
How to Fix:
The dealer will replace the existing tank and the lounge table will be relocated free of charge.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: motorhomes. System: fuel; fuel tank. Consequences of defect: if an ignition source is present when leaking occurs, afire could start and property damage and personal injury could result. Note: owner is advised not to use vehicle until corrections have been made.
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