NHTSA Recall 78V251000
NHTSA Campaign Id 78V251000; Date: Nov. 17, 1978
Recalled Vehicles:
1975 Champion Champion; 1976 Champion Champion; 1977 Champion Champion
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly
Manufactured by: Champion Home Bldr. Co.
Affected Units:: 8,000
Recall Summary:
The brackets used to mount the auxiliary fuel tank were inadequately welded to the chassis frame rails.
How to Fix:
The dealer will install two straps bolted to the frame rails and floor joists to secure the tank at no cost to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: motorhomes equipped with auxiliary side flange mount fueltanks. System: fuel; fuel tank assembly. Consequences of defect: if this condition exists, loosening or loss of theauxiliary fuel tank may occur which may result in a fire and vehicle accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 30, 1979
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