NHTSA Campaign Id 79V192000; Date: Aug. 24, 1979
Recalled Vehicles:1979 Champion Champion
Component: Structure:body:door:hinge And Attachments
Manufactured by: Champion Home Bldr. Co.
Affected Units:: 63
Recall Summary:The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 206, "door locks and door retention components". If sufficient force is applied, the side door hinges could separate and fail to support the door.
How to Fix:The dealer will replace the hinges in each door at no cost to owner.
Recall Notes:Vehicle description: motorhomes. System: structure; door hinges. Consequences of defect: in the event of a vehicle accident, defective doorhinges would increase the risk of injury to passengers.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 21, 1979
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