NHTSA Recall 80V056000
NHTSA Campaign Id 80V056000; Date: May. 8, 1980
Recalled Vehicles:
1980 Winnebago LLT
Component: Trailer Hitche
Manufactured by: Winnebago Industries, Inc.
Affected Units:: 32
Recall Summary:
There may be an inadequate distribution of weight between the trailer hitch and trailer axle. The proportion of trailer weight on the hitch may not be sufficient to maintain stability while under tow.
How to Fix:
Dealer will install a ballast weight box and "a" frame attachment bolts which will ensure the correct distribution of trailer weight on the hitch.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: travel trailers. System: equipment; trailer hitch, suspension; trailer axle. Consequences of defect: this condition of instability could cause loss ofvehicle control and an accident during abnormal steering maneuvers such assharp turns to avoid obstacles in the road.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 13, 1980
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