NHTSA Recall 84V058000
NHTSA Campaign Id 84V058000; Date: May. 4, 1984
Recalled Vehicles:
1977 Airstream Airstream; 1978 Airstream Airstream; 1979 Airstream Airstream; 1980 Airstream Airstream; 1981 Airstream Airstream; 1982 Airstream Airstream; 1983 Airstream Airstream
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:vacuum
Manufactured by: Beatrice Foods Company
Affected Units:: 2,600
Recall Summary:
The brakes are operated with vacuum assistance. The vacuum reservoir tank may develop air leaks from rust deterioration. The rust occurs because the position of the tank does not allow proper drainage.
How to Fix:
Replace reservoir with a new tank if necessary. In addition, a protective cover will be placed over the bottom of tank to prevent rust from occuring.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: travel trailers equipped with vacuum disc brakes. System: brakes; vacuum reservoir tank. Consequences of defect: rust eventually results in pin holes in the tank. Theresulting air leaks will cause the break-away feature and reservoir braking tofail. If the towing vehicle"s engine should stop working, the trailer could notbe stopped. An accident could result without prior warning.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 17, 1984
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