1979 WINNEBAGO WINNEBAGO Recalls (2)

Campaign:

79V209000 on 12/11/1979

Component:

Fuel system, gasoline:carburetor system

Manufactured:

05/31/1979 - 08/31/1979

Affected:

130

Defect:

Due to the operation of the dual fuel option there exists the potential for backfire through the carburetor. this can cause carburetor damage due to excessive pressures. also, fuel leakage could occur when the system is reverting to gasoline fuel operation.

Correction:

The dealer will install a new air filter and spark arrester directly adjacent to the l.p. carburetor to provide increased air flow capacity. this will minimize backfire potential and eliminate the possibility for excessive pressure build-up in the carburetor.

Notes:

Vehicle description: motor homes equipped with engines using dual fuel l.p. gasconversion options.system: engine; carburetor.consequences of defect: a fire could result and cause personal injury tooccupants.

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Campaign:

81V028000 on 03/16/1981

Component:

Vehicle speed control

Manufactured:

12/31/1978 - 12/31/1980

Affected:

5,167

Defect:

The control (servo) cable may be incorrectly aligned with the throttle control lever. this condition could cause the speed control to fail to disengage.

Correction:

The c ontrol cable will be realigned and the throttle control lever will be replaced with a new part to ensure proper alignment. t his will be done at no charge to owner.

Notes:

Vehicle description: motor homes.system: equipment; electronic speed control.consequences of defect: should speed control fail to disengage, driver will nothave any control in reducing engine speed and could have an accident.note: all drivers are cautioned not to engage speed control until vehicle hasbeen checked and proper modifications have been made.

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