1980 SUNLINE SOLARIS Recall

Campaign:

81V024000 on 03/10/1981

Component:

Suspension:multiple axle

Manufactured:

10/31/1978 - 12/31/1980

Affected:

331

Defect:

The use of the dual wheel adaptor on the rear wheel assembly may cause premature failure of the rear wheel bearing and axle. also, the rear axle shaft could break at the roller bearing, without warning, allowing the rear tire and wheel to roll free from the motor home.

Correction:

Rear axles, bearings, and seals will be replaced. in addition, dual wheels will be replaced with single side wheels. modifications will be performed without charge to owners.

Notes:

Vehicle description: motor homes.system: suspension; dual rear wheel assembly.consequences of defect: if rear wheel assembly should separate, driver couldlose control of vehicle and an accident may result.note: until the necessary modifications can be made, owners are asked to: 1)remove the rear outer wheel on both the left and right side of the motor home,2) be sure not to exceed the specified 800 lb. pay load (including passengersand options), 3) moderate driving speed, especially during turns, to ensuresafe handling, and 4) maintain proper air pressure in the four remaining tires.

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