1981 COLEMAN SUN VALLEY Recalls (2)

Campaign:

81V108000 on 09/21/1981

Component:

Suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly

Affected:

2,353

Defect:

The hex nuts fastened to the spring u-bolts may not have been adequately tightened at the time of vehicle manufacture. this could lead to a failure or breakage of the spring which would allow the axle to slip from the proper position.

Correction:

Upon inspection, belleville lock washers and lock nuts will be installed and tightened to the correct specifications, without charge.

Notes:

Vehicle description: camping trailers.system: suspension; hex nuts.consequences of defect: shifting of the axle during vehicle operation couldresult in a loss of vehicle control and an accident.note: dealer advises the owner to have the problem corrected prior to continuedvehicle operation.

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Campaign:

82V002000 on 01/31/1982

Component:

Equipment:recreational vehicle:lpg lines and fittings

Manufactured:

10/31/1981 - 11/30/1981

Affected:

133

Defect:

On the involved vehicles, gas leakage between the rubber hose and the furrle nipple may occur due to installation of bad or undersized nipples.

Correction:

Dealer will replace the existing propane gas hoses with new ones at no cost to owner.

Notes:

Vehicle description: trailers, camping.system: fuel; l.p. gas hoses.consequences of defect: if leakage occurs and an ignition source is present, afire or an explosion could result causing an accident and serious personalinjury.note: the l.p. gas supply should be turned off at the outside bulk throttlevalve and the trailer should be returned to the dealer for repairs prior touse.

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