1982 HOLIDAY RAMBLER ALUMA LITE Recalls (4)

Campaign:
82V132000 on 01/16/1983
Component:
Electrical system:wiring:front underhood
Manufactured:
06/30/1981 - 10/31/1982
Affected:
1,244
Defect:
The routing and fastening of the auxiliary starter cable in the area of the engine compartment is fastened in such a fashion that it may, through contact with a frame member, chafe and create an electrical short.
Correction:
The auxiliary starter wiring will be refastened; in the event of any chafing, it will be replaced. this will be performed at no cost to owner.
Notes:
Vehicle description: motor homes equipped with auxiliary starting systems.system: electrical; wiring harness.consequences of defect: should the shorting occur, there is a potential fordamage to the batteries and fire in the engine compartment, with resultinginjuries to vehicle passengers.

Campaign:
83V031000 on 04/05/1983
Component:
Fuel system, other:delivery
Manufactured:
01/31/1982 - 01/31/1983
Affected:
1,587
Defect:
The fuel switch on the dual fuel control has been wired incorrectly. the switch was wired in such a way that the driver could be pumping propane to the carburetor.
Correction:
The dealer will rewire the fuel select switch at no charge to owner.
Notes:
Vehicle description: motor homes equipped with dual fuel selection gasolinesystems.system: fuel system; fuel select switch.consequences of defect: if the ignition key is in the on position, the engineis not running, the fuel select switch is in the propane position, and theprimer select switch is in the automatic prime position, the driver could beconstantly pumping propane to the carburetor. with these conditions present, anattempt to start the engine could result in a fire.

Campaign:
86V125000 on 09/11/1986
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Manufactured:
06/30/1980 - 05/31/1986
Affected:
7,994
Defect:
Inadequate fastening of the brackets to the frame rail for holding the hydraulic brake and gas return lines may allow flexing and possible chafing of the line. consequence of defect: lines could wear through and rupture resulting in (1) leakage of gasoline which is a fire hazard and/or (2) loss of hydraulic fluid, causing loss of brakes to the rear axles which may result in an accident.
Correction:
Install appropriate fasteners/brackets to secure the lines to the frame rail.
Notes:
System: fastening for hydraulic brake line and gasoline return line.vehicle description: class a motorhomes built on chassis manufactured bygeneral motors corporation.

Campaign:
92V118000 on 08/25/1992
Component:
Vehicle speed control:linkages
Manufactured:
05/31/1979 - 05/31/1984
Affected:
3,200
Defect:
A leak of either gasoline or propane can occur in components of the dual fuel system. this condition is primarily the result of the configuration and location of components in areas where high temperatures are being generated by the engine and exhaust systems.
Consequence:
Fuel leaks can result in fires when exposed to a sourceof ignition.
Correction:
Remove the dual fuel system components, seal the propane tank liquid withdrawal valve, and restore a viable gasoline fuel delivery system.
Notes:
System: fuel system.vehicle description: class a motorhomes with gasoline and propane dual fuelsystems.

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