1985 COACHMEN COACHMEN Recalls (2)

Campaign:

84V128000 on 11/13/1984

Component:

Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Manufactured:

12/31/1983 - 09/30/1984

Affected:

3,173

Defect:

The fuel hose may rub against a bracket in the area where it attaches to the fuel pump. as the hose chafes against the bracket, a leak can develop.

Correction:

Any damaged hoses will be replaced and all hoses will be repositioned as necessary to achieve enough clearance with the other components. a protective edging will be installed on a portion of the frame to prevent abrasion of the radiator hose and fuel lines.

Notes:

Vehicle description: motor homes.system: fuel system; fuel hose.consequences of defect: fuel sprayed in the engine compartment may cause a fireand possible injury to occupants.note: the vehicle should not be operated until repairs are completed.

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Campaign:

91V059000 on 04/21/1991

Component:

Power train:axle assembly

Manufactured:

04/30/1984 - 02/28/1986

Affected:

967

Defect:

Rear axle bearings may fail due to a bending moment created by the aftermarket dual rear wheels from a variety of factors and especially when overloaded. failure of the bearings create stresses on the rear axle, resulting in the breakage of the axle.

Consequence:

A broken axle will cause separation of the dual rearwheel assembly from the motorhome, causing loss of control which could result an accident.

Correction:

Replace rear axle assemblies with full-floating rear axle assemblies. also, literature will be circulated cautioning vehicle owners not to overload the micro-mini motorhomes.

Notes:

System: rear axle; single axle with dual rear wheels.vehicle description: micro-mini motorhomes built on toyota camper cab-chassisequipped with aftermarket dual rear wheels on rear axle designed for singlewheels.

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