1998 TUTHILL IFS1200 Recalls (2)

Campaign:
99E020000 on 06/29/1999
Component:
Suspension:front:springs:air suspension system
Manufactured:
09/30/1998 - 05/31/1999
Affected:
1,767
Defect:
Equipment description: air suspensions installed on spartan motor homes. the front wheel spindle bearing may have excessive preload due to improper end play settings.
Consequence:
This bearing preload in combination with improper lubricating oil levels can cause premature failure of the outer bearing, affecting the steering on the motor homes.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the deflector ring and reseating, adjust the wheel bearings, add lubrication, and replace the hubcap.
Notes:
Owner notification began june 9, 1999. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact tuthill at 1-800-255-7824, ext. 390.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Campaign:
00E025000 on 05/14/2000
Component:
Suspension:front
Affected:
3,939
Defect:
Equipment description: granning air suspensions manufactured from october 1, 1996, and march 31, 1999. a fracture can develop at the attachment point of the cross member/bell crank and idler arm housing.
Consequence:
This defect may cause erratic or loss of steering control if the cross member separates from the assembly.
Correction:
Repair facilities will inspect and add gussets to reinforce the cross member connection for the bell crank and idler arm.
Notes:
Owner notification began may 1, 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact tuthill customer service number at 1-800-255-7824. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

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