9999 SWC VAN WINDOW SHADES Recall

Campaign:

94E025001 on 08/31/1994

Component:

Unknown or other

Affected:

1

Defect:

Untreated fabric was used to produce window shades for installation in certain van conversions. when used on motor vehicles, this fabric does not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 302, "flammability of interior materials."

Consequence:

The fabric burn-rate exceeds the requirements offmvss no. 302, which can present a greater risk of injury should the materialignite.

Correction:

A container of flame retardent spray will be provided by the equipment manufacturers to all known owners of vehicle equipped with the suspect shades. the retardent can be applied by the vehicle owner, or, the vehicle can be taken to a designated service center where the spray will be applied without charge.

Notes:

System: equipment; other pieces; fmvss no. 302.equipment description: fabric used for window shades on van conversions; stylenos. 7367, 7371, and 7372.

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