1983 FLEETWOOD PACEARROW Recalls (3)

Campaign:
83V059000 on 06/30/1983
Component:
Wheels:cap/cover/hub
Manufactured:
09/30/1982 - 04/30/1983
Affected:
841
Defect:
The decorative wheel covers may contact the tire sidewalls resulting in damage to the tires.
Correction:
Inspection and replacement of tires, if necessary, and replacement of wheel covers.
Notes:
Vehicle description: motorhomes.system: suspension; wheel cover.consequences of defect: damage could result in complete failure of tiresidewall, sudden loss of air pressure, possible loss of vehicle control, and anaccident.note: owner is instructed to remove wheel covers and retaining clips untildealer can inspect the vehicle.

Campaign:
83V073000 on 08/28/1983
Component:
Steering:wheel and handle bar
Manufactured:
09/30/1982 - 06/30/1983
Affected:
188
Defect:
The steering wheel retaining ring may have been omitted during vehicle assembly. this could allow the attachment nut to unscrew, resulting in a separation of the steering wheel from the steering column shaft.
Correction:
Upon inspection, a steering wheel attachment nut retaining ring will be installed. the owner also has the option of installing the ring himself.
Notes:
Vehicle description: motor homes.system: steering wheel attachment retainer ring.consequences of defect: loss of vehicle control and an accident could result.

Campaign:
85V106000 on 08/29/1985
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap
Manufactured:
07/31/1979 - 07/31/1985
Affected:
28,545
Defect:
Main fuel tank filler cap may disengage suddenly when removing the cap for refueling. the sudden cap disengagement permits expulsion of vapor and under some circumstances, sprays gasoline around the surrounding area or persons. consequence of defect: the gasoline spillage may cause a fire and/or an explosion if an ignition source is present.
Correction:
Requires the replacement of the single stage bayonet cap with a two stage cap which requires an additional rotation prior to removal. also a warning label sticker will be issued to be installed just above the gasoline fill opening.
Notes:
Vehicle description: motorhomes. system: fuel tank cap.

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