Lpg systems: lines and fittingsRecall 78V-163 · Coachmen vehicles
COACHMEN INDUSTRIES, INC. recall 78V-163 covers 352 Coachmen vehicles for a lpg systems: lines and fittings problem, reported to NHTSA on August 1, 1978.
Source: NHTSA recall 78V163000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
THE COPPER LIQUID PROPANE GAS TUBE MAY BECOME DAMAGED BY EXTREME CONTACT WITH THE CHASSIS REAR RIGHT SPRING. THIS IS DUE TO IMPROPER ROUTING OF THE GAS TUBE. THE TUBING COULD BE CUT ALLOWING LIQUID PROPANE GAS TO ESCAPE.
The fix
THE DEALER WILL REROUTE THE GAS TUBING TO ENSURE PROPER CLEARANCE BETWEEN TUBE AND CHASSIS SPRING. THIS WILL BE DONE AT NO CHARGE.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORHOMES, MINI.SYSTEM: L.P. GAS LINES; GAS TUBE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: THIS CONDITION PRESENTS A FIRE HAZARD WHICH COULDRESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.