THE L.P. GAS SUPPLY LINE TO THE WATER HEATER MAY CONTACT THE BOTTOM SIDE OF THE KITCHEN SINK BASE DRAWER
— Recall Campaign #78V064000
THE L.P. GAS SUPPLY LINE TO THE WATER HEATER MAY CONTACT THE BOTTOM SIDE OF THE KITCHEN SINK BASE DRAWER. THE ACTION OF OPENING AND CLOSING THE DRAWER MAY CAUSE CHAFING TO THE L.P. GAS LINE WHICH COULD RUPTURE THE LINE.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 2,648 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
78V064000
| Manufacturer: | HOLIDAY RAMBLER CORP. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | March 28, 1978 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 78V064000 |
| Units affected: | 2,648 |
- Description:
- THE L.P. GAS SUPPLY LINE TO THE WATER HEATER MAY CONTACT THE BOTTOM SIDE OF THE KITCHEN SINK BASE DRAWER. THE ACTION OF OPENING AND CLOSING THE DRAWER MAY CAUSE CHAFING TO THE L.P. GAS LINE WHICH COULD RUPTURE THE LINE.
- Consequeces:
- Corrective action:
- THE DEALER WILL REROUTE THE L.P. GAS SUPPLY LINE TO PREVENT CONTACT WITH THE KITCHEN SINK DRAWER.
- Notes:
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: RECREATIONAL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CENTER BATH.SYSTEM: L.P. GAS; L.P. GAS LINES.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IN THIS EVENT, L.P. GAS WOULD BE FREE TO FLOW INTO THEKITCHEN SINK BASE AREA WHERE THE FURNACE AND RANGE ARE LOCATED. THIS COULDRESULT IN AN EXPLOSION AND FIRE WITH SUBSEQUENT PERSONAL INJURY.