THE EMERGENCY BRAKE CABLE MAY BECOME FRAYED OR BOUND UP ON THE HEAT SHIELD OF THE PROPANE TANK MOUNTING
— Recall Campaign #85V055000
THE EMERGENCY BRAKE CABLE MAY BECOME FRAYED OR BOUND UP ON THE HEAT SHIELD OF THE PROPANE TANK MOUNTING BRACKETS. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: EMERGENCY BRAKES COULD BECOME INOPERATIVE.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 665 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
85V055000
| Manufacturer: | ELDORADO TIRE COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | May 01, 1985 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 85V055000 |
| Units affected: | 665 |
- Description:
- THE EMERGENCY BRAKE CABLE MAY BECOME FRAYED OR BOUND UP ON THE HEAT SHIELD OF THE PROPANE TANK MOUNTING BRACKETS. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: EMERGENCY BRAKES COULD BECOME INOPERATIVE.
- Consequeces:
- Corrective action:
- REROUTE EMERGENCY BRAKE CABLE TO PREVENT CONTACT WITH HEAT SHIELD OF THE PROPANE TANK MOUNTING BRACKET.
- Notes:
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORHOMES.SYSTEM: EMERGENCY BRAKE CABLE.