Safari Motor Coaches, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #97V089000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 97V089000 by Safari Motor Coaches, Inc.. Includes 10 affected units, SAFARI/PROPANE WATER HEATER LOCATION, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: class-c mini motor homes. the propane water heater is located less than 3 feet from the gasoline filler spout.

Corrective Action

Dealers will move the propane water heater 36" forward of the fuel filler spout. until the water heater can be moved, owners are being advised to turn off both the water heater switch and the 12 volt kill switch before fueling the vehicle.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 97V089000

Manufacturer: Safari Motor Coaches, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1997-05-28T00:00:00

Subject: Safari/propane water heater location

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 10

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Vehicle description: class-c mini motor homes. the propane water heater is located less than 3 feet from the gasoline filler spout.

Consequence Summary: There is the potential for an explosion while the vehicle is being fueled.

Corrective Action: Dealers will move the propane water heater 36" forward of the fuel filler spout. until the water heater can be moved, owners are being advised to turn off both the water heater switch and the 12 volt kill switch before fueling the vehicle.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-af3a~waa4~7man

NHTSA ID: 97V089000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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