Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #98V261000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 98V261000 by Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc.. Includes 404 affected units, HOME AND PARK/FUEL LINE, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: class 'b' motor homes built on dodge 1500, 2500 and 3500 van chassis. the fuel line from the fuel tank to the engine may not be properly secured to the chassis. the fuel line can contact the engine exhaust manifold creating a fuel leak.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the fuel line for heat exposure damage, replace if necessary, and install the fuel line into existing plastic clamps. a nylon cable tie will be added to secure the fuel line to an adjacent wiring harness.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 98V261000

Manufacturer: Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1998-10-20T00:00:00

Subject: Home and park/fuel line

Component: Fuel System, Gasoline

Potentially Affected Units: 404

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Vehicle description: class 'b' motor homes built on dodge 1500, 2500 and 3500 van chassis. the fuel line from the fuel tank to the engine may not be properly secured to the chassis. the fuel line can contact the engine exhaust manifold creating a fuel leak.

Consequence Summary: This condition can cause fuel or fuel vapor leaking resulting in a potential fire hazard. also the engine could stall from lack of fuel, resulting in loss of power braking and power steering control.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the fuel line for heat exposure damage, replace if necessary, and install the fuel line into existing plastic clamps. a nylon cable tie will be added to secure the fuel line to an adjacent wiring harness.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-5hz9.6q39~nats

NHTSA ID: 98V261000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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