Defect Description For Recall
The Upper Shock Absorber Mounting Bolts Could Move Forward Far Enough To Hit And Damage The Main Hydraulic Brake Line When Vehicle Is Operated Over Extremely Rough Surfaces. (This Could Occur On Both The Road Side And Curb Side Of The Front Axle Only). Damage To The Hydraulic Brake Line Could Cause Complete Brake Failure.
Make Of Vehicle
AIRSTREAM
Model Of Vehicle
AIRSTREAM
Year
1978
Recall Campaign Number
78V128000
Component Description
Suspension:Front:Shock Absorber
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
Dealer Will Reposition The Shock Absorber To Eliminate Contact With The Hydraulic Brake Line, Without Charge To Owner.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Beatrice Foods Company
Start Of Manufacture
19770801
End Of Manufacture
19780501
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
986
Date Owners Notified
19780526
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Airstream, Inc.
Date Report Received
19780606