Defect Description For Recall
Due To Overpressurized Fuel System And Closed Emissions Control System, There May Be Excessive Hydrocarbon Ignition In Exhaust Stage Of Engine Operation.
Make Of Vehicle
Champion
Model Of Vehicle
EUROCOACH
Year
1987
Recall Campaign Number
90V130000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline
Effect Of Defect
This Can Result In Fires From Burned Through Mufflers,Degradation Of Hoses, Or Liquid Or Excessive Vapor Release From Emissioncanisters.
Fix Defect
Replace Fuel Tank Filler Cap With High Flow, Two-Stage Retention Caps; Replace Engine Compartment Heater Hoses With High-Temp Nomex Hoses; Provide An Additional Heat Shield Between Coach Bodies And Muffler; And Provide Decals For Attachment To The Fuel System Advising Users Not To Completely Fill Their Fuel Tanks.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Champion Home Bldr. Co.
Start Of Manufacture
19861101
End Of Manufacture
19900701
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1128
Date Owners Notified
19900913
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Champion Motor Coach, Inc
Date Report Received
19900727