Defect Description For Recall
The Intermediate Fuel Supply And Return Lines Were Spliced Using Rubber Hose And Worm-Drive Clamps. The Rubber Hose Ruptures Due To The Pressure Generated By The Fuel Pump, Resulting In A Fuel Leak.
Make Of Vehicle
THOR
Model Of Vehicle
AMBASSADOR
Year
1993
Recall Campaign Number
94V051000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery
Effect Of Defect
The Ruptured Hose Sprays Fuel Onto The Hot Exhaust System And Results In An Engine Compartment Fire.
Fix Defect
Rubber Hose And Clamp Will Be Replaced With The Steel Braided Fuel Lines And Fittings.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Thor Industries
Start Of Manufacture
19930501
End Of Manufacture
19940201
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
16
Date Owners Notified
19940321
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Thor Industries
Date Report Received
19940321