Coleman Redwood 7

Model Redwood 7 made by Coleman got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningequipment, suspension.

Model 1982

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EQUIPMENT - RECREATIONAL VEHICLE - LPG LINES AND FITTINGS
82V014000COLEMAN CO., INC.from 08/01/1981 to 02/01/1982V (Vehicle)389602/12/1982MFRCOLEMAN CO., INC.02/18/198202/25/1982
Defect SummaryThe involved vehicles may contain propane gas line flare nuts that may already be cracked or could crack at a later date. this could lead to gas leakage.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will inspect and, if necessary, install defect-free flare nuts without charge to owner.
NotesVehicle description: trailers, camping; campers, pick-up.system: fuel; propane gas line, flare nuts.consequences of defect: leaking gas creates the potential for a fire and/or anexplosion in the presence of an ignition source; serious personal injury couldresult.note: smoking near the trailer and exposing the trailer to an open flame shouldbe avoided. the gas throttle valve should be tightly closed by turningclockwise to cut off the flow of gas through the lines. the flexible gas line,which is connected to the gas throttle regulator to allow gas in the lines toescape, should be disconnected. dealer should be contacted and vehicle shouldnot be operated prior to servicing.
SUSPENSION - REAR - AXLE - NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
81V108000COLEMAN CO., INC. V (Vehicle)235309/25/1981MFRCOLEMAN CO., INC.09/15/198109/22/1981
Defect SummaryThe hex nuts fastened to the spring u-bolts may not have been adequately tightened at the time of vehicle manufacture. this could lead to a failure or breakage of the spring which would allow the axle to slip from the proper position.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryUpon inspection, belleville lock washers and lock nuts will be installed and tightened to the correct specifications, without charge.
NotesVehicle description: camping trailers.system: suspension; hex nuts.consequences of defect: shifting of the axle during vehicle operation couldresult in a loss of vehicle control and an accident.note: dealer advises the owner to have the problem corrected prior to continuedvehicle operation.