Coleman Sun Valley 1981

Model Sun Valley made in 1981 by Coleman got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningequipment, suspension.

Model 1981

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
82V002000COLEMAN CO., INC.from 11/01/1981 to 12/01/1981V (Vehicle)13312/18/1981MFRCOLEMAN CO., INC.01/13/198202/01/1982
Defect SummaryOn the involved vehicles, gas leakage between the rubber hose and the furrle nipple may occur due to installation of bad or undersized nipples.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will replace the existing propane gas hoses with new ones at no cost to owner.
NotesVehicle description: trailers, camping.system: fuel; l.p. gas hoses.consequences of defect: if leakage occurs and an ignition source is present, afire or an explosion could result causing an accident and serious personalinjury.note: the l.p. gas supply should be turned off at the outside bulk throttlevalve and the trailer should be returned to the dealer for repairs prior touse.
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.