Starcraft Starcruiser 1973

Model Starcruiser made in 1973 by Starcraft got 4 recalls. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, fuel system, gasoline and steering.

Model 1973

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
75V081000STARCRAFT COMPANY V (Vehicle)90005/19/1975MFRSTARCRAFT COMPANY05/12/197510/12/1979
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NotesStarcraft campaign no cs-13.22', 24', and 28'.possibility that the dualisolater circuit breaker that is mounted under the kitchen cabinet has theterminals exposed, which could come in contact with material stored in cabinet.this condition can cause a short circuit resulting in a fire.(correct byinspecting and installing a shield to preclude contact with the terminals).
73V170000STARCRAFT COMPANYfrom 01/01/1971 to 07/01/1973V (Vehicle)139708/06/1973MFRSTARCRAFT COMPANY08/16/197310/12/1979
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NotesStarcraft campaign no n/a.22', 24' and 28' model motor homes.possibilitythat the 12 volt direct current electrical system was not fused.if thiscondition exists an overload could cause wiring to overheat, and lead toexcessive electrical wiring damage in the motor home side wall.(correct byinspecting and installing circuit breakers as required).
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - MOUNTING
73V056000STARCRAFT COMPANYfrom 01/01/1971 to 01/01/1973V (Vehicle)83802/28/1973MFRSTARCRAFT COMPANY03/08/197310/12/1979
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NotesStarcraft campaign no cs-02.all 22', 24' and 28' models.motor home.possibility that the metal straps used to hold gasoline tanks mounted to thetank supports may break from vibration and corrosion over a long period ofoperation.(correct by inspecting and install retrofit mounting kit).
STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
73V233000STARCRAFT COMPANYfrom 08/01/1969 to 09/01/1973V (Vehicle)110012/04/1973MFRSTARCRAFT COMPANY12/12/197310/12/1979
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NotesStarcraft campaign no n/a.22' 24' and 28'.possibility that the two clampbolts on the steering shaft were not properly torqued.if this conditionexists it could result in loss of steering control.(correct by inspecting andre torquing clamp bolts).