Investigation PE86069: Vehicles

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Aug 1, 1986

Closed

Jan 8, 1987

Model years

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Subject

Rear suspension failure

Component: Suspension

Summary

Summary of information from manufacturer:according to a letter fromheritage dated december 6, 1984, heritage only built micro-mini motorhomeson certain 1979 and 1984 toyota mini truck chassis vehicles.however, thevoq from mr jeck clearly identifies a 1982 toyota based micro-minimotorhome.analysis:the vehicles are manufactured with little or no load capacityfor vehicle occupants and luggage, once the factory installed equipmentis installed and tanks filled to capacity (except waste tanks).status:preparing an ir to heritage for information and clarification.proposed action:open a pe.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.