Investigation PE86074: 1978–1986 Coachmen Mini Motorhome

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Aug 18, 1986

Closed

Mar 12, 1987

Model years

1978–1986

Subject

Rear suspension failure

Component: Suspension

Summary

Summary:information was requested and received from the following:manufacturer contact received toyota motor corporation 8/18/8611/10/86 nissan motor corporation 8/20/8610/31/86 general motors corporation 8/20/8610/31/86 ford motor company 8/20/8610/28/86 chrysler corporation12/11/86 2/06/87analysis: the information received from the various chassis suppliers indicates that they do not support loading a chassis in excess of their established gvwr and will not normally warrant repair.the oem manufacturers would not endorse the modifications to their vehicles by the micro-mini motorhome manufacturers without extensive testing.proposed action: close the pe, information used in existing eas.===

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.