Investigation PE89158: 1988–1989 Mobile Traveler Mobile Traveler

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Aug 25, 1989

Closed

Oct 4, 1989

Model years

1988–1989

Subject

Spare tire mounting brkt

Component: Suspension

Summary

Synopsis:the mounting bracket for the spare tire is attached to an areaof the rear of the vehicle which is made of fiberglass with no metalre-enforcement.the fiberglass can crack and fail allowing the spare tireto drop into the path of oncoming traffic.===

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.