Recall 79V160000: Coachmen industries, inc.

Report received

Jul 2, 1979

Manufacturer

Coachmen industries, inc.

Potentially affected

573vehicles

Model years

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Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

The nuts and lockwashers used to secure the lp gas tank may not have been securely tightened due to the use of incorrect lockwashers. If the nuts loosen and fall from the bolts, the l.p. Gas tank could separate completely from the vehicle and become damaged, allowing the lp gas to escape.

Remedy

All loose nuts will be tightened and any incorrect lockwashers will be replaced. Dealer will also add flat washers and locking type nuts to all units.