Recall 77V-029: 1976–1977 Holiday Rambler Imperial

HOLIDAY RAMBLER CORP. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Mar 1, 1977, covering about 132 vehicles.

NHTSA number
77V-029
Report date
Mar 1, 1977
Vehicles affected
132
Owners notified
Feb 21, 1977

The problem

On the involved vehicles, the ABS plastic l.p. Gas bottle shield is attached with a nylon covered rubber cord with plastic coated metal hooks at each end. These metal hooks may chafe against the aluminum l.p. Gas bottle, eventually wearing through the material and creating a gas leak.

The fix

Dealer will remove the nylon coated rubber cord and replace it with a nylon strap, free of charge.

Notes

Vehicle description: travel trailers.system: l.p. Gas; tank bottle shield.consequences of defect: an explosion could occur if leaking l.p. Gas is exposedto a spark or open flame. Serious personal injury and property damage couldresult.

Recall details

ManufacturerHOLIDAY RAMBLER CORP.
ComponentEquipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer › Lpg Systems › Tank Assembly
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number77V029000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Holiday Rambler Imperial1976, 1977All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 77V-029?

On the involved vehicles, the ABS plastic l.p. Gas bottle shield is attached with a nylon covered rubber cord with plastic coated metal hooks at each end. These metal hooks may chafe against the aluminum l.p. Gas bottle, eventually wearing through the material and creating a gas leak.

How is recall 77V-029 fixed?

Dealer will remove the nylon coated rubber cord and replace it with a nylon strap, free of charge.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.